Pekin Postings

  • A Time WWII POW’s Visited Pekin

    Author Gary Gillis Gary arrived to Pekin in 1979 opening the community’s first Edward Jones Investments office. He served as a Financial Advisor for 40 years retiring in 2019. Over the years, Gary has volunteered in a variety of ways. Among them was over 30 years on the Marigold Committee; more than 40 years as a member of Pekin Rotary

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  • Bicentennial Stories about Pekin Business and Industry

    Author Gary Gillis Gary arrived to Pekin in 1979 opening the community’s first Edward Jones Investments office. He served as a Financial Advisor for 40 years retiring in 2019. Over the years, Gary has volunteered in a variety of ways. Among them was over 30 years on the Marigold Committee; more than 40 years as a member of Pekin Rotary

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  • 10 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season

    The holidays season is the perfect time to give back to your community. Discover all the ways you can support your area and contribute to a fulfilling season of cheer.

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  • Dragon Dust seasoning for Pekin

    Celebrate Pekin’s Bicentennial with Dragon Dust!

    Celebrate 200 years of Pekin history with flavor! This limited edition seasoning is made right in Pekin with authentic roots.

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  • The Next Phase of Pekin’s Streetscape

    Author Gary Gillis Gary arrived to Pekin in 1979 opening the community’s first Edward Jones Investments office. He served as a Financial Advisor for 40 years retiring in 2019. Over the years, Gary has volunteered in a variety of ways. Among them was over 30 years on the Marigold Committee; more than 40 years as a member of Pekin Rotary

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