Pekin Postings

  • A Nostalgic Look Back at the Pekin Mall

    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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  • WMBD Radio Greg Batton

    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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    5 Picture-Perfect Family Photo Locations in Pekin

    Find the perfect location for your family photos right in Pekin Illinois! With a variety of locations you will find the right place to capture wonderful moments with your family.

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  • An Interview with Pekin Native Larry Kenney

    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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  • In the Beginning- the Pekin Park District Story

    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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