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The Pekin Hometown Voice

In-Print November 2024

Pekin Winter Wonderland Festival – Sunday, December 1, 2024

Oct 29, 2024 02:15PM

As the chill of December settles in, the spirit of the holiday season comes alive in Pekin, Illinois, with the much-anticipated Winter Wonderland Festival. The streets of Mineral Springs Park will be lined with beautifully decorated Christmas trees.

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Early Furnace Testing: A Crucial Step for Pekin Residents

Oct 29, 2024 02:13PM ● By Mucciante Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing

As the crisp autumn air settles over Pekin, Illinois, it’s time to ensure your home is prepared for the upcoming winter months. One essential task often overlooked is early furnace testing.

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If We Don’t Have It, We Can Find It! The Magic of Interlibrary Loan

Oct 29, 2024 02:12PM ● By Emily Lambe, Public Information and Office Manager

A young reader recently got a gaming device for his birthday and was excited to tell one of his favorite librarians about his new gift. His mom mentioned that he had two video games, but was quickly becoming tired of those same two games.

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Congratulations to our 2024 Business & Community Recognition Awards recipients!

Oct 29, 2024 02:10PM

The 27th annual event hosted recently acknowledged businesses and organizations in our community for their innovation, successes and milestones. Those honored include the following:

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Jude Smock – Loves Sewing, People, and Life

Oct 29, 2024 02:02PM ● By Scott Fishel

Jude Smock deploys just five simple words to explain her passion for sewing and for life: “I love what I do.”

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Rooted In Our Hearts: Memories of Karl Jordan

Oct 29, 2024 02:00PM ● By Kristen Walraven

What makes a good neighbor, a great neighbor? Family, friends and neighbors of Mr. Karl Jordan gathered on October 20th to celebrate his life and honor him with a tree planted in his memory.

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Pekin Celebrates 200 Years with “Dragon Dust” Spice Blend

Oct 29, 2024 01:58PM ● By Samantha Whiting

As the city of Pekin celebrates its 200th anniversary, local business Excalibur Seasoning has found a unique way to commemorate this significant milestone.

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Kiwanis Club of Pekin Celebrates 2024-2025 Board of Directors

Oct 29, 2024 01:57PM

The Kiwanis year began October 1st and we are excited to announce our Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 year of serving the kids of our community and beyond. Congratulations to the leaders who stepped up to serve!

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Celebrating a Bicentennial Christmas

Oct 29, 2024 01:56PM

Pekin’s Friends In Harmony is honored to be the final special event of the year-long Pekin Bicentennial Celebration. They will perform their 2024 show, “Celebrating a Bicentennial Christmas,” December 13 at 7pm and December 14 at 2pm at Pekin Community High School.

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Masonic Lodge of Pekin Donates to Pekin Library

Oct 29, 2024 01:55PM

Members of Empire Masonic Lodge of Pekin donated $2,700 to the Pekin Library for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program that provides free books for young readers. Pictured: Library Director Jeff Brooks receiving the donation from members of Empire Lodge.

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