The Ray LaHood Story

City of Pekin’s Strategic Plan Update

Gary sits down with Mayor Mary Burress to talk about the city’s plans going forward.

"So Long to a Friend"

Gary recognizes Mike Eeten for his four years of hard work as the sound engineer with "What's the Story Pekin" as he and his wide relocate permanently to Florida. And....the show will go on!!

Portrait of a Patriot

Gary discusses Veterans of the American Revolutionary War buried in our area with local Historian Jared Olar.

Kouri's Bar and Grill

This week Gary talks with Jim Kouri of Kouri's Pub. Jim talks about their Journey to Pekin and how the restaurant started so many years ago and is still going strong.

History, Dirksen, and America 250

Gary concludes his visits with Ray LaHood as they discuss the impact of Everett Dirksen and of the importance of observing "America 250".