What's the Story Pekin?

Gary Gillis - Host
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What’s the Story, Pekin?-a podcast where we share stories of what’s happening in Pekin as told by their authors. We will discuss the community’s profile and personalities, attempting to be an objective source of information on topics of interest to many of us. In the process, we hope to discover the power of possibilities and find reasons for much needed optimism.

  1. 2D AGO

    Remembering Christmas in Downtown Pekin from years ago

    This week Gary talks with Terri Gambetti about her fond memories of the Christmas Celebrations and shopping downtown Pekin.

    15 min

  2. DEC 15

    The Pekin Federal Correctional Institute

    Denny Keif Shares the story of how Pekin FCI came to be.

    18 min

  3. DEC 8

    Turning Point USA in Pekin

    Gary visits with Brooklyn Ballard on her effort to establish a local chapter in our community.

    20 min

  4. DEC 1

    EV Vehicles

    A visit with Brian Dennison discussing Electric Vehicles.

    19 min

  5. NOV 25

    A Visit with a Psychologist

    Gary sits down with Dr. Regina Brian, owner of Be Integrative Psychology about her Practice.

    18 min

  6. NOV 17

    Hamm's Furniture at 50!

    Gary visits with Russ Hamm to look back at this downtown business as it celebrates 50 years of service in Pekin.

    16 min

  7. NOV 10

    Park Cast #60 Rebroadcast- Gary Gillis, Pekin Park District - Part 2

    Pekin Park District Commissioner Gary Gillis sits down with IAPD's Director of Advocacy & Strategic Initiatives Maura Freeman to talk about how park districts can preserve historical locations.

    15 min

  8. NOV 3

    Park Cast #59 Rebroadcast with Guest Gary Gillis

    Pekin Park District Commissioner Gary Gillis discusses his podcast "What's the Story Pekin?" with IAPD's Director of Communication and Digital Content Wayne Utterback.

    20 min
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What’s the Story, Pekin?-a podcast where we share stories of what’s happening in Pekin as told by their authors. We will discuss the community’s profile and personalities, attempting to be an objective source of information on topics of interest to many of us. In the process, we hope to discover the power of possibilities and find reasons for much needed optimism.

Information

  • Creator
    Gary Gillis - Host
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    142
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 What's the Story Pekin?
  • Show Website
    What's the Story Pekin?