Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce

Members of the Pekin Riding Club held a ribbon cutting at their facility on Route 29, as part of their year-end awards banquet and fun-fun show. The purpose of the Pekin Riding Club is to promote interest in, enjoyment of, and further the education/knowledge of good horsemanship to the mutual advantage of its membership. PRC is a non-profit organization run by volunteers and elected board members.

Midwestech recently joined the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce and celebrated with a ribbon cutting. Owner Bob Johns was assisted in the ribbon cutting by his family. Pictured (l - r) Molly, Ann, Bob Johns, Kyel, Bethany, Peyton and Veronica. Midwestech is a new Information Technology (IT) company located in Pekin and has been providing technology services to customers in the Pekin, Peoria and surrounding areas for over eight years. The owner of Midwestech has served as an Operation's Department Head, Director of Information Technology and as a Senior Windows Network Administrator in several reputable IT companies in Pekin and Peoria. Midwestech has the invaluable skills necessary to serve your company as Support Technicians when you need them. Midwestech is also an authorized Dell retailer and has a broad range of services for both the home user and small business.

Please welcome another new chamber member: 5-Star Car Wash 1401 N. 8th Pekin, IL 61554 Brad Harn , Owner Re-opening soon, after the fire damage is repaired and new equipment is installed, 5-Star Car Wash will be open 24 hours with 3 self-serve bays and 1 touchless automatic bay. Watch for the grand re-opening soon!

Please welcome a new member to the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce MIDWESTECH Pekin, Illinois 309-981-1069 Bob Johns , Owner www.midwestech.net MIDWESTECH is a new Information Technology (IT) company located in Pekin, Illinois and has been providing technology services to customers in the Pekin, Peoria and surrounding areas for over eight years. The owner of MIDWESTECH has served as an Operation’s Department Head, Director of Information Technology and as a Senior Windows Network Administrator in several reputable IT companies in Pekin and Peoria. MIDWESTECH has the invaluable skills necessary to serve your company as Support Technicians when you need them. This is an optimal solution for your company if you cannot afford to staff full time IT professionals in house. MIDWESTECH is also an authorized Dell retailer and in most cases, can pass their savings on to you when ordering new systems through them. MIDWESTECH has a broad range of services for both the home user and small busine...

The Methodist Family ChildCare Center will be celebrating its 20th anniversary Thursday October 1, 2009. The free Family Night celebration will begin at 3:30 with an open house and tours of the Child Care Center and a Family Night Celebration from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The 5:30 program will feature a dance party, red carpet photo opportunity, games, food and reunion with friends, faculty and volunteers. Six current instructors have been with the center since its start. An estimate 300 people including past and present teachers, volunteers students, and faculty are expected to participate in the anniversary celebration. For additional information contact the Methodist ChildCare Center at (309) 671-5163.

2010 R. David Tebben Community Leadership Academy starts in early January Applications will be available soon. Business Expo for 2010 will be held January 16, 2010 at the Dragon’s Dome. Watch for further information in the coming weeks. Reserve your booth space early.

1st Pekin 1st Committee, Holiday Inn Express, 7:30 am 1st Business AFTER Hours, American Fire Service, 4:30~6:00 pm Reservations Appreciated 6th Ambassadors Committee, CJ’s Café, 7:30am /8:00am 7th Member Promotions Comm, Chamber Office, 7:30am 7th Executive Committee, Chamber Office, 4:00 pm 8th Business & Community Recognition Luncheon, Pekin Country Club, 11:30 am~1:00 pm RSVP Required 9th Puttin On Pekin, Knights of Columbus Hall, 6:45 am Reservations Required 12th Columbus Day Holiday ~ Chamber Office Closed 13th Member Services Comm., Chamber Office, 7:30 am 14th Transportation Committee, Pekin City Hall, 8:00 am 14th Board of Directors, Herget Bank, 4:00 pm 15th Marketing Committee, Dist. 108 Board Room, 7:30am 21st Marigold Committee, Holiday Inn Express, 6:30 pm 27th Business Advocacy Comm., Chamber Office, 7:00 am 29th Tazewell County Chambers Business After Hours , Five Points, Washington, 5-8 pm

3rd Ambassadors Committee, CJ’s Café, 7:30am /8:00am 4th Member Promotions Committee, Chamber Office, 7:30am 4th Executive Committee, Chamber Office, 4:00 pm 5th Pekin 1st Committee, Holiday Inn Express, 7:30 am 5th Business AFTER Hours, Timbercreek Rehab & Health Care 4:30~6:00 pm Reservations Appreciated 10th Member Services Comm., Chamber Office, 7:30 am 11th Veteran’s Day , Chamber Office Closed 11th Transportation Committee, Pekin City Hall, 8:00 am 11th Board of Directors, Herget Bank, 4:00 pm 18th Marigold Committee, Holiday Inn Express, 6:30 pm 24th Business Advocacy Comm., Chamber Office, 7:00 am 26th Thanksgiving Day , Chamber Office Closed 27th Thanksgiving Holiday , Chamber Office Closed

Thursday, October 8th, 11:30am – 1:00pm Pekin Country Club Speaker: Bradley University President Joanne K. Glasser Chamber businesses and organizations with significant achievements in the past year will be recognized at the luncheon. CenturyTel will sponsor the lunch and Pekin Trophy House and Engraved Gifts will sponsor the awards. Tickets are just $20 each and tables of 8 can be reserved. Call the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce at 346-2106 to make your reservations.

Knights of Columbus Hall, 715 N. 11th Street Friday, October 9th at 6:45 am Speaker: Heartland Partnership CEO Jim McConoughey “Economic Climate Update” The every-other-month breakfasts provide an opportunity for business people to network while learning about positive events in the Pekin area. Other features of the breakfast include a 50/25/25 drawing, the Spotlight on Business presentation, door prize drawings with prizes provided by local businesses, one-minute reminders, and “Meet the New Chamber Member.” The cost of the breakfast is $10.00 per person for reservations made before 4:30 pm on October 7th. After that, the cost is $15.00 per person. Payment can be made at the door. Make checks payable in the exact amount to the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce. Reservations are required and can be made by email at chamber@pekin.net , or by calling the Chamber at 346-2106.

American Fire Service 504 N. Main Street, North Pekin Thursday, October 1st, 2009 4:30—6:00 pm Take advantage of this great networking opportunity. You might start a new business relationship or meet your best customer. Enjoy the door prizes, refreshments, and visit with your friends, neighbors, and business associates. Admission is free to Chamber members ($10 for future members). Please RSVP to the Chamber at 346-2106 or e-mail us at chamber@pekin.net .

Marigold Festival A Success The weather was perfect, which always helps, but there were many other reasons why the 2009 Pekin Marigold Festival was a success. First to be recognized are the sponsors: NTS Telephone Company, Ameren Illinois Utilities, Pepsi, CenturyTel, Pekin Insurance, Jimmy John’s and CEFCU. In these challenging economic times, we are fortunate to have loyal and generous sponsors who continue to support our community festival. Another reason for the success of the Pekin Marigold Festival is the volunteers. From the clubs and organizations selling food, to the parade marshals, nearly everywhere you turned you saw a volunteer who was giving up part of their weekend to make the festival a success. The help provided by the City of Pekin and the Pekin Park District is another reason the Pekin Marigold Festival always has a chance to be successful. We could not hold a festival of this size without the assistance provided by the employees at the City of Pekin and the Pekin Pa...

This is your chance to get a head start on fall cleaning. Spruce Up Pekin is the first Saturday in October from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Locations are: Mineral Springs Park -- Parking lot east of the lagoon--antifreeze, oil & electronics will be accepted at this location only. City Services Center, 1130 Koch St-- Tires only (disposal fee) Southside Park--Knapp & Sapp St. Northside Fire Station, 1000 N.14th St. Street Department, 1208 Koch St.

On a seasonally adjusted basis, the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose 0.4 percent in August. The index has decreased 1.5 percent over the last 12 months on a not seasonally adjusted basis. The United States City Average for all consumers—all items—January 2009, 211.1; February, 212.2; March, 212.8; April, 213.2; May, 213.9; June, 215.7; and July, 215.4.

WHO: International Association of Administrative Professionals, Tri-County Chapter WHAT: Tri-County Chapter Monthly Meeting WHEN: Tuesday, October 6, 2009 5:15 pm Networking/Dinner / 6:00-6:30 pm Business Meeting / 6:30 pm Speaker WHERE: HeartCare Midwest, 5405 N. Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL, 4th Floor Conference Room TOPIC: MS Access, Database Tool Every Administrative Assistant Can Use for Fast Easy Information, Speaker: Charbel Mansour, Instructor, Mid-State College COST: Free to attend meeting (not necessary to be a member to attend) MEAL: Dinner cost $15.00 RSVP: To Savanna Bohm at 655-2727 by noon 10/1/09

Please welcome another new member of the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce - Tazewell County Jaycees Michelle Riggio, Chapter President www.tazcojaycees.org The Tazewell County's chapter of the Jaycees provides leadership opportunities to empower young adults to achieve more.

The next First Tuesdays will be held on October 6, 2009, from 5 to 7 pm at A Perfect Pear Boutique (at 4445 N.Prospect Road in Peoria). The Women's Fund of the Community Foundation of Central Illinois invites area women to attend First Tuesdays, a monthly networking opportunity. Come to First Tuesdays and meet other dynamic women who share your interest in funding projects that promote leadership and empowerment for women and girls. Become part of a national movement towards Women's Philanthropy. To automatically receive First Tuesdays' invitations, call The Women's Fund at the Community Foundation of Central Illinois at 309 674-8730 or and ask to receive the 'E-vite' forFirst Tuesdays. Appetizers and beverages will be served and door prizes awarded. Donations will be taken to defray the cost of First Tuesdays and further the work of the Women's Fund.

A reception was recently held for longtime chamber employee Terri Trueblood. Her retirement came after nearly 10 years of service. Over the years she has been a major reason for the success of many of our chamber events and programs, including the R. David Tebben Community Leadership Academy, the monthly FOCUS newsletter, and several Marigold Festival events. We're very grateful for all her contributions over these past 10 years, and know she'll enjoy spending more time with her family. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to wish her well. You can see pictures from this event at http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber

Nationa Rental Company of Pekin now fills propane tanks and can fill recreational vehicles (R.V.'s) They are located at 706 S. 2nd Street.

Pekin Hospital is pleased to announce that Orthopedic Surgeon C. Sekhar Sompalli, M.D., recently joined its medical staff and is now accepting new patients. Dr. Sompalli has joined Pekin Orthopedics located at 2351 Broadway in Pekin. Dr. Sompalli was trained at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine and completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Loyola University Medical Center. Dr. Sompalli most recently practiced and held hospital privileges in Spring Valley, Princeton, and Mendota. His areas of interest include arthroscopic knee surgery, shoulder surgery, and sports medicine. Dr. Sompalli is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Midwest Orthopaedic Association, the American Medical Sports Society, and the American Medical Association. To make an appointment, please call (309) 353-4159.

Cancer patients in Central Illinois now have two locations to access one of the worlds most advanced cancer treatment systems. The new location, 7309 N. Knoxville Avenue, was developed jointly between Methodist Medical Center and Midwest Urological Group. Treatment focus at the second radiation site will be on prostate cancer patients along with other cancers. Known as TomoTherapy, the new treatment system has been available at Methodist Medical Center since January, 2008. An open house for community leaders and the public is scheduled at the new location September 17, 2009 from 10 a.m. until noon. TomoTherapy is the first system to combine the precision and 3-D imaging of a CT (computerized tomography) scan with the power of high-energy radiation treatment. With TomoTherapy, physicians are able to selectively destroy cancerous tumors while avoiding surrounding tissue. This means more of the healthy tissue in a cancer patient is spared. Dr. Roby Lal, Radiation Oncologist at Methodist...

Ron Hale, President and CEO at Tazewell County Resource Centers, Inc. (TCRC) was recognized with the Heart of Illinois United Way’s H. J. “Hoot” Gibson Service Award at its Annual Campaign Kickoff Breakfast on September 11th. The award is given in the memory of “Hoot” Gibson, former manager of the Peoria IBM office and active volunteer for the Heart of Illinois United Way, to volunteers who have unselfishly spent their time working to help others in the community. Mr. Hale was recognized by HOIUW Board President Dan Silverthorn for his work on the annual campaign drives, nominating committees, and as Chairman of the “Success By Six” Early Childhood Community Initiative. The Success By Six initiative has created awareness of early development opportunities, improved access to services for young children, and developed a literacy program that impacts school readiness. The literacy program has reached 78 childcare sites and provided 45,000 new books to children in the central Illinois are...

The 2009 Pekin Night Out Against Crime will be held on Thursday, October 29th, at the Pekin Dragon's Dome. The event will take place from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The Pekin police invite you to come and enjoy a great night, and set up an informational booth about your organization. Since the event is so close to Halloween, organizations are encouraged to wear costumes (optional) and bring candy and goodies for trick or treating. If possible, small games or activities for the kids are also encouraged. There will also be free food, drinks, music, prizes, inflatable rides and police demonstrations. If you would like to participate with an informational booth, please RSVP as soon as possible to Brandi at 478-5300.

Friends of the Tazewell County Children’s Advocacy Center announce an upcoming fundraiser at the Mackinaw Valley Vineyard. The event will take place Sunday, October 4, 2009 from 2-5 pm. The afternoon will feature light refreshments, wine tasting , and entertainment by The Willies. Admission is $20 and all proceeds will benefit the Center’s Raise the Roof, Lift Their Hearts” Building fund. “Paul and Diane Hahn are generously hosting this event for us, said Barb Strand, Executive Director of the Center. We are excited to have The Willies, a popular Peoria band, provide music for the afternoon. We are counting on people to come and enjoy a relaxing fall afternoon in a beautiful setting.” To date, the Center has applied its caring and effective approach to over 2,100 cases of child abuse. The Children’s Advocacy Center in Pekin began accepting cases in December of 1999. For additional information, contact the Tazewell County Children’s Advocacy Center, 341 Buena Vista, Pekin, IL 61554...

Thanks to everyone who made the festival a huge success. We've posted some pictures from just a few of the events and happenings at the 2009 Pekin Marigold Festival. You can see them at: http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber

Pekin Hospital is pleased to announce that Sarosh Ahmed, M.D., recently joined its medical staff and is now accepting new patients. Internist Sarosh Ahmed, M.D., will join the Family Health Center located at 19 Olt Avenue in Pekin. Dr. Ahmed began her medical career when she graduated from Dow Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan. She then completed an Internal Medicine Residency at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ahmed’s areas of interest include women’s health, preventive medicine, and patient satisfaction. In her spare time, Dr. Ahmed enjoys reading and cooking. She is a member of the American College of Physicians. To make an appointment with Dr. Ahmed, please call (309) 353-6301.

The NTS Marigold Festival Parade was held on Saturday, September 11th. Thanks to everyone who participated and congratulations to our winners: Queen's Choice Award - Family Plot Haunted House Sponsor's Choice Award - Community of Christ Chairperson's Choice Award - Faith Baptist Christian School Grand Marshal's Award - PCHS Noteables Chamber President's Choice Award - First United Methodist church Mayor's Choice Award - Marquette Heights Men's Club Spook Hollow NTS Traveling Trophy - Central Illinois Tumbling & Trampoline Pictures from the parade can be found on our photo site at: http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber . A Pekin resident posted his pictures on another website and you can find them at: http://www.edstwocentsworth.com/

Historic Downtown Pekin was packed with festival-goers as Pekin Main Street's Friday Night Family Fest kicked off the Marigold Festival weekend. The Lip Sync Contests, two bands, and several food vendors kept everyone entertained on a beautiful evening.

A crowd of about 100 people gathered in front of Pekin's City Hall on the afternoon of September 11th for the dedication of a memorial in the memorial of Mayor R. David Tebben. Speakers at the ceremony included Pekin Mayor Rusty Dunn, Shannon Tebben Sandoval, Congressman Aaron Schock, and Tiffany Tebben. Fred Massaglia was recognized for his efforts to organize and lead the memorial fund raising, and Abel Vault and Monument was thanked for their work on the memorial. Excess money raised by the drive was donated to the Boys & Girls Club of Pekin. You can see more pictures from this event at: http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber

Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois introduced The Goodwill Homeless Veterans’ Re-entry Program today at the site of their new modular classroom at the War Memorial facility in Peoria. The organization recently received a $200,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to develop and implement the new program. Homeless Veterans throughout Central Illinois will have a chance to receive job training, life skills classes and the ongoing support that is necessary to help them put their lives back on track and re-enter the workforce. A number of social service agencies, veterans groups, faith-based organizations, educational institutions and VA departments are collaborating to refer homeless veterans to the program and provide assistance. Individuals interested in the program must meet with Goodwill’s team and be accepted into the program. Once accepted, the homeless veterans will begin with a two-week mandatory training period. The ultimate goal is for these men and women to learn ...

The H1N1 Community Briefing will: • Update current situation • Clarify differences in seasonal flu and H1N1 • Recommend prevention activities to reduce the spread of illness • Offer educational materials for the workplace • Inform the community on clinic schedules • Educate employers of stay at home guidance Please plan to attend one: September 21, 2009 Embassy Suites 100 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria 1:30 pm or 5:30 pm - Business/Community 3:30 pm First Responders September 23, 2009 Pekin Country Club 310 Country Club Drive, Pekin 1:30 or 5:30 pm - Business/Community 3:30 pm First Responders RSVP by 9/18/09 to Sara @ 309-925-5511, ext 264

The Pekin Hospital Auxiliary recently awarded financial assistance to eight students pursuing careers in health-related fields. The 2009 recipients and their areas of interest are: Brigette Allen of Pekin, Pharmacy; Sarah Wallis of Delavan, Nursing; Aaron Kelson of Pekin, Nursing; Kelly Rogers of Pekin, Psychology; Rachel Schmillen of East Peoria, Psychology; Mylie Horrer of Hopedale, Nursing; Jenae Dearing of Mackinaw, Nursing. Front row- Ashley Camcen of Green Valley, Nursing; and Emily Mientus of Metamora, Physician and Bryon Hayes of Pekin, Nursing who was not present for the picture. The Pekin Hospital Auxiliary was established in 1941 to provide service to Pekin Hospital. The financial assistance program began in 1962 to provide assistance to local students pursing careers in health care. Assistance funds are raised through the Auxiliary's annual holiday bake sale, raffle and other Auxiliary fundraisers.

Methodist Medical Center is accepting camp registrations for children age 5 to 18 who are working through issues of grief following the death of a loved one. Camp Courageous is a free one-day outing for 65 young people. The Methodist Hospice Program first established the camp in 2000 with a goal of providing a safe arena for kids to share their grief with others and to learn healthy ways of coping with their loss. This year’s camp will be held at Camp Manitoumi in rural Lowpoint on Saturday, October 3, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Buses will leave the Methodist Atrium Building (900 Main Street) at 8:00 a.m. and return by 5:00 p.m. The camp agenda will include games, face-painting, crafts, sports, and horseback riding. Methodist will provide lunch as well as transportation to and from the camp free of charge. Coordinated by Linda McKinney, M.A.; M. Div. and Frank Valente, M.A., pastoral counselors with the Methodist Hospice Program, Camp Courageous is staffed by many Methodist emplo...

Methodist Medical Group has added three new physicians. Bojan Pavlovic, M.D. is an Interventional Pain Management Specialist and has joined the Methodist Comprehensive Spine Center and the Methodist Comprehensive Pain Center located in the Methodist Atrium, 900 Main Street, Suite 780. Dr. Pavlovic graduated from Chicago Medical School, completed a Pain Management Fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital, a Cardiothoracic Anesthesia Residency at the University of Chicago and an Anesthesia Residence at University of Minnesota. He also completed an Internal Medicine Residency at Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Pavlovic is board certified in Anesthesiology and is accepting new patients by calling 672-5950. Chris Miles, M.D. specializes in family and sports medicine and joins the Methodist Medical Group at Washington, 205 N. Cummings Lane, Washington. Dr. Miles graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria and completed a Family Medicine Residency at Methodist Medica...

Methodist Medical Center has been awarded for attainment in five clinical areas in a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Premier Healthcare Alliance value based purchasing project that rewards hospitals for delivering high quality care. The five categories include (Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI), Heart Failure, Pneumonia, Hip and Knee and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Due to its successes, Methodist will receive a bonus payment from CMS, which awarded incentive payments of approximately $12 million to 225 hospitals. This is the fourth consecutive year that Methodist has been recognized for this quality performance. CMS has awarded more than $36.5 to hospitals receiving top performance recognition over the first four years of the project. “Providing outstanding patient care has always been our primary mission,” said Michael Bryant, President and CEO of Methodist. “Our successes in this project are a testament to our ongoing efforts to improvement the quality of ...

Please welcome Mary Burress of Pekin, who recently joined the chamber. As the Deputy Treasurer for 21 years and being in the Treasurer's office for over 25 years, Mary is a Republican candidate for the 2010 Tazewell County Treasurer position. The current Treasurer, Duane Gray is retiring. She is also the newly elected Cincinnati Township Trustee.

J.R. Greeley, Market Manager and Bob Swinehart, Director of Sales for REGENT BROADCASTING OF PEORIA, are proud to announce that August's Employee of the Month is Tim Ylinen and Sales Representative of the Month is Bradley Stegall. "I'm amazed by Brad's drive, ambition and work ethic. He's one of the hardest working sellers I've ever seen. He's a great asset to our sales effort," stated Bob Swinehart. Mr. Stegall has been working in the radio industry for over 8 years, all of which have been with the same radio stations and has been nominated by his industry peers for the RAB’s Streetfight of the Year award 4 times. Brad also has a thriving Real Estate business. “Tim Ylinen has been stalwart of Peoria Radio since 1991 and for the past 14 years, has entertained Peoria on the legendary 95 5 GLO. He wears many "hats" at REGENT, disc jockey, computer expert and assistant Chief Engineer. Tim's selection as August 2009's Employee of the...

A nice crowd of chamber members and guests enjoyed the hospitality of The Grand Victorian of Pekin, as they hosted the September 3rd Business After Hours. Thanks to Kim, Cindy and all of their staff. You can see more pictures from this and other chamber events at: http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber

40 women enjoyed a beautiful August morning at Parkview Golf Course for the third annual Women's Marigold Golf Outing. Thanks to everyone who participated and all of our sponsors. See more pictures from this event at: http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber

Nonprofit Auction Site Enjoys Success with Thirty-Three Percent Growth It started ten years ago. Since then it has experienced an average annual growth rate of 33 percent. And with more than 1.4 million page views per day, the nation’s first and only nonprofit online auction site has earned in excess of $75 million. Some say the key is its mission. Others say it’s the easy website and volume of collectibles. Whatever the reason for its success, 64 million generous donors are to be thanked as shopgoodwill.com celebrates its tenth anniversary. In 1999 Goodwill Industries of Orange County in Santa Ana, California created shopgoodwill.com with readily available technology and hundreds of specialty items culled from its vast inventory of goods. Today more than 70 Goodwill agencies, including Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois, participate in the site. By eliminating the ‘middle man,’ not only does shopgoodwill.com produce revenue to support Goodwill’s mission, it also provides jo...

Pekin Hospital Circle Drive to be Closed for Renovations The circle drive located outside Pekin Hospital’s Main Lobby will be closed to all vehicle traffic for exterior renovations beginning on September 9. The project will take approximately four weeks to complete. To accommodate our patients, staff, and visitors: · The Front Lobby Entrance will remain open via a construction tunnel that will be adjusted as the project progresses. Patients and visitors may also use the ER Entrance as an alternative. Maps and signage will be available to assist the public. · For patient drop-off, please use the circle drive located outside of the ER. · Transportation vehicles that normally use the front lobby circle drive to drop-off or pick-up patients should instead use the Hospital’s Park Avenue Entrance or the Women’s Diagnostic Center Entrance on 14th Street. · The parking lot located on 14th Street outside of the Women’s Diagnostic Center will re-open on Tuesday...

Pekin Hospital Presents Life’s Not a Spectator Sport Seminar for Women Central Illinois women are invited to attend Pekin Hospital’s informational and entertaining seminar called Life’s Not a Spectator Sport on Saturday, September 19 from 9 – 11 a.m. at Pekin Country Club. This seminar will help women understand that it is not normal to experience pain in their joints or wince as they move. With modern medicine’s knowledge and increasing options for bone and joint health, women never need to become a spectator in the game of active living. “We all want to live a long and healthy life full of activity, good health and happiness. But many of us do not know how to protect that life,” said Carrie Warner, Director of Marketing at Pekin Hospital. “This program gets women to think about their personal risk factors as well as things that they can do every day to protect their mobility and current active lifestyle. Women will be exposed to information and education on bone and joint health...

Spruce Up Pekin is the first Saturday in October from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Locations are: Mineral Springs Park -- Parking lot east of the lagoon--antifreeze, oil & electronics will be accepted at this location only. City Services Center, 1130 Koch St-- Tires only (disposal fee) Southside Park--Knapp & Sapp St. Northside Fire Station, 1000 N.14th St. Street Department, 1208 Koch St.