Bästa Story Pekin podcaster (2024)

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Economic Development in Pekin 19:10

1d ago19:10

19:10

Gary talks with Josh Wray, Director of Economic Development for the City of Pekin. Gary and Josh talk about what it takes to bring new business to the City as well as some current projects in the works.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Scott Altman 1:24

11d ago1:24

1:24

Bicentennial Bytes - Scott AltmanAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Broadmoor JH - Pioneers 1:37

11d ago1:37

1:37

Bicentennial Bytes - Broadmoor JH - PioneersAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - CB Smith - Pekin's first Jail 1:17

11d ago1:17

1:17

Bicentennial Bytes - CB Smith - Pekin's first JailAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Dirksen School - Pekin Agreement 1:50

11d ago1:50

1:50

Bicentennial Bytes - Dirksen School - Pekin AgreementAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Edison JH - First Mayor 1:38

11d ago1:38

1:38

Bicentennial Bytes - Edison JH - First MayorAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Jefferson School - Lost Hotel 1:45

11d ago1:45

1:45

Bicentennial Bytes - Jefferson School - Lost HotelAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - L E Stark School - Kelloggs 1:44

11d ago1:44

1:44

Bicentennial Bytes - L E Stark School - KelloggsAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Washington School - Town President 1:43

11d ago1:43

1:43

Bicentennial Bytes - Washington School - Town PresidentAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Willow School - Hank Bruder 1:38

11d ago1:38

1:38

Bicentennial Bytes - Willow School - Hank BruderAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Wilson School - Nance 1:39

11d ago1:39

1:39

Bicentennial Bytes - Wilson School - NanceAv Gary Gillis - Host

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What's in a Name? 33:49

13d ago33:49

33:49

Gary talks with Jarod Olar about names of Iconic places around Pekin to find out who they were named after and why.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Keth McKeever talks about the effort to Honor Veterans 16:39

16d ago16:39

16:39

Gary talks with Keith McKeever about efforts to honor Veterans at the June 15th Bicentennial Street Fair and Pekin's United Way.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Jarod Olar and Bailey Gambetti talk Downtown Building History 22:20

20d ago22:20

22:20

This week Gary talks with Bailey and Jarod about an exciting new idea that is taking shape downtown.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Project at Pekin Schools 14:47

29d ago14:47

14:47

This week Gary speaks with Joanna Carrol, Facilitator of Media Services for Pekin School Dist. 108, and Laura Bieller, Classroom Tech at Edison Jr. High about upcoming "Bicentennial Bytes".Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Downtown Development and Bicentennial Plans with Terri Gambetti 16:30

1M ago16:30

16:30

This week Gary talks with Terri Gambetti about some of the exciting events happening with the Downtown Development.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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An Update on Pekin Roadway Projects 14:08

2M ago14:08

14:08

This week Gary talks with the City of Pekin Engineer Josie Esker. Josie gives updates on the Court Street Project as well as the Derby Street Projects.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Susan Rynearson - Pekin Genealogical Society 21:11

2M ago21:11

21:11

Gary has a fascinating conversation with Susan Rynearson from the Pekin Genealogical Society about all that is available and the family history that can be found.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Rich Hawkins talks Pekin Basketball! 19:39

3M ago19:39

19:39

This week Gary sits down with Rich Hawkins to talk about some of the most exciting times in Pekin High School Basketball.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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The Pekin Story Pt. 2 17:36

3M ago17:36

17:36

Gary continues his discussion with Jared Olar about the beginning of Pekin.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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In the beginning...the Pekin Story. 28:00

3M ago28:00

28:00

This week Gary talks with Jarod Olar about some fascinating history on how Pekin was developed and got its name.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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The Story of Mayor Dave Tebben 25:53

4M ago25:53

25:53

This week Gary its down with Shannon Sandoval and Tiffany White who share stories about their father who served as the City's Mayor.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Update on the Union Mission 10:35

4M ago10:35

10:35

This week Gary checks in with Burt Dancy to talk about the Union Mission and the Construction projects going on.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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The Chuck Dancy Story 20:16

4M ago20:16

20:16

This week, Gary sits down with Burt Dancey to talk about the incredible story and life of his Father, Chuck Dancy.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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New Updates at Broadmoor Jr. High School 17:35

4M ago17:35

17:35

This week Gary talks with Leonard Ealey, Superintendent of Pekin School District 108. Mr. Ealey talks about a big improvement project taking place at Broadmoor Jr. High School.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Interview with State Representative Travis Weaver 25:26

5M ago25:26

25:26

This week, Gary sits down with the 93rd District State Rep, Travis Weaver. Travis gives some insight on some inner working of Politics in Springfield that you may not know, as well as shares more about his background and how he got involved in Public Service.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Plans with Heather Robertson 17:48

5M ago17:48

17:48

This week Gary talks with Heather Robertson who is on the Pekin Bi-Centennial Celebration Committee. Gary and Heather talk about upcoming events and special things plans to celebrate.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Preview of State of the City Address on Jan. 19th 10:49

5M ago10:49

10:49

Gary talks about the upcoming State of the City address coming up with Amy McCoy, Director of the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Burress and John Dossey will be presenting information at the event.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Gary Gillis wrap up on the death of JFK 14:55

6M ago14:55

14:55

This week, Gary shares some very interesting facts about JFK, to wrap up the last miniseries where he spoke with Jim Deverman. Join us for some facts that you may not have known!Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Jim Deverman Pt. 3 21:55

6M ago21:55

21:55

Gary continues his conversation with Jim Deverman. On this Podcast, Jim talks about his family's history of coming to town and how it began.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Jim Deverman Pt. 2 21:05

6M ago21:05

21:05

Gary sits down with Pekin's own Jim Deverman to talk about the JFK assassination. Gary and Jim talk about the video that was captured, and how that video was obtained by a local Pekin man.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Jim Deverman Interview-Serving at the Funeral Detail of JFK 24:21

7M ago24:21

24:21

A fascinating interview with Jim Deverman as he tells the story of being a part of the Funeral Detail while in the Coast Guard.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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PCHS Athletic Director Cole Stoner Interview 16:40

8M ago16:40

16:40

This week Gary talks with Cole about his role as the Athletic Director, exciting sports opportunities, and his vision for the sports program at Pekin High School.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Good News with Pekin Mayor Mary Burress 16:14

9M ago16:14

16:14

This week Gart sits down with the Mayor to talk about Good News in Pekin. Mayor Burress talks about some exciting victories for the City, some new businesses coming to town, and some changes at City Hall.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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An Interview with Dr. Phillis Dewitt, Author and Pekin resident. 17:09

9M ago17:09

17:09

This week Gary talks with Dr. Phillis Dewitt about some life stories, the book she wrote about those experiences, and the Journey she has been on over the years. You will not want to miss this uplifting interview.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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An Interview with Miss Marigold 2023! 17:00

10M ago17:00

17:00

Miss Marigold 2023, Zoe Nizzia sits down with Gary this week to talk about her experience with the Miss Marigold Pageant and some of her ideas and goals for the future.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Interview with Pekin Marigold Festival 2023 Chairman 20:12

10M ago20:12

20:12

This week Gary talks with the Chairman of this years Festival, Charles Robertson. Gary and Charles talk about the theme and some exciting additions to the Festival this year!Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Park District Strategic Plan update 26:05

10M ago26:05

26:05

This week Gary talks with Executive Director of the Park District, Cameron Bettin about updates to the Park roads and their Stategic Plan moving forward.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Alisha Dault shares the Miller Center and their Farmer's Market Story 19:29

11M ago19:29

19:29

This week, Gary talks with Alisha Dault who is the Administrator of the Miller Center in Pekin. Alisha talks about many of the programs and opportunities at the Cetner as well as the Farmer's MarketAv Gary Gillis - Host

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Amy McCoy shares the story of the St. Jude Runs 14:17

11M ago14:17

14:17

Join Gary and Amy McCoy as they talk about the St Jude Runs, the history as well as some fun "inside" stories!Av Gary Gillis - Host

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What is CASA? 18:44

12M ago18:44

18:44

CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. This week Gary has a fascinating conversation with the Director of Recruitment, Marketing, and Compliance, Ryan Lacerna. Gary and Ryan talk about the purpose and history of CASA.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Lakeside Cemetery Memories 23:08

12M ago23:08

23:08

This week Gary sits down with Jared Olar to talk about the history of the Lakeside Cemetery and also talks about tours that Jared hosts at the location.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Gary and Mike talk about lessons learned 19:33

1y ago19:33

19:33

Gary talks with Audio Engineer Mike Eeten about documenting lessons learned in life along with some favorite life quotes.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Pekin's 2023 Juneteenth Observation 25:37

1y ago25:37

25:37

Gary talks with John Ackerman about the upcoming 2023 Juneteenth Observation honoring Nance Legins Costley and William Costley, June 17th.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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What's the story with ICC Pekin? 28:49

1y ago28:49

28:49

Our guest this week is Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, the President of Illinois Central College. This is an interested conversation you will not want to miss as Gary and Sheila talk about the Pekin Campus and some exciting changes coming!Av Gary Gillis - Host

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What's the Pekin Soccer Story? 20:22

1y ago20:22

20:22

This week Gary sits down with Pekin High School Girls Soccer Coach, Edgar Sandoval to talk about the success of the sport in Pekin.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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What's new with Pekin Park Recreations? 26:39

1y ago26:39

26:39

Gary talks with the Superintendent of Recreation about some new and exciting things happening in the park this summer.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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The New Justice Center with Dave Zimmerman 21:23

1y ago21:23

21:23

Gary sits down with County Board Chairman David Zimmerman for a talk about a new proposed Justice Center Downtown Pekin.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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What's the story with the Pekin Park District Golf Courses 19:33

1y ago19:33

19:33

This week Gary talks with Cory Proehl who is the Director of Golf with the Pekin Park District. Cory shares some exciting news about Lick Creek Golf Course and some other interesting facts about the two courses.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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Interview with Mayoral Candidate Mary Burress 11:39

1+ y ago11:39

11:39

Gary sits down with all three Mayor Candidates to learn more about them and their goals for Office as the Mayor of Pekin.Av Gary Gillis - Host

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