最佳Story Pekin播客 (2025)

Greg Batton is a familiar voice in the Peoria area and has been co-hosting The Greg and Dan Show on WMBD Radio since 2005 with partner Dan Diorio. This week, Gary sits down and talks with Gary about his upbringing in Pekin.由Gary Gillis - Host

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An Interview with Pekin Native Larry Kenney 26:37

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This week Gary talks with Larry Kenney who is a graduate of Pekin Hight School and has been in radio broadcasting in several markets including Peoria, and a famous voice in many Cartoons, and other shows. Don't miss this fascinating podcast.由Gary Gillis - Host

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In the Beginning- the Pekin Park District Story 17:05

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This week Gary shares the store of how the Pekin Park District was born.由Gary Gillis - Host

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A Look Back in Time - Ray Bianchi & Joyce Johnson 26:42

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Gary talks with Ray and Joyce about what Pekin looked like when they were younger. Ray & Joyce talk about the popular places in town they would visit that are no longer there.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Jared Olar and the History of Schools in Pekin 26:57

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This week Gary and Jared go way back and discuss the history of Pekin Schools including the very first school house in Pekin.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Pekin Alliance for Literacy Success - Len Ealey 14:27

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This week Gary talks with Superintendent of District 108 about the new Pekin Alliance for Literacy Success program.由Gary Gillis - Host

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The 52nd Annual Pekin Marigold Festival Plans 21:37

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This week Bailey Gambetti and Amy McCoy join Gary to talk about new additions to the Festival this year and more!由Gary Gillis - Host

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The Brotherton Museum 18:12

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This week is a visit with the curator of Pekin's great museum facility in the old Franklin School, Roger Brotherton.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Dave Molleck - Editor of the "Hometown Voice" newspaper 20:37

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This week Gary talks with Dave Molleck, the Editor of Pekin's new "Hometown Voice" monthly newpaper.由Gary Gillis - Host

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"The Good Old Days" with Dick Schermer 18:04

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This week Gary is joined by Dick Schermer - member of the PCHS Class of 1962 who looks back at the City from years ago.由Gary Gillis - Host

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The Veterans Memorial Arena Story 13:16

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This week Gary talks again with Shawn Powers about the History and interesting facts about the Veterans Memorial Arena.由Gary Gillis - Host

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July 6th Bicentennial Bash 10:31

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This week Gary talks with Shawn Powers, Superintendent of Recreation for the Pekin Park District. They discuss the upcoming July 6th Bicentennial Bash held at the Pekin Park.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Civil Rights Act of 1964 28:38

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Tiffany White of the Dirksen Center and Gary visit on the importance and challenges surrounding the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Economic Development in Pekin 19:10

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Scott Altman 1:24

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Bicentennial Bytes - Scott Altman由Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Broadmoor JH - Pioneers 1:37

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Bicentennial Bytes - Broadmoor JH - Pioneers由Gary Gillis - Host

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

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

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Bicentennial Bytes - Dirksen School - Pekin Agreement 1:50

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Bicentennial Bytes - Dirksen School - Pekin Agreement由Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Edison JH - First Mayor 1:38

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Bicentennial Bytes - Edison JH - First Mayor由Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Jefferson School - Lost Hotel 1:45

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Bicentennial Bytes - Jefferson School - Lost Hotel由Gary Gillis - Host

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

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Bicentennial Bytes - L E Stark School - Kelloggs由Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Washington School - Town President 1:43

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Bicentennial Bytes - Washington School - Town President由Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Willow School - Hank Bruder 1:38

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Bicentennial Bytes - Willow School - Hank Bruder由Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Bytes - Wilson School - Nance 1:39

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Bicentennial Bytes - Wilson School - Nance由Gary Gillis - Host

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What's in a Name? 33:49

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

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

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

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

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

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Bicentennial Project at Pekin Schools 14:47

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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".由Gary Gillis - Host

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Downtown Development and Bicentennial Plans with Terri Gambetti 16:30

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

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An Update on Pekin Roadway Projects 14:08

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Susan Rynearson - Pekin Genealogical Society 21:11

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Rich Hawkins talks Pekin Basketball! 19:39

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

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The Pekin Story Pt. 2 17:36

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

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

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

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The Story of Mayor Dave Tebben 25:53

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

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Update on the Union Mission 10:35

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

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The Chuck Dancy Story 20:16

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

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New Updates at Broadmoor Jr. High School 17:35

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Interview with State Representative Travis Weaver 25:26

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Bicentennial Plans with Heather Robertson 17:48

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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

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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!由Gary Gillis - Host

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Jim Deverman Pt. 3 21:55

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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Jim Deverman Pt. 2 21:05

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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.由Gary Gillis - Host

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