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It’s been nearly three years since the Avanti’s Dome in Pekin deflated after sustaining wind damage in a storm. Despite facing challenges since the dome’s collapse, operators of the venue are optimistic about the future.
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In 2021, amid a flagging economy and the height of the coronavirus pandemic, the Biden administration and Congress enacted the American Rescue Plan.
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Alto generates more than 600,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide each year as a byproduct of the production of more than 250 million gallons of ethanol.
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Here are 3 things to do for the weekend of Jan. 19 through Jan. 21, 2024, curated by WCBU's Meagan Ruger-Smith. You can find more coverage on our Out & About - Arts & Music page or by subscribing to WCBU's Weekend Fanfare email newsletter, which goes out every Friday.
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On Jan. 3, 1924 at 3:30 a.m., 42 people lost their lives after a fire and explosion at the Corn Products Refining Company in Pekin.
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A Pekin man charged with inflicting injuries leading to the death of his 9-week-old daughter will remain in the Tazewell County Jail overnight Thursday.
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The Arcade building in downtown Pekin will be fully demolished by the end of the year.
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Pekin Public Schools is working to help low-income students with two parent liaisons who help families with anything from school supplies or rides to a doctor's appointment.
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The EPA alleged the two facilities, Alto Pekin LLC and Alto ICP LLC, violated national emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants.
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Pekin Insurance has eliminated some full-time positions and will refocus duties of many remaining employees as part of an accelerated strategic plan.