- Galesburg's Morning News ·
Great Balloon Race organizer Greg Saul — launches, glows, and a golf ball drop this weekend
Greg Saul previews this weekend's Great Balloon Race, from balloon launches to a returning fan favorite.
- Galesburg's Morning News ·
Rich Norton, Jeff Hoschek, Terrence Gregory, GYAC — a September boxing event, and a club finding its footing
GYAC leaders talk mentorship, loss, and an upcoming amateur boxing event in Galesburg.
- Interviews ·
Lance Tarochione — corn stress builds as dry July drags on
DEKALB/Asgrow technical agronomist Lance Tarochione breaks down why hot nights are hurting corn more than hot days, and what July rainfall totals mean for the harvest.
- Galesburg's Morning News ·
City Matters: why Ohio Avenue could go back to two-way
City Manager Eric Hanson previews a longer-than-usual council meeting, from a clean audit to a countywide transit deal.
- Galesburg In Focus ·
Courtney Garland Bibo, Graham Medical Group — the sunscreen myths costing you
A dermatology provider on why most people underapply, misunderstand reapplication, and fall for a few dangerous myths.
- Galesburg In Focus ·
River 2 River turns 20 Saturday
The men behind the wheel of River 2 River's 20th year on why the cruise gives its scholarship money away, not just its trophies.
Great Balloon Race returns to Galesburg with 24 balloons, free admission
Greg Saul previews this weekend's Great Balloon Race and explains what it actually feels like to fly.
Galesburg Youth Athletic Club sets Sept. 12 boxing event, looks to grow volunteer base
GYAC leaders joined Galesburg's Morning News to talk mentorship, the club's Teen Court partnership, and an amateur boxing event coming to the Knights of Columbus Hall.
Warren County property transfers for July 13-17 — see a list of home and other sales
A look at real estate transfer declarations recorded in Warren County the week of July 13-17.
Cottage’s School of Nursing shaped Galesburg health care for a century
A look back at Cottage Hospital's School of Nursing, which trained Galesburg nurses for parts of nine decades.
Galesburg considers preannexation for two solar projects — here’s what to know
The commission's recommendation would only set the framework for possible annexation — not approve either solar project.
All Stars Sports Academy grant passes despite lingering doubts, two abstentions
Council also approved every other item previewed on Monday's agenda, including a countywide transit deal, while parking lot maintenance rules advanced on first reading.
This week in Galesburg history: Red Grange’s Hollywood scandal, a new pool, and a warped gym floor
A look back at Galesburg and Silver Streaks history from 10, 25, 50, 75 and 100 years ago this week.
Audit, parking lot rules and a transit deal highlight Monday’s council agenda
City Manager Eric Hanson previewed a packed agenda ahead of the only Galesburg City Council meeting in July.
Galesburg Legion baseball wins Third Division title, returns to state tournament
Post 285 met Rock Island three times in the Third Division tournament, capping the run with a 9-8 championship win Saturday night at Sherrard.
Tired of dodging potholes in parking lots? Galesburg has a fix in mind
The proposed ordinance comes after a rise in resident complaints about deteriorating lots at shopping centers, restaurants and other businesses.
Home invasion, high-speed chase near Canton ends in crash north of Glasford
Three suspects fled a St. David home invasion Saturday morning before a pursuit ended in a crash; the Fulton County Sheriff's Office says multiple charges are expected.
PODCASTS
Great Balloon Race organizer Greg Saul — launches, glows, and a golf ball drop this weekend
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Great Balloon Race organizer Greg Saul — launches, glows, and a golf ball drop this weekend
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Rich Norton, Jeff Hoschek, Terrence Gregory, GYAC — a September boxing event, and a club finding its footing
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City Matters: why Ohio Avenue could go back to two-way
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Knox County Health Department — no cyclosporiasis cases here, and how to keep it that way
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Shawn Hickey, Galesburg football coach — 80 players, an earlier start, and the Week 4 search
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Kraig Boynton and Phil Dickinson, Taste of Galesburg — 40 years and a record 28 restaurants
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Mark Nizer, world champion juggler — bringing 4D to the Orpheum
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Allie Bryan, Connor Atwell, Lorie Larsen & Kenny Knox preview Prairie Players' Cinderella
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Fran Moore and Tim Holmes — Altona's historic stage returns after 92 years
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Taste of Galesburg raffle to help Riverbend Food Bank
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Orly KG, Bad Momz of Comedy founder — laughs coming to The Orpheum
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Lillian Rogers, Mila Nolan & Ensley Ball — 2026 Knox County Fair Queens
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Andrew Driscoll, Orpheum Theatre — grant milestone, new season, summer comedy series
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Seminary Street First Fridays returns July 3
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Justin Thomas, J&M Displays — Big Bang BOOM preview
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Blake Benedict & Adam Sampson — Rumble at Reserve and the YMCA expansion
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Mary McGunnigal, Galesburg — stumbling onto the Mayflower
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Michael Bennett, VNA Community Services — Rays & Graze and supporting Knox County seniors
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Amber Bowcott & Shirley Chu — Alzheimer's awareness and a Tres Cafe benefit dinner
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Julie King, National Railroad Hall of Fame — Railroad Days 2026
Galesburg's Morning News
Tune in to hear Galesburg's Morning News with Tyler Gumm, Cameron Line, and Jay Redfern, weekdays 5 to 9 a.m., on 93.7 FM and 1400 AM WGIL. They will keep you updated on the latest news, events, sports, and weather, as well as feature conversations with news-makers and a wide variety of people involved in our community. Following the show, many of those conversations will then be featured here as podcasts.
Courtney Garland Bibo, Graham Medical Group — the sunscreen myths costing you
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Courtney Garland Bibo, Graham Medical Group — the sunscreen myths costing you
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River 2 River turns 20 Saturday
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Knox County Fair Board — 175th Annual Knox County Fair preview
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C.L. Cummings, Tompkins State Bank — why community banking still matters
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Dr. Josh Carpenter, OSF HealthCare — Men's Health Month and why men can't afford to wait
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Way to Grow Pediatric Therapy — bringing specialized pediatric therapy services to Galesburg
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New Limited Rods of Western Illinois — Railtown Rumble rolls into Lincoln Park Sunday
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OSF Wound Care — advanced wound care comes to Galesburg and what patients need to know
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Chris Rennau, Tompkins State Bank — seven challenges facing Midwest farmers and how a local bank can help
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Bria Medina — Knox College's all-time leading scorer on her journey from Galesburg to the Iowa Hawkeyes
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Dr. Nathaniel Baker — OSF St. Mary's ER expansion, behavioral health, and a community garden
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Andy Gibbons — 35 years, one place, no regrets
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Orpheum Theatre — closing out the 2025-26 season with a UK Broadway debut and 100 Years of Hank
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Canton History & Arts Alliance — Live at the Plaza free summer concert series
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Alivia Derham, APRN — Graham Medical Group brings orthopedic care home to Galesburg
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Veteran & Senior Fair returns April 29 — Rep. Swanson and Seminary Village on what to expect
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Zach Yoder, OSF HealthCare Regional President — Growth and a 10-Year Vision for Western Illinois
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Galesburg Public Library — Teen & Adult Job Fair, Teen Horror Movie, and the Library as Community Hub
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Bill Pearson — 'Goooood!' Voice of the Silver Streaks
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Dale Kelley & Barry Swanson, 1966 Silver Streaks — 'We Never Believed We Were Gonna Lose'
Galesburg In Focus
Conversations originally heard during Galesburg In Focus, which airs Saturday mornings 8-9 a.m. on 93.7 FM and 1400 AM, WGIL. The interview program includes guests who talk about local topics like sports, not-for profit groups and organizations, businesses, local history, community events and more. It's an audio snapshot of our community.
Dog bath time tips that actually work
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Dog bath time tips that actually work
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Fireworks and pets: how to keep yours safe, calm, and home this Fourth of July
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Summer hazards every pet owner needs to know about
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If your dog walks you, this episode is for you
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Reading your pet's food label without the stress
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Midwest Pet Life debuts on WGIL: Why pets matter more than ever
Midwest Pet Life
Midwest Pet Life is a weekly WGIL podcast hosted by Candace D'Agnolo, a pet industry veteran and owner of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium in Galesburg, Illinois. Every week, Candace digs into the topics that matter most to pet owners across the Midwest — from nutrition and behavior to seasonal safety and the science behind the human-animal bond. Whether you're a dog person, a cat person, or somewhere in between, this show was made for you. Have a pet question? Submit them to support@danteanddorys.com. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Lance Tarochione — corn stress builds as dry July drags on
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Lance Tarochione — corn stress builds as dry July drags on
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Tassle Wrap, Knox County Fair & Young Washington
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Humidity, Corn Sweat and Double-Crop Beans
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June Rains: Too Much Of A Good Thing
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Rain Makes Grain
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Modern Planter Technology: Precision or Problems?
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Spraying Season and Spotting Replant Trouble
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Spring Planting: Closing The Last Rows
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Another Tough Week in the Fields
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Finding Firm Ground During a Wet Planting Season
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Racing the Clock: The Real Challenges of Planting Season
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To Plant Or Not To Plant - That Is The Question
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Seed Trials And College Basketball
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Planters Starting To Roll Across Central Illinois
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Spoon River Stories: Floods & Farms
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Rental Car Run-in & Removing Trees
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Big Week For Ag: New Herbicide Registration & AgTech
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Winning the Right to Spray: A Major Victory for Crop Protection
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Warmer Temps & World Record Yields
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Record-Breaking Cold & Exploding Trees
Ag Talk
Lance Tarochione, Technical Agronomist for Dekalb & Asgrow, discusses current topics in local agriculture.
| DATE | GAME | BROADCAST TIME | |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 17 FRIDAY |  | St. LOUIS CARDINALS @ Arizona Diamondbacks | 7:45pm |
| July 18 SATURDAY | | St. LOUIS CARDINALS @ Arizona Diamondbacks | 2:15pm |
| July 19 SUNDAY | | St. LOUIS CARDINALS @ Arizona Diamondbacks | 2:15pm |
| July 20 MONDAY | | St. LOUIS CARDINALS @ Los Angeles Angels | 8:15pm |
| July 21 TUESDAY | | St. LOUIS CARDINALS @ Los Angeles Angels | 7:40pm |
| July 22 WEDNESDAY | | St. LOUIS CARDINALS @ Los Angeles Angels | 2:10pm |
