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- Galesburg's Evening News ·
Galesburg Great Balloon Race takes off Friday
![Alex & Rosie Theobald of Elementary Earthworks in Galesburg. They are using a chemical free, no till method of growing produce they will then sell to local eateries and markets. (WGIL)](https://dehayf5mhw1h7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2036/2024/07/25081638/elementary-earthworks-1000x563.webp)
- Galesburg's Morning News ·
‘Elementary Earthworks’ hopes to, well, grow beyond being a home-based business
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- Galesburg's Morning News ·
How is the new Galesburg Public Library doing, three months after opening?
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- Obituaries ·
Davis, Harley E.
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- Obituaries ·
Nelson, Jack E.
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- Obituaries ·
Nelson, Bette Lou
![Joyce Marie (Anderson) Skinner](https://dehayf5mhw1h7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2036/2024/07/23154623/skinner-joyce-e1721767684810-200x200.jpg)
- Obituaries ·
Skinner, Joyce
![Beverly Ann Chamberlain](https://dehayf5mhw1h7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2036/2024/07/23154133/beverly-ann-chamberlain-200x200.webp)
- Obituaries ·
Chamberlain, Beverly
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- Obituaries ·
Taylor Sr., Lawrence
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Racing balloons dot the skies of Galesburg this weekend
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Two Henry County residents get federal prison time for ‘particularly sophisticated’ scheme
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More cuts coming to Western Illinois University
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Knox County property transfers for July 18-24, 2024. See a list of home and other sales
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No carnival at Abingdon festival this year
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State claims job growth in most of the state; data shows unemployment keeps going up in Knox County
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Missing N.Y. man, later pronounced dead, found in Peoria area by Knox County deputies
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Your Questions Answered: How many liquor licenses are there in Galesburg? Where are they?
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District 205 teacher pleads not guilty to felony theft charge
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Pritzker for VP? Probably not, says analyst
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Fire damages East Main Street home
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Probable cause found for two to be tried for fatal shooting
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‘Friday Night Lights’ youth football camps start today at Galesburg High School
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Warren County property transfers for July 15-19, 2024. See a list of home and other sales
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WIU starts Master’s Degree program in precision agriculture
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Area politicians, candidates react to Biden withdrawal, Harris endorsement
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'Elementary Earthworks' hopes to, well, grow beyond being a home-based business
19:33Jul 25 -
How is the new Galesburg Public Library doing, three months after opening?
19:46Jul 24 -
The last four weeks in Presidential politics, explained
19:25Jul 23 -
It's officially Coach Jimmy Isaacson Field
28:41Jul 22 -
Knox County Clerk's side of the story on property tax issue with District 205
33:18Jul 19 -
Game on! First-ever competitive Scrabble tournament coming to Galesburg
19:28Jul 18 -
Let's dance with the 'Galesburg stars' this weekend
19:19Jul 17 -
Marking 10 years of distinction and character at Carl Sandburg College
19:23Jul 16 -
An update on Monday's storms with Chief Randy Hovind
07:45Jul 16 -
Almost time to eat! Taste of Galesburg is Thursday
11:56Jul 15 -
Meet the new Galesburg Junior/Senior High School Band Director
13:59Jul 12 -
Turning out to help the community: How the Galesburg Community Foundation's latest grant cycle is making a difference, and why
19:53Jul 11 -
'25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee' could put audience to the T-E-S-T
20:17Jul 10 -
From teacher to administrator to Athletic Director: Meet Nick Young
17:44Jul 09 -
Meet the 2024 Knox County Fair Queens
11:32Jul 08 -
Taste of Galesburg needs volunteers to help at this year's event
12:59Jul 05 -
Big 'FUN-raising' shows coming to the Orpheum Theatre
14:45Jul 02 -
Why Jeremy Karlin is leaving the Knox County State's Attorney's Office
21:41Jul 02 -
What fireworks are, and aren't, legal in Galesburg, and how to use fireworks safely
18:22Jun 28 -
VNA wants you to help 'Fill the Freezer'
14:16Jun 28
Galesburg's Morning News
Tune in to hear Galesburg's Morning News with Tyler Gumm, Cameron Line, and Will Stevenson, 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.
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Galesburg Great Balloon Race takes off Friday
17:12Jul 25 -
Update on power restoration following Monday's storms from Ameren Illinois
12:53Jul 16 -
'A Silver Streak at my core.' Meet new Galesburg football coach Shawn Hickey
12:31Jul 01 -
A conversation with State Sen. Mike Halpin
21:30Jun 27 -
ARCHIVE: Remembering Fulton County Deputy Troy Chisum, five years later
20:06Jun 24 -
Anatomy of HT Custer Park's upgrades
09:15Jun 21 -
Marking Child Abuse Prevention Month in Knox County
00:12Apr 25 -
Member of Galesburg Public Library Foundation board practices what he preaches
00:13Apr 24 -
Library director talks about opening date for new facility
00:11Apr 17 -
Judge Joe McGraw: Republican candidate for IL 17th
00:10Mar 18 -
The Ascent and First Baptist Church leaders talk merger
00:18Mar 14 -
KCAP and GAVC heads talk about partnership, how it benefits region
00:14Mar 11 -
CTE month highlights partnership between ROE And GAVC
00:15Feb 15 -
Knox County Board Chair talks Abingdon's policing transition
00:09Jan 29 -
ROWVA School Board moving forward with $6.4 million in building repairs
00:11Jan 18 -
Harmony Baptist Church readying for Christmas cantata
00:05Dec 06 -
Elizabeth Varner talks to WGIL about parks, projects and programs
00:17Nov 17 -
Knox College student writes songs set in Galesburg area
00:15Nov 13 -
Ashley Worby talks to WGIL about campaign for Knox County State's Attorney
00:12Nov 10 -
GAVC Director checks in with Galesburg's Evening News
00:11Nov 09
Galesburg's Evening News
Will Stevenson talks with members of our community involved in news, events, happenings, and issues. Originally airs just after the 5:00pm newscast weeknights on WGIL.
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Mike Ebbing: Galesburg's connection to Richard Nixon
41:37Jul 20 -
District 205 superintendent on security, taking attendance, new administrators, and property tax problems
36:50Jul 13 -
Jimmy Isaacson: Celebrating Galesburg's Mr. Baseball
32:51Jul 06 -
Experience the excitement: A preview of the 2024 Knox County Fair
39:25Jul 06 -
A second chance before needing a second chance; inside Knox County's diversion and deferred prosecution programs
32:29Jun 29 -
Monmouth College President Clarence Wyatt: The exit interview
36:25Jun 29 -
Inside the John Deere Classic with Craig DeVrieze
37:38Jun 22 -
Wound care: Expert insights and treatment options from Graham Health
28:54Jun 22 -
Talking pet health with Animal Medical Center of Galesburg
30:18Jun 18 -
Galesburg Community Arts Center provides things to do for children and adults alike -- for free
35:25Jun 15 -
The Cultural Take: Galesburg travel company promises transformative adventures
33:49Jun 08 -
Free veteran and senior health fair in Galesburg
32:24Jun 08 -
Passions for theatre, business, and success: Meet the new Executive Director of the Orpheum Theatre
36:57Jun 01 -
Domestic violence is on the rise. Safe Harbor can assist survivors
32:45May 25 -
All about the babies (and adults) in need: Loving Bottoms Diaper Bank grows in less than ten years
36:41May 25 -
Catching up with Josh Eiker: Galesburg's fastest man
00:36May 18 -
Cancer diagnosis? You don't have to face it alone
00:31May 13 -
Murals and more: How the Knoxville Community Fund is beautifying the city
00:38May 11 -
Silvia Foster-Frau: From Galesburg to D.C, uncovering America's truths
00:31May 04 -
The summer of improvements to Monmouth's Public Square soon to begin
00:32May 04
Galesburg In Focus
Conversations originally heard during Galesburg In Focus, which airs Saturday mornings 7am - 9am 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.
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After the Storms and The Local Impact of the Corn Leaf Aphid
20:53Jul 20 -
Wet Weather and a Movie Review
15:02Jul 13 -
Talking Ag Econ: Whether Or Not To Spray Fungicide On Your Corn
08:42Jul 06 -
Talking Politics and the Presidential Debate
08:30Jun 29 -
Local Agronomy Update & An Ill-Fated Attempt At Planting Wheat
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Lots Of Heat And Lack of Rain Could Make Things Ugly For Local Growers
21:34Jun 15 -
Planting 2024: The Later It Gets, The Higher the Stakes
00:14May 18 -
Spring Planting: Too Early To Panic
00:13May 11 -
The Recipe for High Yielding Corn
00:14Apr 27 -
Planting Progress & The Non-Event Weather Event
00:15Apr 20 -
The Intersection of Agri-Tourism, Photography & Weed Science
00:15Apr 13 -
Auction Road Trip & The Real Cost of a $50 Gas Can
00:18Mar 30 -
Electric Vehicles and The Exploration of Insanity
00:14Mar 25 -
What is the Carbon Footprint of the crops you raise?
00:16Mar 16 -
Reducing CO2 Emissions - An Opportunity For Agriculture
00:14Mar 09 -
Lessons in Humility, Pride & Greed
00:18Mar 02 -
Getting a head start on some Spring work
00:11Feb 24 -
A sad (and expensive) story about a tractor
00:12Feb 17 -
Fences: The Good. The Bad. The Ugly.
00:13Feb 10 -
The Right Tools Can Make All The Difference
00:14Feb 03
Ag Talk
Lance Tarochione, Technical Agronomist for Dekalb & Asgrow, discusses current topics in local agriculture.
DATE | GAME | BROADCAST TIME | |
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July 23 TUESDAY | ![]() | St. LOUIS CARDINALS @ Pittsburgh Pirates | 4:45pm |
July 26 FRIDAY | ![]() | St. LOUIS CARDINALS vs Washington Nationals | 6:20pm |
July 27 SATURDAY | ![]() | St. LOUIS CARDINALS vs Washington Nationals | 5:20pm |
July 28 SUNDAY | ![]() | St. LOUIS CARDINALS vs Washington Nationals | 12:20pm |
July 29 MONDAY | ![]() | St. LOUIS CARDINALS vs Texas Rangers | 5:50pm |
July 30 TUESDAY | ![]() | St. LOUIS CARDINALS vs Texas Rangers | 5:50pm |