Doctor helps innovate virtual reality technology for med school students

A doctor involved with the OSF Innovation arm of OSF Healthcare will be at a big medical show starting this weekend in Chicago, showcasing virtual reality technology that could bring medical education to the next level. Dr.
Economic Developer on Small Business Saturday: Just shop local

Shopping small businesses on “Small Business Saturday” is a good thing, but Knox County Area Partnership for Economic Development president Ken Springer says as long as you shop local, no matter where you shop, you’re helping the
Brown, Walter J.
Walter J. Brown, 84, of Abingdon, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 10:04 A.M. at the Knox County Nursing Home in Knoxville, Illinois.
Rockwell, Charles I.

Charles I. Rockwell,84, of Monmouth, IL died at 7:24 am Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at his home.
Dollars stay in the community during Small Business Saturday

Shopping local is important to the consumer in regards to what happens to your dollar after your spend it.
Two arrested on disorderly conduct and also charged with resisting arrest

Two men have been arrested for disorderly conduct following a dispute that occurred around midnight on Thursday in Galesburg.
For head coaches, “Battle of Ohio” has turned into “Battle for job security”
The Battle of Ohio between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals has devolved, unofficially, to two coaches battling for their jobs.
Panthers thrilled to have Olsen back as they head to New York
Cam Newton has plenty for which to be thankful this week.
Dolphins not quite sure who will be at QB as they head to New England
The New England Patriots and their fans have Dec. 17 circled on the calendar.
Happy in Philly, Alshon Jeffery downplays facing former team
PHILADELPHIA (AP) Alshon Jeffery guaranteed his team would win the Super Bowl after the Chicago Bears finished 3-13 last season.
Highs to lows, Bills and Chiefs riding same rollercoaster
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The rollercoaster seasons of the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs seem to be running parallel to each other, from their hot starts to their stumbles to injuries and quarterback questions.
Falcons, Buccaneers bring momentum to NFC South showdown
ATLANTA (AP) Two-game winning streaks have given much-needed midseason boosts to Tampa Bay and Atlanta.
Arizona State hosts Arizona in Territorial Cup game
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) Arizona’s Rich Rodriguez and Todd Graham of Arizona State were among coaches on the hottest seats heading into the season.
No. 18 Oklahoma State heavy favorites over lowly Kansas
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) A week after a devastating loss that pretty much ended any hope No. 18 Oklahoma State had to win the Big 12, potentially the biggest issue for the Cowboys could be still feeling down
Seahawks try to turn things around headed into 49ers game
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) Coach Pete Carroll and the Seattle Seahawks have a lot bigger worries than wondering if the San Francisco 49ers are ready to make a quarterback switch to Jimmy Garoppolo.
Bengals don't want to become Browns' first-and-only
CINCINNATI (AP) Nobody wants to be the Browns’ first-and-only.
Nursing home staff air grievance with county board

Wednesday night the Knox County Board heard from different union staff members of the county nursing home regarding ongoing contract disputes.
Reward extended in case of Illinois girl missing since 1996
MOLINE, Ill. (AP) — A reward to help solve the case of a girl who disappeared more than 20 years ago in the Mississippi River community of Moline has been extended.
Museum of Science and Industry unveils holiday exhibits
CHICAGO (AP) — Christmas the way it is celebrated in countries around the world is coming to the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.
‘A Christmas Story’ cast members to ride in Highland parade
HIGHLAND, Ill. (AP) — One of the most famous bullies in the history of movies is coming to southern Illinois.
