Galesburg Library receives funds, construction on new library should begin in months
The Galesburg Public Library has been awarded the funds that will make constructing a new library on the corner of Main and Academy Streets a reality.
United Way of Knox County wants to provide 100 kids with books for a year
March is Reading Awareness Month, and the United Way of Knox County is promoting reading in our youth through the National Education Association’s annual Read Across America program.
Peterson, William D. “Pete”
William “Pete” D. Peterson, 75 of rural Avon and formerly of Abingdon, passed away at 8:16 a.m. Saturday, February 27, 2021, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg.
Alwardt, Patty
Patty (Simpson) Alwardt, 75 of Galesburg and formerly of Abingdon, passed away suddenly at 7:35 a.m. Saturday, February 27, 2021, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center ER in Galesburg.
The Galesburg City Council agenda for tonight’s meeting could clear the way for the Galesburg Public Library to acquire a new HVAC system.
This is the system at the current building they occupy on Simmons St.
Hancock County man suffers serious injuries after collision with semi
Illinois State Police say a LaHarpe man was airlifted to the hospital following a two-vehicle incident in Henderson County on Saturday.
Illinois logs 22 more COVID-19 deaths and 1,249 new cases
CHICAGO (AP) – Health officials say Illinois has reported 22 more COVID-19 deaths and 1,249 confirmed and probable cases.
1 week, 3 reps, 1 month pay? Mendoza seeks ‘exit bonus’ end
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) – Illinois state Comptroller Susana Mendoza says last week’s debacle in attempting to fill the House seat vacated by longtime House Speaker Michael Madigan presents a prime reason for supporting her “No Exit Bonus”
Chicago aquarium pushes restaurants to reduce plastic use
CHICAGO (AP) – Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium has launched a program encouraging restaurants to reduce the use of plastic.
Chicago State University nursing school upgrade underway
CHICAGO (AP) – The Illinois Capital Development Board has chosen Stantec Architecture to design a nearly $50 million makeover of portions of Chicago State University, including its nursing school.
Woman charged in connection with 2 Chicago carjackings
CHICAGO (AP) – A 36-year-old woman has been arrested following two Chicago carjackings, including one where an 8-year-old boy jumped from an SUV to escape.