Sparks, Katherine

Katherine R. Sparks, 86, of Galesburg, died Monday, June 30, 2025, at home.
Jewsbury, William ‘Bill’

William “Bill” Robert Jewsbury, 98, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 2:10 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Seminary Manor in Galesburg.
Streamlining the college application process: Sandburg pioneers Common App for community colleges

New pilot simplifies applications for diverse students
Steines, David L.

David L. Steines, 66, of Monmouth, Illinois, died at 4:45 p.m. July 6, 2025, in his home.
Monmouth City Council approves $400,000 housing grant, City Hall upgrades

Funds to aid home repairs, window replacements as public works reports progress
Norine Hammond announces re-election campaign for Illinois Statehouse

She has served in the Illinois House since 2010
Lane closures planned for U.S. 67, 136 in Macomb for sign replacement

Motorists urged to use alternate routes during closures
Federal food assistance changes threaten benefits for thousands of Illinoisans

New requirements mandate state pay for a greater share of program