Knox College adds women’s flag football as varsity sport
Competition set to begin as a club in fall 2026 and transition to full varsity status by 2027-28.
John Milton Weir
John Milton Weir, 70, of Oquawka, died Jan. 12, 2026. Visitation 5-7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Oquawka. Private graveside services at Biggsville Cemetery.
Three Galesburg residents cited after 30-40 cats found in hoarding case
Three former residents of a Galesburg property face charges after city workers discovered 30-40 cats in deplorable conditions during a walkthrough of a boarded-up home.
2025 Galesburg Athletic Hall of Fame class to be honored Saturday
The Galesburg Athletic Hall of Fame will induct its 2025 class this Saturday, January 17, at the GHS Auditorium after a postponement due to winter weather.
Knox County property transfers for Jan 8-14, 2026. See a list of home and other sales
The Knox County Assessment Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Knox County the week of Jan. 8-14, 2026.
Legendary Phog Allen spoke to Galesburg High basketball team in 1945
Evan Massey’s latest blog post revisits a 1945 moment when legendary Kansas coach Phog Allen spoke to the Galesburg High School basketball team, offering advice and inspiration.