Phillip Morris Porter

Phillip M. Porter, 85, of Monmouth, Illinois, died March 22, 2026.
3-year-old boy drowns in neighbor’s koi pond in Prairie City

A three-year-old boy died Friday afternoon after drowning in a neighbor’s koi pond in Prairie City, according to the McDonough County Sheriff’s Office.
Courtyard Estates communities in Knoxville, Kewanee, and Monmouth relaunch under new names with Tutera Senior Living

Three senior living communities formerly known as Courtyard Estates have new names under Tutera Senior Living — with the same local staff in place.
Raw milk proponents push for fewer restrictions on Illinois sales despite state health warnings

As federal support wavers, Illinois farmers and lawmakers face hurdles with their agenda
James Steven Tolle Jr.

James Tolle, Jr., 53, of Galesburg, Illinois, died March 17, 2026.
Jacob Franklin Overend

Jacob F. Overend, 40, of Monmouth, Illinois, died March 20, 2026.
GHS boys tennis is back — a preview of the 2026 Silver Streaks season

Galesburg High School boys tennis coach Adyson Eastburg previews the 2026 season, including key returners, the top of the lineup, and the Streaks Invitational on April 25.
Donna Denise ‘Dee Dee’ Hubbard

Donna Denise “Dee Dee” Hubbard, 69, of Knoxville, Illinois, died March 20, 2026.
