Richard ‘Dick’ Clark Herslow
Richard “Dick” Clark Herslow, 84, of Avon, died peacefully at home July 27, 2026. Cremation will be accorded, with private burial to follow at Union Springs Cemetery in Corrigan, Texas.
Carolyn J. Ashbaugh
Carolyn J. Ashbaugh, 83, of Knoxville, died July 28, 2026, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg. Cremation has been accorded, and a celebration of the lives of Carolyn and her late husband, Bud, will be announced at a later date.
Pritzker signs school cellphone ban to avoid student distractions
New law restricts use of all electronic communication devices, with some exceptions
Cruise-In brings Mystery Machine, Fred Gibb cars to Monmouth Aug. 7
Cruise-In organizers previewed this year’s show, including the Mystery Machine from the Volo Museum — the event has since been postponed to Aug. 7.
Illinois recognizes gambling addiction, allowing new treatment options
The new law classifies compulsive gambling under the same umbrella as alcohol and drug disorders
Fulton County pursuit tops 100 mph before suspect crashes into ravine
A Fulton County pursuit that began with an erratic-driving report ended with a suspect’s vehicle catching fire in a ravine near Rushville.
Carolyn Park, who taught generations of Galesburg students, dies at 93
Carolyn S. Park taught second grade in Galesburg for 41 years, at Hitchcock, Bateman and Lincoln elementary schools.
Galesburg Verizon store to become Cellular Sales retailer next month
Verizon confirms its Galesburg store is changing hands Aug. 16 as part of a nationwide sale of 274 company-owned locations.
Massey Quiz #56: How well do you know Galesburg’s places?
Evan Massey tests your knowledge of Galesburg with 15 photos of local buildings, monuments and landmarks past and present.