Record demand calls for Round Two: Community Food Drive for FISH returns tomorrow
FISH Exec Director: “We’ve all needed help – now’s the time to pay it forward” as demand climbs 20-30% month-over-month.
Adolph ‘Ziggy’ Hamblin: Forgotten Superstar of Galesburg and Knox
Adolph “Ziggy” Hamblin dominated high school and small-college basketball like few ever have – and his story still inspires
Knox County property transfers for Nov. 26-Dec. 3, 2025. See a list of home and other sales
A list of home and other property sales recorded in Knox County over the past week
Neal Howard Morgan
Neal Howard Morgan, 72, of Galesburg, passed away Dec. 3, 2025. Graveside service 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10 at Mount Vernon Cemetery, North Henderson.
‘He made the room more vibrant’: Community grieves Galesburg teacher, coach Jordan Ball
Quick with a laugh, full of fire on the court: Jordan Ball leaves wife Alex, toddler Atticus and baby girl due in April
Jordan Thomas Ball
Jordan Thomas Ball, 26, of Oneida, tragically passed away Dec. 1, 2025. Visitation 12-3 p.m., funeral 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7 at Galesburg Jr/Sr High Thiel Gym.
Gray’s Sandwich Shop, home of legendary tenderloins, announces farewell after 41 Galesburg years
Owner Keith Gray cites economic pressures and post-pandemic challenges for early closure, thanking community for decades of support
Marcena Ora Austin
Marcena O. Austin, 82, of Alexis, passed away Dec. 2, 2025. Visitation 5-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5; funeral 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at Gerlaw Christian Church.
Charles Edward ‘Ed’ Austin
Charles Edward “Ed” Austin, 82, of Alexis, passed away Dec. 2, 2025. Visitation 5-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5; funeral 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at Gerlaw Christian Church.
Howard Scott Bycroft
Howard S. Bycroft, 83, of Roseville, passed away Dec. 2, 2025. Memorial service 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5 at McGuire & Davies, Monmouth.
‘Fireman’s fireman’: Longest-serving Galesburg firefighter Tom ‘Baughie’ Baughman dies at 74
Retired rescue squad veteran who mentored generations and never really left the job dies one day before 7th retirement anniversary
Warren County property transfers for Nov. 24-26, 2025. See a list of home and other sales
A list of home and other property sales recorded in Warren County over the past week
Test Your Galesburg Smarts: Take Massey Quiz #23 on Iconic Local Landmarks
From historic buildings to hidden gems, Evan Massey’s latest photo challenge celebrates the heart of Galesburg—spot the spots and see if you’re a true Burg expert.
Two dead in single-vehicle crash south of Alexis
Warren County Sheriff’s Office investigating; no further details released
Galesburg’s Major Marte Glass, lifelong nurse and veteran, dies at 72
Longtime ICU and LifeFlight nurse and 26-year Army Reserve veteran died from injuries in Nov. 22 crash
Jim Miles
Jim (Gerald R.) Miles, 82, of Galesburg, died Nov. 28, 2025. Cremation accorded. No services planned. Private burial spring 2026.
Thomas ‘Tom’ R. Baughman
Thomas “Tom” R. Baughman “Baughie”, 74, of Galesburg, died unexpectedly Nov. 29, 2025. Visitation 5-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5; funeral 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West.
Desirae Deirra ‘Sissy’ Thorne
Desirae Deirra “Sissy” Thorne, 63, of Galesburg, passed away unexpectedly Nov. 27, 2025. Memorial visitation 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West.
Major Marte Lynn Glass, U.S. Army, Retired
Major Marte Lynn Glass, U.S. S. Army Retired, 72, of Galesburg, passed away Nov. 30, 2025. Visitation 9-11 a.m., funeral 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West.
Dale E. Morling
Dale E. Morling, 96, of Galesburg, passed away Nov. 29, 2025. Visitation 12:30-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7; funeral 2:30 p.m. at Hinchliff-Pearson-West.