Moline man arrested on Warren County warrant for criminal sexual assault
Fernando D. Fuentes Prieto, 41, of Moline, was arrested on a Warren County warrant for three counts of criminal sexual assault and one count of domestic battery involving a Monmouth juvenile.
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.
Bonnie Lowe
Bonnie Lowe, 80, of Galesburg, died Jan. 12, 2026. Memorial visitation 5-7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Cremation accorded.
Connie S. Rucker
Connie S. Rucker, 80, of Galesburg, died Jan. 14, 2026. Visitation 5-7 p.m. Jan. 19 and funeral service 10 a.m. Jan. 20 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral and Cremation Services, Galesburg.
Allison Sours takes helm at Graham Health, eyes rural expansion
In a WGIL Galesburg In Focus interview, she discusses the system’s growth in Galesburg, the Ambulatory Care Center, and challenges facing rural healthcare.
Nanette M. Miller
Nanette M. Miller, 80, of Galesburg, died Jan. 14, 2026. Visitation 10-11 a.m. and funeral Mass 11 a.m. Jan. 19 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Galesburg. Watson Thomas Funeral Home in charge.
Dixie D. Reimolds
Dixie D. Reimolds, 87, of Monmouth, passed away Jan. 13, 2026. Graveside services 1:30 p.m. Jan. 20 at Warren County Memorial Park, Monmouth. McGuire & Davies Funeral Home in charge.
James E. ‘Jim’ Lee
James E. “Jim” Lee, 85, of Galesburg, died Jan. 9, 2026. Visitation 5-7 p.m. Jan. 30 and rosary 7 p.m. at Watson Thomas Funeral Home, Galesburg. Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Jan. 31 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.
Two juveniles cited after fight and threat at Farmington Central High School
Farmington Police say a fight at Farmington Central High School on Wednesday led to an off-campus Snapchat threat involving a photo of a gun.
Beverly A. Yarde
Beverly A. Yarde, 73, of rural Alexis, died Jan. 7, 2026. Cremation in accordance with her wishes. No visitation or service. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral and Cremation Services in charge.
Sarah Smith: Reimagining Galesburg tourism through community pride
New Galesburg Tourism & Visitors Bureau director Sarah Smith discusses building local pride as the foundation for attracting visitors, modern marketing strategies, and highlighting community assets
Galesburg woman pleads not guilty to reckless homicide in Lake Storey Road crash
32-year-old Ashley N. England appeared in Knox County court Tuesday on charges including aggravated DUI and reckless homicide following a November crash that killed Marte Glass.
Carolyn Louise Foss
Carolyn Louise Foss, 77, of Taylor Ridge, formerly of Knoxville, died Jan. 10, 2026. Visitation 10-11 a.m. and funeral 11 a.m. Jan. 16 at Watson Thomas Funeral Home, Galesburg. Burial in Westfall Cemetery, rural Victoria.
How well do you know your neighbors? Take Evan Massey’s 15-person Galesburg quiz
Evan Massey’s latest Massey Quiz features 15 photos of Galesburg residents from past and present. See how many you can name and share your score.
Erhard G. ‘Dutch’ Saettler
Erhard G. “Dutch” Saettler, 90, of Monmouth, passed away Jan. 12, 2026. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Jan. 23 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Monmouth. McGuire & Davies Funeral Home in charge.