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.
Galesburg welcomes Sarah Smith as tourism bureau director
Sarah Smith, who revitalized tourism in a similar-sized Iowa community, takes over as director of the Galesburg Tourism & Visitors Bureau.
Galesburg launches required survey to protect public water supply
The City of Galesburg is mailing surveys to all water customers this week as part of a state-required program to identify potential risks to the public water supply.
District 205 January 2026 personnel report: Who is coming, going and moving within Galesburg schools
New hires, transfers, long-term substitutes and more approved by the District 205 board on Jan. 12 – full PDF list inside.
D205 approves bid specs for new bleachers, concessions at Bednar Complex
Galesburg D205 board approves bid specs for Bednar Complex upgrades — including new steel bleachers, concessions, restrooms and storage — at Jim Sundberg baseball and GHS softball. Construction likely summer 2026.
Warren County property transfers for Jan. 5-9, 2026: See a list of home and other sales
Transfers include multiple farmland sales over $1 million in Monmouth and a $125,000 commercial deal.
Looking Back: What do you recall about Galesburg’s Neighborhood Groceries?
Evan Massey recalls corner stores and small groceries from the 1950s-60s, sharing photos and inviting reader memories of Galesburg’s past.
Charles H. Finch Jr.
Charles H. Finch, Jr., 96, of Galesburg, passed away Jan. 9, 2026. Funeral service 11 a.m. Jan. 17 at Hurd-Hendricks in Knoxville.
Rosetta A. Farris
Rosetta A. Farris, 70, of Galesburg, passed away Jan. 6, 2026. Visitation 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Jan. 15 and funeral 2 p.m. Jan. 16 at Hurd-Hendricks in Oneida.
What were Knox County’s top baby names in 2025? Full list here
One boy name dominates, girls in 10-way tie for Knox County’s 2025 top baby names.
Galesburg police arrest suspect in early Monday gas station robbery
Maxwell Burton, 29, charged with robbery after allegedly demanding money at Beck’s on East Main Street; Knox County Sheriff’s Department assisted.
Oversight panel OKs rule on digitized prison mail in Illinois with new changes
The rule now makes exceptions for certain photos, privileged mail and used books
Daniel Wayne Gulick
Daniel Wayne Gulick, 89, of Kirkwood, passed away Jan. 9, 2026. Memorial service 11 a.m. Jan. 17 at McGuire & Davies in Monmouth.
Marlene L. Moulden
Marlene L. Moulden, 93, of Monmouth, passed away Jan. 9, 2026. Funeral service 2 p.m. Jan. 14 at McGuire & Davies in Monmouth.
Elbert Leon Kimbrough
Elbert Leon Kimbrough, 87, of Galesburg, passed away Jan. 2, 2026. Services 1 p.m. Jan. 10 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Galesburg.
Phyllis Cabrera
Phyllis Cabrera, 95, of Galesburg, passed away Jan. 9, 2026. Visitation 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and funeral 12 p.m. Jan. 13 at Watson Thomas in Galesburg.
Knox County deputies pursue, arrest suspects in counterfeit currency case
Vehicle flees traffic stop in Monmouth, leading to Knox County pursuit and PIT maneuver in Galva; three suspects arrested with multi-agency help.
Knox College names Adam Gonzaga new Prairie Fire football head coach
32nd Prairie Fire head coach succeeds Aaron Willits; veteran leader brings defensive expertise, program-building vision, and focus on relationships and student-athlete development.
Knox County off-site tour for non-highway vehicle stickers set for January
Remote locations in Dahinda, Oneida and Abingdon for 2026 stickers; $100 new, $50 renewal.
David L. Martin
David L. Martin, 74, of Monmouth, passed away Jan. 6, 2026. Mass of Christian burial 10 a.m. Jan. 14 at Immaculate Conception Church in Monmouth.