Galesburg Police Department issues statement on passing of 911 Dispatcher Abigail Small
The department shared a statement following the death of Abigail Small on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025.
Massey Quiz #25: 15 Galesburg People & More
Evan Massey shares a fun community quiz featuring 15 pictures of notable Galesburg people—test your knowledge and celebrate the area.
Former Shopko building in Monmouth, once planned for Hy-Vee, sold to Smithfield for warehousing
The property at 1190 N. 6th St., adjacent to Smithfield’s facility, will replace off-site storage and bring new efficiencies.
Ronald ‘Ronnie’ L. Rollins
Ronald “Ronnie” L. Rollins, 72, of Victoria, passed away Dec. 14, 2025. Cremation will be accorded; inurnment of cremains will be private at Galva Cemetery.
Paul D. Winter
Paul D. Winter, 89, of Wataga, passed away Dec. 14, 2025. Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at The Oaks Community Church in Dahinda, with funeral services at 11 a.m.
Wayne A. Green
Wayne A. Green, 100, of Abingdon, passed away Dec. 12, 2025. Visitation will be 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at Abingdon Christian Church, followed by graveside services at 2 p.m. at Abingdon Cemetery.
Galesburg honors veteran Byron Baird with proclamation for Purple Heart after 15-year wait
The 38-year-old Galesburg resident, injured in two IED explosions in Afghanistan at age 23, was recognized Monday night; hear his full 12-minute interview.
Full walking and biking loop around Lake Storey on track for 2027 completion
The $2.6 million project, funded by state grants, will connect north-side recreation areas with south-side facilities and Carl Sandburg College via a safe, separated trail along U.S. 150.
Jodie Prina: The Galesburg Basketball Legend That Time Forgot
In a new Massey Basketball blog post, Jodie Prina shares memories of playing on Galesburg’s first girls basketball teams, her dominant years at Carl Sandburg College, and the challenges of early women’s sports.
Warren County property transfers for Dec. 8-12, 2025: See a list of home and other sales
See the latest real estate transactions in Warren County, including a $1.6 million commercial sale in Monmouth.
Ward 3 Alderman Evan Miller resigns from Galesburg City Council to move outside city
The departure marks the second alderman resignation in four months due to relocation beyond ward boundaries.
Ruth L. Gosney
Ruth L. Gosney, 80, of Monmouth, Illinois, passed away Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Monmouth. Ruth was born June 23, 1945, in Monmouth, the daughter of Rex and Dorothy (Rittenhouse) Bivens. She was raised and educated in
Robert Dean Anderson
Robert Dean Anderson, 91, of Monmouth, passed away Dec. 13, 2025. Graveside services with military honors will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, at Warren County Memorial Park.
Sandra K. Fritzler
Sandra K. Fritzler, 87, of Galesburg, passed away Dec. 11, 2025. A private committal service will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Knox County Humane Society.
New dugouts proposed for Jimmy Isaacson ball diamond at H.T. Custer Park – better airflow, more games
$35,630 bid would replace hot, airless concrete dugouts with new steel-framed ones at H.T. Custer Park.
Knox College names Scott Jones as new chief financial officer and VP for finance
Experienced higher education financial leader from Union College in New York to oversee budgeting, investments, and human resources.
Leslie Allen Van Dolah
Leslie Allen Van Dolah, 92, of Oquawka, died Dec. 11, 2025. Visitation 1-2 p.m., funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17 at Thomas Funeral Home, Oquawka.
Connie L. Healey
Connie L. Healey, 85, of Galesburg, died Dec. 12, 2025. Visitation 10-11 a.m., funeral 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 19 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West, Galesburg.
Jenean Edna Betz
Jenean Edna Betz, 88, of Galesburg, died Dec. 10, 2025. Visitation 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18 & 11 a.m.-noon Friday, Dec. 19; funeral noon Friday at Faith United Methodist.
U.S. 150 near Spoon River Bridge closed at least 72 hours due to stuck oversized load
Knox County Sheriff’s Office says specialized crane needed; detours via I-74 or IL-180/IL-167/U.S. 34.