Local News

House resolution passed to honor fallen soldier with highway

May 23, 2017 Local News

A 14 mile stretch of highway that runs north south from Farmington to Canton is one step closer to being named after a local fallen soldier.

Retired instructor Jim Graham receives Sandburg’s Distinguished Service Award

May 22, 2017 Local News

A man who taught political science at Carl Sandburg College for 30 years was honored at the school’s annual commencement exercises last week.

Prairie Players hosting theater intensive at the end of the month

May 22, 2017 Local News

For children and teens interested in theater, the Prairie Players Civic Theater is holding a summer camp of sorts.

205 looks at amendments to 2017 budget

May 22, 2017 Local News

The District 205 School Board have a number of items on the agenda for their regularly scheduled meeting tonight, although it’s the third time they’ve met this month.

Fishing derby this afternoon at Lincoln park

May 21, 2017 Local News

The Galesburg Youth Fishing Derby kicks off today at Lincoln Park on the northern side of town with registration at noon and first casts to start at one. The event has been going on for thirty years

Songbag concert to be held at Sandburg site

May 20, 2017 Local News

The Carl Sandburg State Historic Site is welcoming local singer, songwriter and guitarist Mike Budde tonight for the site’s long-running Songbag concert series.

Vendor Palooza coming up Saturday

May 19, 2017 Local News

A benefit that is going on Saturday to help the Abingdon Fall Festival will feature over two dozen vendors selling crafts, food, and various goods.

Weather Service confirms area tornadoes

May 19, 2017 Local News

The National Weather Service office in the Quad Cities says at least three tornadoes touched down in the region during Wednesday night’s severe weather outbreak, causing plenty of damage and at least one minor injury.