Earth, Wind and Fire Founder, Maurice White has died.
Maurice White of Earth, Wind & Fire has died at the age of 74. The band’s co-founder, singer and songwriter had been ill for many years with Parkinson’s disease. The group made their mark with hits such
Second suspect arrested in check-writing scheme
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies pulled a driver over for speeding this morning, leading to the arrest of an Abingdon man on a $15,000 forgery warrant.
United Way Director says campaign fell short due to layoffs
A lagging economy with contributing businesses dealing with layoffs and furloughs in 2015 hampered United Way of Knox County’s fundraising efforts.
Galesburg man convicted on gun charges in federal court
A Galesburg man on the hook for gun and drug charges following a 2014 raid into six homes on the eastern end of town has pleaded guilty to a federal gun charge.
Meet February’s KFM Teacher of the Month: Barb Sandstrom
105.3 KFM along with Galesburg Nissan, Tompkins State Bank, Lacky Monuments and Casey’s Party Creations congratulate Barb Sandstrom, a 7th grade science teacher at Lombard Middle School, as February’s KFM Teacher of the Month. Barb was nominated
Illinois, Knox County early voting starts today
Iowa has had their say and New Hampshire will make their choice for the nominees for President of the United States.
Knox College asks community for help preserving Galesburg’s black history
Knox College is the recipient of a $10,700 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities that will help fund an initiative to tell and preserve the history of Galesburg’s African-American heritage.
ROWVA students strive to get young voters registered
Early voting for Illinois primaries begins today and in the past weeks, Knox County Clerk Scott Erickson has been working to boost young voter turnout with the help of local students.
Police: Drive safely this Super Bowl Sunday
If you imbibe this Super Bowl Sunday, do yourself a favor and stay off the road.
