Longtime Galesburg arborist, tree advocate honored with tree in Standish Park
A small group of family, friends and co-workers gathered in Standish Park on blustery Friday, April 12, 2024, for a tree-planting ceremony in honor of former Galesburg city arborist Gary “Pee Wee” Johnson. (JAY REDFERN/WGIL) One of
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist to speak at Knox College commencement; ‘Harley’ will receive honorary degree
Maria Hinojosa, known for informing the public about the changing cultural and political landscape in America and abroad, will deliver the main address at Knox College Commencement on Sunday, June 9, 2024. A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist will receive
‘Off to the Races!’ Kentucky-Derby themed running event is coming to downtown Galesburg
A Kentucky-Derby themed running/walking event is coming to downtown Galesburg later this month. The inaugural Off to the Races! 5K/1M is set for 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 27. Sponsored by the Downtown Community Partnership of Galesburg, the
O.J. Simpson dies after battle with cancer at age 76
O.J. Simpson — NFL football star, and controversial, high-profile subject of one of the most famous murder trials of all time — has died at age 76. Las Vegas outlet Local10.com had reported earlier this year that
See the trailer for ‘The Idea of You’ starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine
Prime Video shared the official trailer for ‘The Idea of You’ featuring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine, posting on X: “when the last thing you expect becomes the only thing you want #TheIdeaOfYouOnPrime, May 2” The Idea
Halle Bailey shares video for her latest song, ‘In Your Hands’
Halle Bailey has shared the video for her new single, “In Your Hands.” Says Halle of the song: “‘In Your Hands’ is an incredibly special song to me. It’s basically a message about fighting for a love
The Kid Laroi to embark on 2024 North American tour
The Kid Laroi will embark on a run of shows in North America as part of his ‘The First Time Tour.’ The 31-date North American leg kicks off on Saturday, May 18th in Vancouver at Doug Mitchell