Local News

Asplund discusses the new school year – his first in 205

August 14, 2017 Local News

On Tuesday classes start at District 205, and while it’ll be the first day for many students in new grades – even new schools – it’ll be the first day for Dr. John Asplund as Superintendent.

Galesburg to host Illinois election commission conference in September

August 14, 2017 Local News

The heads of election commissions across the state will convene in Galesburg for a conference next month.

205 Board of Education to consider approval of mental health pilot program

August 14, 2017 Local News

District 205’s Board of Education will consider the approval of an agreement with Bridgeway for a pilot program of Mental Health Services for Lombard Middle School at tonight’s meeting.

Concern for Galesburg and Knoxville school funding if AV override fails

August 13, 2017 Local News

The Illinois Senate on Sunday took the first step towards overriding Gov. Bruce Rauner’s amendatory veto of SB1, the bill that would fund Illinois schools under a new evidence based model.

Asplund says 205 is looking into solar power opportunities

August 13, 2017 Local News

Newly hired District 205 Superintendent Dr. John Asplund is getting ready to start his tenure with Galesburg where he says he wants to spend a lot time listening to the concerns of parents and make changes based

JT’s Carmel Korn Station finds its ideal location in downtown Galesburg

August 12, 2017 Local News

One of the newest stops that’s popped up in downtown Galesburg is JT’s Carmel Korn Station.

Applebee’s to close restaurants nationwide

August 11, 2017 Local News

The parent company of a casual dining restaurant with a location in Galesburg is planning on closing stores as sales continue to decline. A press release from, and a conference call with, California-based Dine Equity indicates that

Court records: plea deal in child porn case rejected

August 11, 2017 Local News

The case of a Galesburg man facing felony child pornography-related charges starts all over, after a Knox County judge did something not all that common in local cases – rejected the plea deal. Knox County Circuit Court

Police seize large amount of pot

August 11, 2017 Local News

Galesburg Police and Knox County Circuit Court records indicate a Galesburg man faces felony drug charges after he allegedly had 20 pounds of marijuana in his possession a week ago. Records indicate 34-year-old John Thielbert faces Class-X

John Curtis announces a second run for the 93rd District seat

August 11, 2017 Local News

John Curtis, a teacher, farmer and small business owner from Macomb is throwing his hat in the ring for another shot to represent part of Knox County in Springfield.