Galesburg Council partakes in mock tornado scenario
The “Burgnado” has touched down in Galesburg. That’s the mock scenario that City Council took part in last night, prior to their regularly scheduled meeting.
Durbin commends Galesburg and Bustos’ lead response, sponsoring housing bill
Galesburg officials and Rep. Cheri Bustos deserve credit for their response to elevated levels of lead in Knox County children’s blood according to Sen. Dick Durbin.
Clinton Foundation to lay framework for Knox County health program tomorrow
In January, the Clinton Foundation announced Knox County as one of six communities across the country that will be part of a healthy-living initiative. Tomorrow, area leaders and stakeholders are meeting to start the process.
Run Galesburg Run breaks records for 5th anniversary
When over 723 runners stepped off just after 7 a.m. at yesterday’s Run Galesburg Run they found ideal conditions for the event.
Sen. Dick Durbin delivers address at Knox College Commencement
The Knox College Class of 2016 graduated yesterday on the campus’ south lawn at the school’s 171st Commencement.
Local emergency management agency to hold safety education presentation tomorrow
The Galesburg/Knox County Emergency Management Agency is holding an educational presentation and mock tornado scenario ahead of tomorrow’s Galesburg City Council meeting.
Assessor replacement hits council agenda tomorrow
Galesburg aldermen are expected to vote on the replacement of outgoing Township Assessor Darrell Lovell tomorrow night.
Galesburg officials dispute allegations of “cheating” water lead tests
Galesburg city officials are pushing back against an article from U.K. newspaper The Guardian which names Galesburg as one of 33 U.S. cities which have “cheated” on testing for lead in water.
More than $10,000 reported stolen from El Jarochito restaurant
The owner of El Jarochito reported $10,200 stolen from his business Wednesday, the third theft reported at the restaurant and grocer in less than five years.
Library and 205 extend agreement to provide all students library cards
Last year, Galesburg Public Library Director Harriet Zipfel contacted District 205 about providing library cards to students who live outside Galesburg city limits.