Local News

Planning and zoning approves complete reconstruction of Arby’s

February 17, 2016 Local News

The Galesburg Arby’s location will soon begin a complete rebuild.

Knoxville entrepreneur eyes resurrection of historic St. Mary’s Chapel

February 16, 2016 Local News

Spearheaded by businessman Keith Vaughn, the defunct St. Mary’s Chapel in the historic district of Knoxville could soon have new life breathed into it.

Knoxville school board moves forward with cash bonds for air conditioning

February 16, 2016 Local News

The Knoxville school board is considering the purchase of around $350,000 in working cash bonds to purchase air conditioning for Mable Woolsey Elementary School.

Maryland man arrested in Knox County sexual exploitation case

February 16, 2016 Local News

A Maryland man accused of sexual solicitation of a minor in Knox County is in police custody.

Murder charges filed against former nursing home worker

February 16, 2016 Local News

The Knox County State’s Attorney’s Office filed murder charges today against a former nursing home employee for his involvement in the battery of an elderly resident.

Bradley University names Oneida native as new crime prevention officer

February 16, 2016 Local News

PEORIA, Ill. (AP) — Bradley University has chosen a 24-year U.S. Army veteran and Oneida native to be the campus’ new crime prevention officer.

Galesburg council gambles on farm land bids

February 16, 2016 Local News

Galesburg was set to lose out on $35,000 if they renewed their farm lease on a portion of city-owned land with Triple T Farms.

Knoxville moves forward with new $550,000 sewage lift station

February 16, 2016 Local News

Following a lengthy discussion, Knoxville City Council last night approved moving forward with a $550,000 plan to build a new sewage lift station.

City Council approves landmark designation for historic home

February 15, 2016 Local News

When David Jones moved to Galesburg in the summer of 2012, he was looking for an older home with character.

Police arrest one in Friday meth bust

February 15, 2016 Local News

A Galesburg man is held on $50,000 bond after a police investigation led to the discovery of a meth cook Friday morning in an East South Street basement.