Timetable set for hiring of next Dist. 202 superintendent
A timetable has been set for the search and hiring of the next superintendent for District 202 at a special meeting last night.
Former Monmouth College President Haywood dies at 94
The 10th president of Monmouth College, Bruce Haywood passed away on Tuesday, January 7th at home in his sleep at the age of 94.
Indianapolis duo get another continuance for 2018 Walgreen’s robbery
A pair from Indianapolis have had their federal case, accusing them of robbing the Fremont Street Walgreen’s in Galesburg at gunpoint in 2018, continued once again last month.
City receives another Lead Hazard Remediation Grant.
Galesburg residents, especially households in which a child has tested positive for elevated lead blood levels, are strongly encouraged to apply for the next round of the Lead Hazard Remediation Grant.
Monmouth awards grant money to businesses
Aldermen for the City of Monmouth approved the disbursement of TIF money to two downtown businesses last night.
Nearly 13 year sentence in 1980s sexual abuse case
A 71-year-old man, who was facing sexual assault charges from the 1980s when he was a foster parent, was sentenced last week to 12 years and 8 months in the Department of Corrections.
Galesburg alderman approve agreement to revise street department renovation
Galesburg City Council approved the amending of a professional services agreement for renovating the city’s street division facilities.
Monmouth President appointed to Illinois Board of Higher Ed
Monmouth College President Clarence Wyatt is getting a new title, member of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
Silas Wilard damaged by gunfire
Silas Willard Elementary school was reportedly damaged by gunfire Sunday night.
Bustos Urges Public Input on Rural Infrastructure
Last week, 17th District Congresswoman Cheri Bustos urged rural communities across Illinois to make their voices heard on rural transportation.