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Pet dies in morning fire in Galesburg
One pet died in a house fire in Galesburg this morning, according to a news release from the Galesburg Fire Department. Galesburg firefighters responded to a structure fire in the 900 block of Hawkinson Avenue on Sunday, April 28 at 9:04 a.m. The response included all three stations and the 11 personnel on duty. When […]
Galesburg firefighter of the year chosen
The Galesburg Fire Department (GFD) has chosen Captain Matthew Cain as the 2023 Firefighter of the Year. The annual GFD Firefighter of the Year award recognizes significant contributions, achievements, character, and dedication of a firefighter or fire captain, according to a city release Friday. Selection is based on criteria including skills and ability as a firefighter, performance of duties, motivation, teamwork, leadership, and professionalism.
Touch a Truck next week at Lake Storey in Galesburg
GALESBURG, Ill. (WMBD) — Galesburg’s Parks and Recreation Department will host the annual Touch a Truck community event on Wednesday, May 1 at the Lake Storey Pavilion. The event, which will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m., will feature a plethora of exciting vehicles for kids to see and explore, including fire trucks, police cars, the WQAD Beast weather vehicle, lift trucks, tractors, a race car, and Ms. Mariposa’s butterfly bus.
On the market: 5-bedroom Galesburg home built in 1916 has original woodwork
Address: 409 N. Cherry St., Galesburg Description: This five-bedroom, two-bathroom brick home built in 1916 has hardwood floors, original woodwork and beveled windows throughout. Main floor bedroom with adjacent half bath. The wood staircase has unique detail. The third floor has a finished space that could be a private master bedroom (non-conforming). The full basement has an additional sink, toilet and shower. The home has an enclosed porch. The one-car garage has an attached awning. The home...
Graham Health System continues Galesburg expansion; city to get first south side clinic
Bob Senneff jokes that Graham Health System should be called Seminary Street Health Care. Because with two existing clinics and more on the way, the Canton-based, non-profit provider will soon have a presence along that thoroughfare from the city’s south side to the far north. Senneff, President and CEO...
Galesburg Public Library returns with new location
GALESBURG, Ill (KWQC) - The Galesburg Public Library is returning to the community. According to officials, the new library is located at 264 W Main St. The library returned April. 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. According to officials, a team of volunteers will offer tours on April. 27,...
Merger plans announced between parent companies of Midwest Bank and Princeville State Bank
PEORIA (25News Now) - The parent company of Princeville State Bank is merging with the owner of Midwest Bank, which has branches in East Peoria and Galesburg. Princeville State Bank’s parent company, Main Street Bancorp, Inc., will become a part of Western Illinois Bancshares, Inc., in an all-stock transaction, according to a news release.
Agency on Aging seeks applicants for grant-funded services
Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging (WIAAA) will release a competitive request for proposal on May 6 for Title III grant-funded services for transportation, nutrition services (congregate and home delivered meals), legal services, and caregiver services to be furnished in one or more of these counties: Bureau, Henderson, Henry, Knox, LaSalle, McDonough, Mercer, Putnam, Rock Island, and Warren, according to a news release.
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