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On the market: Remodeled 4-bedroom Galesburg-area home has private dock and boat lift
Description: This completely remodeled four-bedroom, two-bathroom home at Oak Run in the Brentwood subdivision includes a private dock and boat lift, upper and lower composite decks along with additional yard space leading to the water. It was built in 1984. The house has new fits and finishes throughout, with complete bathroom remodels on each level. Designer finishes and touches. There's a woodburning fireplace in the great room, which also has vaulted ceilings. The home has a detached, two-car garage, plus attached storage on the lower level of the house. HOA services included: clubhouse, lake rights, play area, pool and tennis courts.
Police report: More details released after man enters Galesburg High School after being denied access
GALESBURG, Ill. — More details have emerged after a man was escorted out of Galesburg Junior Senior High School last week. On Monday, April 22, 22-year-old Andre Odom allegedly followed students into the high school's main entrance when the doors were unlocked during a passing period. According to a police report obtained by News 8, Odom went to the front office and told staff he wanted to enroll in school and earn his GED.
Couple to restore historic Galesburg home to former glory
A couple is working to restore a historic Galesburg home to its former glory. The home, originally owned by W. S. Purington in the 1890’s, figures into Galesburg’s rich history. Purington was the co-owner of the Purington Brick Company in Galesburg, which was once the largest producer of brick pavers in the world, in the early 1900’s. The home has since been a designated landmark by the City of Galesburg Landmark Commission. The new owners of the historical home say they want the community to benefit from their restorations.
Softball Game Preview: Princeville on Home-Turf
The Princeville Princes will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Deer Creek-Mackinaw Chiefs at 4:30 p.m. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Princeville comes in on three and Deer Creek-Mackinaw on six. Princeville's pitching crew heads into the...
Galesburg Beer Fest, farmers markets and more: 13 things to do in the area
The first weekend of May means it's time for the "greatest two minutes in sports." If you're not inclined to watching the Kentucky Derby, there are several events going on in the Galesburg area that may interest you. Here are some things we found:. G-ALES-Burg Beer Fest. What: The G-ALES-Burg...
Cute, little Kewanee boutique sells fashions online, on the road, and on the farm
KEWANEE, Ill. (KWQC) -Little Moo Boutique is an online boutique that offers cute, modern styles and accessories for women and girls. The business also has a brick and mortar location at the family farm east of Kewanee off Osceola Road. It is open open two days a week. The store hours are Thursday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Many Paths: Galesburg needs more housing options sooner than later
Last July, the Galesburg City Council approved the commission of a study to assess the housing needs in our community. It was originally projected to take nine months so hopefully we should be getting the results in the near future. Before we even get the report I am sure of...
Hope Initiative hands outs 43,000 pounds of turkey Wednesday in Galesburg, runs out
GALESBURG, Ill. — UPDATE:. In just two and a half hours, Hope Initiative gave all 43,000 pounds of frozen turkey to 435 cars. At its longest, the line of cars stretched for 12 blocks. It all came from a "bonus shipment" of surplus food. Organizer Vanessa Rekash said it's...
It's officially farmers market season
Alyson Sturgis bakes outside the box. “Most of the things I do are a little bit of a twist,” Sturgis said. “I have peanut butter miso cookies. I have London fog scones.”. She also offers everything from sourdough loaves to freshly milled flour. Sturgis is the owner of...
Pet dies in Galesburg house fire
GALESBURG, Ill. — The Galesburg Fire Department responded to a structure fire Sunday morning at the 900 block of Hawkinson Avenue. Firefighters responded to a single-family residence fire. Upon arrival, first responders encountered smoke and flames coming from a window. Crews entered the home from the rear and extinguished the fire.
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