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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 […]
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...
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,...
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.
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.
Get your recipes ready for Aledo’s Rhubarb Fest coming up June 7-8
ALEDO, Ill. (KWQC) -Rhubarb Fest is a whole lot more than delicious pie. It’s two days filled with fun in historic downtown Aledo, awarded the title Rhubarb Capital of Illinois in 2007 by the state’s General Assembly. This unique event is a celebration of all things rhubarb and...
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