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The Register-Mail

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On the market: Galesburg Craftsman has a swimming pool, stone patio

Address: 1015 N. Prairie St., Galesburg Property description: This four-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom Craftsman brick home on a corner lot on one of Galesburg's historic brick streets has had only two owners in 71 years. Built in 1927, the home has 3,370 square feet in four levels of living space. The front porch leads to a formal entryway featuring woodwork, archways and the original crystal chandelier. The living room has a woodburning fireplace and French doors that lead to a sunroom. A formal dining room is just off the living room. The kitchen has wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a built-in breakfast nook and a back staircase. The second floor includes four bedrooms, an updated full bathroom, storage and a walkout balcony. The third-floor space, with ceiling beams and an open layout could function as a family room, recreation space or an additional bedroom. The finished lower level has recreation areas, a kitchenette-style laundry space and storage. Outside, the private backyard includes a stone patio, an above-ground swimming pool, mature landscaping and space for gardening. There is a circular driveway and a detached three-stall garage. Asking price: $339,000 Listing agent: Ellie Pinzarrone, Century 21 Tucker Swanson, 309-343-6121 About this series

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Jury trial approaching in murder of disabled Galesburg woman by caregiver

The Knox County State’s Attorney’s Office will be able to use Facebook comments, crime scene photographs, a cell phone photograph, and a 911 call at the upcoming trial for a Galesburg man accused of killing his disabled partner, who could not walk and relied on him for care.

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A tribute to a veteran among things to do in Galesburg

A Korean War veteran and former member of the Galesburg City Council will be honored Tuesday, Nov. 11 on Veterans Day. A tribute to Lomac Payton will be held in the Graham Health System S+T Center Atrium beginning at 6 p.m. Payton will be honored for his decades of service,...

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A note from our publisher: Help sustain local news in Galesburg and Knox County

After our community lost the Register-Mail as we knew it, a small group of us began talking about ways to strengthen local news in Galesburg and Knox County and keep our community connected. Those conversations led to Galesburg Community News. We wanted GCN to offer another way for people to stay informed about the decisions, events and stories shaping life here. In our first year, readers showed us how much they value this work.

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Monmouth City Council Approves Prairie Hills Land Bank Membership Renewal

In a five to one vote, Monmouth City Council has approved their renewal of membership with Prairie Hills Land Bank, which the City joined last year, reports City Administrator Lou Leone:. “The Prairie Hills Land Bank in this last year has been helping us work on some technical assistance related...

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Hard Freeze With Lows in the 20s Friday Night Ends the Growing Season for Peoria, Springfield, Galesburg, and the Quad Cities This Weekend

PEORIA, Ill. — A hard freeze is on the way for much of Illinois this weekend. Friday night will be the coldest, with lows in the 20s across the northern half of the state. Saturday night will bring lows in the low 30s, followed by the mid 30s on Sunday night. The freeze will officially end the growing season across the state.

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Galesburg Chamber’s 48th Thanksgiving Luncheon to Honor Thomas B. Herring Award Recipient

On Monday, November 23rd, the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce will host their 48th Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon at the Lake Storey Pavilion beginning at 11:30 am, where the Thomas B. Herring Award Recipient will also be honored, shares Executive Director Pam Gaither:. “Everybody loves a Thanksgiving feast, so we always...

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Donate old computers, laptops or phones at Knox County digital device collection

Give your old computers, phones, laptops or tablets a new purpose by donating them during the Knox County Extension Office’s Digital Device Collection from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 16-20 at the Knox County Extension Office, 180 S. Soangetaha Road, Suite 108, Galesburg, a news release says. Through a partnership with the Illinois Tech Reuse Network, […]

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The Register-Mail

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Tough decision looms regarding old Knox County Courthouse | Opinion

The Knox County Board will be deciding the fate of our 1887 Courthouse by the end of this year. I have noted that the local residents of Knox County have frequently opined about the demolition of older buildings like homes, a fire station and that great Burlington Route Depot on Seminary Street. And now potentially, the old Knox County Courthouse. I certainly can agree that the Depot should have never been torn down – it would have made a great National RR Hall of fame. However, from my standpoint, I have frequently stated: how do you pay to keep all these historical buildings viable? I have an emotional connection to the old courthouse. I had a much larger emotional connection to the Seminary St. Burlington Route Depot. As of this writing, I know that the County Board will make a decision as to the fate of the courthouse. More: Many Paths: Spending $2M on Standish Park isn't enough | Opinion The citizens need to understand the financial impact of that decision. Most won’t. It’s the old adage of thinking with your heart versus your head. First and foremost, to me, it makes no sense for the county board to make

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Quality Roofing Pro Named 2026 Top-Rated Roofing Contractor

Quality Roofing Pro has been named a 2026 Top-Rated Roofing Contractor by the American Roofing Contractors Organization. The recognition follows an independent evaluation of public records and third-party data, assessing factors such as licensing, compliance, operational history and stability, and customer outcomes. Co-Owner Felicia Shawler says the honor reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to its customers:

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Presale Ticket Winners for BREAKING BENJAMIN in Peoria

The Laser congratulates our winners of concert tickets for the Breaking Benjamin tour coming to Peoria:. They were drawn at random from all who had signed-up at thelaseronline.com. They each won a pair of tickets before they even went on sale for Breaking Benjamin as they take over the Peoria Civic Center Arena on February 22, 2027, with Starset, P.O.D., and Filter. For ticket info, click here.

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Monmouth College Football Returns Home for Senior Day Against Grinnell

The Monmouth College Fighting Scots football team is back home Saturday for Senior Day after picking up another dominant win in Midwest Conference play. Monmouth improved to 6-2 overall and 6-0 in the conference with a 54-7 win over Illinois College in Jacksonville. The Scots scored 48 unanswered points after trailing 7-6 at the end of the first quarter, with quarterback Silas Braun throwing for a career-high 382 yards and five touchdowns.

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County expects slight dip in property tax rate

Knox County Board Chairman Jared Hawkinson expects the county’s property tax rate to continue its downward trend. In addition to presenting a $122 million tentative budget for 2027, the County Board voted Oct. 28 to post the county’s estimated property tax rate and projected equalized assessed valuation. The...

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Illinois Farm Bureau Collegiate Discussion Meet Winner and Place Holders

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Sidney Stiers, of Williamsfield, took first place in Illinois Farm Bureau’s Collegiate Discussion Meet, held on Oct. 30. Stiers, a sophomore at the University of Illinois, is a member of the Knox County Farm Bureau and the University of Illinois Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter. She will go on to represent Illinois in the national Collegiate Discussion Meet at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference March 12-15, 2027, in New Orleans.

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