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Kewanee police blotter for Nov. 5

Police responded to a complaint of a noise disturbance in the 100 block of South Grace Avenue. Police responded to a report of street crimes in the 400 block of East Third Street. Police issued a written warning following a traffic stop at Tenth and Main streets. Police assisted a...

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Wings Academy celebrates grand opening with ribbon-cutting ceremony

KEWANEE, Ill. — Educators, community leaders, elected officials and supporters gathered Wednesday, Nov. 4, to celebrate the official opening of Wings Academy during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new school. Among those attending were Illinois State Rep. Travis Weaver, Kewanee Mayor Gary Moore, members of the Kewanee Veterans Council,...

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Wethersfield students celebrate Halloween with costumes and school spirit

***Alisha Chaidez is a participant of The Kewanee Voice Student Journalism Program, funded by the Harry Anderson Memorial Trust. On Friday, Oct. 30, Wethersfield High School celebrated the annual early Halloween parade. The event was held in front of the school, along with Spirit Friday, the first round of playoff football. Multiple staff members dressed in all Titan gear.

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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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Kewanee City Council Meeting Agenda for November 9, 2026

The Kewanee City Council will meet on Monday, November 9, 2026. The meeting will be streamed live on our WKEI “Regional Media News Facebook” page. The agenda and notes from the packet are below. You can find the background information on the agenda items in the “Kewanee City Council packet.”

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Kewanee police to intensify traffic enforcement

Drivers in Kewanee should be sure to obey the traffic laws in the year to come, as the local police department is joining a state program to step up traffic enforcement. “The Kewanee Police Department will conduct additional traffic enforcement from Nov. 2, 2026, through Sept. 2027,” Police Chief Stephen Kijanowski said,” to help reduce crashes and save lives.”

Kewanee, IL · 3d

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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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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

Knox County, IL · 2d

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

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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Kewanee Voice launches 48-hour matching challenge as part of national NewsMatch campaign

KEWANEE — The Kewanee Voice is giving readers a chance to double their impact through a special 48-hour matching challenge made possible by an anonymous donor. A surprise anonymous $250 matching gift became available this week, meaning donations made to The Kewanee Voice during the next 48 hours will be matched dollar for dollar up to $250.

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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.

Peoria, IL · 2d

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Wethersfield highlights National Honor Society service projects

***Madalyn Vershca is a participant of The Kewanee Voice Student Journalism Program, funded by the Harry Anderson Memorial Trust. The Wethersfield High School National Honor Society recently resumed its annual service projects, with members participating in activities that support organizations and residents throughout the community. Each NHS member is required...

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Miss Gold Royalty Pancake Breakfast in Mineral Supports Mental Health Awareness on November 15, 2026

Miss Gold Royalty to Host “Batter Days Ahead” Pancake Breakfast to Support Mental Health Awareness on November 15th. Community members are invited to come together for a good breakfast and an important cause during the “Batter Days Ahead: A Miss Gold Royalty Pancake Breakfast” on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The fundraiser will take place from 8 AM to 11 AM at the Mineral Community Building, located at 146 Main Street in Mineral. Held in observance of Mental Health Awareness, the event is designed to bring the community together while reminding everyone that mental health matters and that no one has to face life’s challenges alone.

Mineral, IL · 1d

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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...

Knox County, IL · 2d

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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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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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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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Project 350 to plant its 1,000th tree

Project 350 will plant its 1,000th tree in Galesburg at 4 p.m. today in Central Park on the Public Square. The tree will be a 10-foot Norway spruce. The planting is open to the public, and organizers invite attendees to bring a shovel or spade. Attendees may also want to bring an umbrella.

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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, […]