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Full Shelter Sparks Call for Local Adoptions

As kennels are filling up and space is becoming limited, the Knox County Humane Society is taking steps to encourage adoptions by waiving fees, shares Executive Director Erin Buckmaster:. “We are extremely full at the shelter, like every other shelter in the United States. We have some wonderful pets there....

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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On the market: Galesburg home has two fireplaces and a screened porch

Address: 237 Park Lane Drive, Galesburg Property description: This five-bedroom, five-bathroom (three full and two half) Colonial style home built in 1924 is on a tree-lined private street. It has 4,050 square feet of living space and a formal entry foyer. The living room includes built-ins and a gas fireplace. There is a formal dining room, an attached screened-in porch and a private library/office. The main floor also includes a family room with a vaulted ceiling, a second gas fireplace, built-in cabinetry, seating and a wet bar. The kitchen has wood-beamed ceilings. The second floor has two-three bedrooms (one non-conforming), a full bathroom, and a primary suite with a custom bathroom complete with jetted tub, separate shower and walk-in dressing room. The third floor has two additional bedrooms, a cedar-lined closet and another full bathroom. Outside is a built-in grill and island, a covered patio area, a four-car garage, a shed and an additional tree-filled lot. Updates include fresh exterior paint, upstairs air conditioning and a tankless water heater. The brick home with vinyl siding has attic storage. An annual association fee includes grounds maintenance, road maintenance, play area, tennis courts and snow removal. Asking price: $319,900 Listing agent: Cassie

Galesburg, IL · 17h

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Galesburg High School play among things to do in Galesburg Nov. 13-15

Galesburg High School students will present “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” this weekend at the Hegg Performing Arts Center. Performances are at 7 p.m. Nov. 13-14 and 2 p.m. Nov. 15. More than 30 students are in the cast, with additional students on the crew, led by technical...

Galesburg, IL · 7h

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Galesburg shifts to monthly winter yard waste pickup

Galesburg will reduce yard waste pickup to once a month in December, January and February, with three designated collection periods scheduled through early 2027. The winter schedule begins Dec. 7-11, according to a community announcement from the city of Galesburg. The remaining collection periods are Jan. 4-8 and Feb. 1-5. Residents should put yard waste out on their regular refuse pickup date during the designated collection period. The city normally collects yard waste each week from March through November on residents' regular refuse collection dates. Yard waste includes leaves, grass, shrub clippings, garden waste, brush and woody material. Residents should place the material in a paper yard waste bag or a trash container designated for yard waste. Tree limbs must be tied with degradable twine and measure less than 5 feet long and no more than 5 inches in diameter. Bundles may weigh no more than 50 pounds. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Galesburg Register-Mail: Galesburg shifts to monthly winter yard waste pickup

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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New owners will close Hanna City’s Coffee Can

The Coffee Can coffee shop in Hanna City is scheduled to close permanently after its second shutdown, with its final day of operation set for Friday, November 13.

Hanna City, IL · 1d

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Live portraiture class among 9 things to do around Galesburg

The weekend brings a portraiture class with a live model, an author meet and greet and dinosaur activities for children, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Galesburg area. Wendy Dispennette: Awakening Innocence What: See the art exhibit on the second floor R.A.I.L. Gallery. There will be a reception fro 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Nov. 21 during Merry Market. When: Nov. 13 – Dec. 19 Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg Cost: Free Leap into Leaves What: Learn about fall leaves, why they change color and what determines their colors. Donations are accepted to support nature programs. Pre-registration is recommended but not required. When: 9:30 – 11 a.m. Nov. 14 Where: Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road, Galesburg, Cost: Free Live Model Session: Portraiture class What: Join Ana for this second Portrait in Oil class for additional practice with a live model. Practice a unique portrait and explore contrasts and differences from our first model. The “Portrait in Oil” ticket includes all materials: brushes, oil paint, easel, palette and primed surface to work on. This session is also open to artists who will bring their own drawing or painting materials. If

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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The Budget-Friendly Illinois Town Where Retirees Live Comfortably On Social Security Alone

Nobody put Kewanee, Illinois on a billboard, and honestly, that’s exactly why it’s still worth talking about. It’s the kind of town that rewards curiosity, and if you’re an Illinois resident who’s been quietly watching your expenses climb while your patience shrinks, this place deserves your full attention.

Kewanee, IL · 5d

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Health administrator who guided Peoria County’s COVID 19 response resigns

PEORIA (25News Now) - Monica Hendrickson, the longtime administrator of the Peoria City/County Health Department who helped lead the region through the COVID-19 pandemic, has resigned. A county official said Hendrickson submitted her resignation on Monday, Nov. 2. The resignation was accepted Thursday, Nov. 12. A special meeting of the...

Peoria County, IL · 3h

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Galesburg school to open 1986 time capsule

A time capsule sealed inside the original walls of Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School in Galesburg in 1986 will soon be opened for the community. The public opening is scheduled for Nov. 19 at 6 p.m., according to a community announcement. The event will take place in the King Elementary School lobby, 1018 S. Farnham St., Galesburg. Former students, staff, families and community members are invited to attend and see what was placed inside the capsule nearly 40 years ago. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Galesburg Register-Mail: Galesburg school to open 1986 time capsule

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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Monmouth College Football Heads to Knox for Turkey Bowl Saturday

It’s Turkey Bowl week, and the Monmouth College Fighting Scots are heading to Galesburg Saturday looking to keep the Bronze Turkey in Monmouth for another year. Monmouth has won the last 26 meetings against Knox heading into the 137th annual Turkey Bowl. The Scots improved to 7-2 overall and...

Monmouth, IL · 1d

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Galesburg coaches, activities directors get pay boost under new formula

The Galesburg District 205 School Board approved pay increases for coaches, sponsors and activities directors Monday night. Under the new formula, pay for athletics would increase by $75,295, and activities stipends would cost $11,702 more. The new pay formula is based on a $42,000 base salary multiplied by an assignment percentage.

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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Heritage Tractor Announces Relocation of Monmouth Store to New Facility in Spring 2027

Heritage Tractor has announced plans to relocate its Monmouth dealership to an upgraded, expanded facility located at 800 Access Road A in Monmouth, IL, opening in the spring of 2027. Less than three miles north of the current store, just off Highway 34, the move represents a significant investment in...

Monmouth, IL · 2d

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Students, veteran share Veterans Day message at Wethersfield ceremony

KEWANEE — Two high school students and a veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan brought the message of Veterans Day to the Kewanee Veterans Council’s annual observance held Wednesday at Wethersfield High School. Each year the KVC asks Kewanee and Wethersfield high schools to select a senior...

Kewanee, IL · 1d

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Maddy Stephens Sparks A 5-0 Run, But Illini Bluffs' State Semifinal Is Still A BATTLE

Detroit Tigers logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Illini Bluffs is going for it all, locked in a brutal Illinois High School Association Class 1A volleyball state semifinal clash against Athens right now at CEFCU Arena. […]

Glasford, IL · 12h

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Abilities Plus honors award winners at annual banquet

About 160 supporters of Abilities Plus gathered Oct. 28 at the Annawan Banquet Center for the organization’s annual awards banquet. The event celebrates another year of service to individuals with developmental delays and disabilities in Henry and Stark counties. Award recipients included Darian Snyder of Geneseo, Achiever of the...

Henry County, IL · 1d

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And the Winner of the Halloween Coloring Contest is…

The 2026 Regional Media Halloween Coloring Contest results are in! Presented by Ahearn & Associates Medical Center. A special thank you goes out to our Pizza sponsor, Pizza Hut. And thank you to our supporting sponsors, State Bank of Toulon and Mercado La Concepcion. We would like to thank all...

Kewanee, IL · 1d

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Galva couple’s artistic legacy returns to where it all began

The works of husband-and-wife artists Vivian Headland and Helen Lapan Headland are being remembered and honored in their hometown. The pair married in 1919 and lived in both Galva and Rock Island, leaving their artistic legacy in both communities. Recently, their work has returned to where it began. A couple...

Galva, IL · 12h

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Attend a musical, shop a holiday market, raise funds for area pets and more | Dani's Weekend Rundown for Nov. 12-15

QUAD CITIES — The weekend is approaching quickly, and there are plenty of fun events across the greater Quad Cities region. Get involved with a great cause or find something fun for the entire family. There's a lot to consider in this edition of Dani's Weekend Rundown. Have an...

Davenport, IA · 1d

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Illini Bluffs, Tri-Valley ready for state volleyball experience

NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — One is a first timer at state, the other a two-timer. Both are small central Illinois schools ready to make a big impression at the state volleyball tournament Friday. Illini Bluffs plays at state for the only the second time in school history. The school with fewer than 250 students will […]

Glasford, IL · 21h

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Kewanee Church of Peace Revives Holiday Cheeseball Fundraiser Through December 1, 2026

Kewanee Church of Peace Bringing Back Popular Cheeseball Fundraiser for the Holidays. Back by popular demand! The Kewanee Church of Peace is once again offering its popular cheeseball fundraiser, giving area residents a delicious way to stock up for the holidays while supporting the church. Cheeseballs are $8 each and...

Kewanee, IL · 22h

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