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New emergency alert system for McDonough County

McDonough County is transitioning to a new emergency alert system designed to save money and provide a more user-friendly platform. “As everything is going up in price, we looked for something similar at a cheaper price,” said Edgar Rodriguez, Director of the McDonough County Emergency Services and Disaster Agency. “The old system was about $11,500 a year. With this one, we are reducing it to $9,000 a year for a five-year period.”

Mcdonough County, IL · 19h

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Former HHS star Powell signs with Western Illinois

Former Hopkinsville High School shortstop Gavin Powell signed a letter-of-intent Wednesday to continue his baseball career at Western Illinois University. Powell told WHOP Sports on Wednesday night that he will play his final season at Rend Lake, Ill., this spring and join the Leathernecks in the fall of 2027. Western Illinois is a Division-1 school that plays in the Ohio Valley Conference.

Hopkinsville, KY · 1d

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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 · 22h

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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 · 1d

The Register-Mail

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

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Monmouth Old Home Association Hosting Holiday Tour December 5th

Mark those Calendars for a wonderful Holiday Tour of Homes presented by the Monmouth Old Home Association! Saturday December 5th from 3:00 till 7:00pm, we present 5 spectacular vintage homes decked out for the Holiday Season. You may have driven past these gracious homes and wondered about them. This is your chance to peek inside at the marvelous architecture and history as we revive this seasonal tradition. Come join us as we journey through Christmas past and present.

Monmouth, IL · 21h

The Register-Mail

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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A-Town Tornado Winter Sports Teams Will Try and Match the Success of Fall Sports

Abingdon-Avon junior James Shuey’s run at the IHSA Cross Country State Finals in Peoria on Saturday brought an end to the fall sports season for the A-Town Tornadoes. Shuey placed 151st out of 260 total runners. Shuey is the first A-Town cross country runner to make the IHSA finals for head coach Barry Mink.

Abingdon, IL · 2d

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Monmouth College’s Tyla Mattson Wins Elite 20 Award at MWC Volleyball Tournament

MONMOUTH, ILL. (11/10/2026) Monmouth College junior Tyla Mattson (Morton, Illinois) was honored with the Elite 20 Award for volleyball before the Fighting Scots Midwest Conference tournament game against Illinois College on Tuesday. This is Monmouth’s first Elite 20 Award in volleyball since Karlie Drish won in 2021. Each year,...

Monmouth, IL · 1d

The Register-Mail

Hy-Vee says its Holiday Meal Deal feeds 10 people for less than $35

Hy-Vee is offering a holiday meal deal designed to feed 10 people for less than $35 through Dec. 24. The updated Hy-Vee Holiday Meal Deal costs less than $3.50 per person and includes 26 items, according to a community announcement. Hy-Vee said it lowered the price from a previously announced $39 offer. The deal is available in stores and online from Nov. 2 through Dec. 24. What's included in the Hy-Vee Holiday Meal Deal The Holiday Meal Deal includes: Hy-Vee frozen turkey, up to 12 pounds Three 14.5-ounce cans of Hy-Vee cut green beans Three 15.25-ounce cans of Hy-Vee whole kernel golden corn One 10.5-ounce can of Hy-Vee cream of mushroom soup One 6-ounce bag of Hy-Vee salted crispy onions Two 8.5-ounce boxes of Hy-Vee corn muffin mix One 5-pound bag of Hy-Vee One Step russet potatoes One 12-ounce bag of Ocean Spray fresh cranberries Three fresh sweet potatoes One 10-ounce bag of Hy-Vee mini marshmallows Two packets of Hy-Vee gravy mix Two 6-ounce boxes of Hy-Vee stuffing mix One 15-ounce can of Hy-Vee pumpkin One 12-ounce can of Hy-Vee evaporated milk Hy-Vee frozen pie crust One 8-ounce container of Hy-Vee Original whipped topping One 12-count package of Hy-Vee Brown

Galesburg, IL · 3d

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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 · 22h

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Women's Basketball Recap - November 11

ST. LOUIS - Three Eastern Illinois players scored in double figures led by Ava Stoller's 18 points, but Saint Louis held the Panthers to 26 percent shooting in the final quarter to escape with a 64-58 win over EIU. For the second straight game, EIU held a slight lead after...

Charleston, IL · 1d

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Galesburg Community Schools names 1st woman superintendent

The Galesburg Community Unit School District is making history with its incoming superintendent. Sheila Coussens-Martin has been named superintendent of Galesburg Community Unit School District 205, becoming the first woman to lead the district. She will assume the position on July 1, 2027. She earned a master's degree in education in 2006, an educational specialist degree in 2015 and a doctorate in educational leadership in 2019 from Western Illinois University. All three degrees focusing on educational administration.

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Arts Center’s Great Bowls of Soup fundraiser set for Nov. 12

The Galesburg Arts Center’s 18th annual Great-Great-GREAT Bowls of Soup fundraiser will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. Very Important Bowl ticket holders may enter at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 for standard admission and $65 for early access. Each ticket includes a flight of...

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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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.

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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