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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....

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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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Two downtown Burlington commercial parcels will go up for auction tomorrow

Two downtown Burlington commercial parcels will go up for auction tomorrow, offering buyers the choice between buildings with established businesses, and a historically significant property that’s open for change. The HawkEye reports that the live online auction is scheduled for 11 a.m. The two parcels in the 500 block of Jefferson Street will be offered separately. The current owner says said considerable investment has gone into the buildings, including structural work at the rear of the properties and renovations to the occupied commercial spaces.Some prospective buyers are attracted to buildings with operating businesses, while others have ideas for starting something new in the building that is currently vacant.

Burlington, IA · 3d

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Planned Power Outage Scheduled in Mediapolis

Residents in the Mediapolis area are being advised of a planned power outage scheduled for Thursday night into Friday morning. According to a notice shared by Mediapolis News and posted by KILJ Radio, Alliant Energy has scheduled an outage to perform maintenance on its Mediapolis substation. Power is expected to...

Mediapolis, IA · 1d

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$15 billion steel project moves forward in Lee County

Plans for a massive $15 billion southeast Iowa steel plant project that will bring thousands of jobs to Lee County are a step closer to reality. The Lee County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved this week a term sheet setting the framework for local tax and community benefit payments for the Mesabi Metallics steel project, which is expected to be the largest integrated steel complex in U.S. history.

Lee County, IA · 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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County approves term sheet with Mesabi

LEE COUNTY – The Lee County Board of Supervisors put their stamp on an incentive package that was discussed last week to spur construction on a $15 billion steel plant in Lee County. The board approved the term sheet with a unanimous 5-0 vote in what Supervisor Chuck Holmes...

Lee County, IA · 1d

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McInnis selects Southeastern Community College for baseball

LE MARS — Le Mars Community pitcher Brett McInnis signed his letter of intent to play baseball for Southeastern Community College at a ceremony on Wednesday. “After this last summer season, I went to a lot of camps and I decided I was talking to quite a few coaches. Southeastern called me one day and they were straightforward with me. They gave me really some inspiration to come there. Ben (Beznoska), the pitching coach there, is a really cool dude and he’s talked to me, he’s worked with professional guys and he said that I have the potential to make it anywhere I want to. So, he really inspired me to go there,” McInnis said. “I didn’t think I was going to go the JUCO route at all, but then Southeastern stuck out to me a lot and talking to guys, I thought it was the best way for me to play professional baseball one day.”

West Burlington, IA · 1d

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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At the beginning of Monday’s work session meeting of the Burlington City Council, Mayor Jon Billups said he and other council members have been in contact with members of the Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees about issues at the library

At the beginning of Monday’s work session meeting of the Burlington City Council, Mayor Jon Billups said he and other council members have been in contact with members of the Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees about issues at the library. At last week’s council meeting, two people addressed the council about issues with homeless people being a presence at the library, including using study rooms as daytime sleeping quarters, odors in the upholstered seating and an increased amount of personal baggage and belongings brought into the facility. The HawkEye reports that Mayor Billups said the council members have talked to the board of trustees about current policies and holding a joint work session with the council at a future date. The Library Board of Trustees sets policy for operation of the public library.

Burlington, IA · 2d

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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 · 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’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 · 2d

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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.

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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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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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Louisa County Solar Project Raises Questions Around County Commercial Solar and Battery StorageMoratoriums

A proposed solar farm near Letts is headed to a public meeting with state regulators after Louisa County turned down a permit for the project. The Louisa County Board of Adjustment voted 4 to 1 in September to deny a special-use permit for Southpaw Solar. The company has since asked the Iowa Utilities Commission to hold an informational meeting about a state certificate for the project.

Louisa County, IA · 22h

The Register-Mail

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