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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.

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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UPDATE: Man dead after motorcycle crash in Peoria County

A man in his 50s died and a woman was hospitalized in stable condition after a motorcycle collided with a passenger vehicle in Peoria County on Saturday.

Peoria County, IL · 1d

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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, […]

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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11 Peoria, Illinois Restaurants That Remain Crowded Without Paying A Dime On Advertising

A pizza joint that first opened in 1926 still closes its doors every Monday and Tuesday, and the crowds keep coming anyway. I love that kind of quiet confidence. In one river city in central Illinois, that same stubborn streak shows up all over the dinner map. One steakhouse hands you raw steaks to grill yourself, and a barbecue joint smokes its meat inside an old rail depot.

Peoria, IL · 1d

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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.

Galesburg, IL · 2d

The Register-Mail

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

WMBD/WYZZ

Driver dies in Canton crash that sparked house fire

A person died in a single-vehicle crash that ignited a house fire in rural Canton, Illinois, on Saturday.

Canton, IL · 13h

kewaneevoice.com

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...

Kewanee, IL · 2d

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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 · 22h

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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.

Illinois · 2d

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This Tiny Illinois Diner Is Hidden Inside An Old Gas Station But Piles The Plates High

A giant Phillips 66 shield hangs on a diner wall in central Illinois, and nobody is pumping gas. The license plates and old stoplights hanging nearby make the scene even more curious, like a garage that switched careers. Calling the decor themed would be a little off, since themed suggests...

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These 10 Warehouse-Style Secondhand Stores In Illinois Are Worth Every Mile Of The Drive

One antique mall in Illinois fills an old school building with three floors of collectibles and serves coffee on-site. Another sits in a historic train station. A third shares space with a diner that scoops ice cream and sells fudge. I love that secondhand shopping here comes with this much...

Chicago, IL · 2d

thecommunityword.com

Peoria Women’s Club maintains lasting legacy

Minutes after genetic genealogist Kaycee Connelly’s program at the Peoria Women’s Club last month, the midday sun warmed the polished hardwood floors and an air of genial activity filled the room as members rearranged tables and chairs. Activity and a pleasant resolve has permeated the storied organization over...

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UPDATE: Peoria crashes in Friday evening commute

Multiple vehicle crashes led to road closures at Sheridan and War Memorial and on northbound Illinois Route 40 near Edelstein.

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Peoria County Board gives OK to controversial wind farm project

A controversial $1.5 billion, large-scale wind farm development has gained approval from the Peoria County Board on a split vote and with a long list of conditions. The Four Creeks Wind Project proposed by Repsol Renewables calls for installation of 113 turbines across 27,000 acres in the county’s northwest corner, stretching from Brimfield and Princeville to the Knox and Stark county lines.

Peoria County, IL · 2d

WMBD/WYZZ

Elite Community Outreach fights to stay in Peoria schools

Supporters of Elite Community Outreach met with officials to advocate for the continuation of its Game Changers program before the Peoria school board votes Monday on replacing it with a district-run initiative called Nova Academy.

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Proposed wind farm in Peoria denied by committee, approved by County Board

EDITOR’S NOTE: The project was approved by the County Board after presstime on Nov. 5. The Community Word will have a followup story in the December issue out Nov. 25. After two weeks of evidence and testimony capped by a day-long session, Peoria County’s Zoning Board of Appeals on Oct. 14 voted to recommend denying the application for a $1.5 billion wind farm proposed by Four Creeks, LLC.

Peoria County, IL · 11h

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