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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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OSF Healthcare expert urges vaccination for one of the most contagious viruses

Wisconsin reported its first measles death since the 1990s amid nearly 5,000 national cases, prompting Dr. Brian Curtis of OSF HealthCare to emphasize the importance of vaccination.

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Bartonville reveals next steps for this towering 'nuisance' property

The days are numbered for a towering Peoria County eyesore property. Bartonville has purchased the former Allied Mills plant and is looking for a contractor demolish a structure it has deemed a "nuisance" for decades. According to Peoria County property records, the village took control of the property after it had been deemed abandoned last May. The property's former owner, Lord Mic Williams, was forced to give up the property in December 2024 after he had been deemed delinquent in his tax payments to the county. More: 'Nuisance property': Why Bartonville is in conflict with owner of old Allied Mills plant Now, Mayor Leon Ricca is looking to get a contractor in place for demolition before Dec. 1, with the process of demolition likely to take around a year before everything is brought down. "Well, it's out for bid right now," Ricca told the Journal Star. "We've had a lot of interest from demolition contractors around the country. Sometime after Dec. 1, we'll make a determination on which contractor gets awarded the bid. It'll probably take a year to tear it down; a lot of the asbestos has to be remediated from that and from the silos behind it." Ricca

Bartonville, IL · 11h

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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 · 20h

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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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The hum that has Kewanee hitting pause

Concerns about a constant, around-the-clock hum from cooling equipment are one reason Kewanee officials are slowing approval of a proposed data center. Before moving the project forward, council members say they want more information about noise levels and other potential impacts. Developers have said the facility will comply with Kewanee’s...

Kewanee, 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 · 6d

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Kewanee has money to replace 180 lead water lines, but few are asking for it

Kewanee has received enough grant money to replace lead water-service lines in 180 homes. But the city hasn’t received many applications for the money, the CIty Council learned this week. The grant pays to install lead-free lines to homes. Public Works Director Chris Berry said residents in the homes...

Kewanee, IL · 2d

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These 6 Illinois Family Steakhouses Still Toss A Salad Bar In With Every Steak

Remember when a steak dinner came with a trip to the salad bar, and nobody had to pay extra for it? That tradition is still alive in a handful of Illinois towns, from Peoria to Pinckneyville. The six family-friendly steakhouses below pair real grilled steaks with salad bars you can...

Peoria, IL · 4d

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

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 · 11h

Journal Star

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'Store closing' sign up at Northwoods Mall shop amid Chapter 11 filing

PEORIA − A bold “store closing” sign hangs in the window of The Children’s Place at Northwoods Mall, accompanied by other signs proclaiming “Everything must go!” and “Nothing held back!” On Nov. 8, The Children’s Place, Inc. voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 protections under the United States Bankruptcy Code. A page about the filing noted all sales are final. Discounts are posted above clothes racks throughout the store, with some items marked up to 60% off. Many sections currently sit at 25% off. “It's a shame, you know, like they're going to really be missed,” said Northwoods Mall General Manager Julie Revallo. More: 'Ongoing transition' leads to store closure at Peoria's Northwoods Mall She remembers shopping at the storefront to find outfits for her children, adding the brand became “a pillar to the community” for back-to-school shopping during its more than two decades at Northwoods. The Journal Star’s records note the brand’s presence at the mall as far back as November 1998 when the company was looking to hire managers and salespeople. News of the closure came as a surprise over the weekend, Revallo said, with employees unsure of when the final day will be. Also at Northwoods Mall: New

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The uncertain future of Elite and its role in Peoria Public Schools

Peoria Public Schools voted 4-3 to replace the long-standing Elite Community Outreach Game Changers program with a new in-house initiative called NOVA Academy following a compliance audit by the Peoria County Regional Superintendent of Education.

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Peoria reverend, centenarian reflects on WWII service

Reverend Arthur S. Williams Sr., a 100-year-old WWII veteran, was the first Black employee of the Peoria Housing Authority and the first Black member of Laborers' Local 165.

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25 Sports High School Wednesday- College scholarship signing day

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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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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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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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