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Free books, free events, and a month of community — Galesburg Public Library launches April Community Read
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (527+ words) The Galesburg Public Library is launching its April Community Read " and Kayla Whitmer, head of adult services at the library and organizer of the event, joined Galesburg's Morning News Tuesday morning to walk listeners through everything they need to know....
Knox College to renovate T. Fleming Fieldhouse surface — upgrades set for summer 2026
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (338+ words) Knox College is replacing the indoor surface at its T. Fleming Fieldhouse this summer " the first time the surface has been renewed since it was originally installed in 1991. Renovations begin June 8 and are expected to take approximately 10 weeks. The project will…...
Before Freddy’s, before H&R Block — a look back at Big 10 Liquors on Henderson Street
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (275+ words) Before Freddy's, before H&R Block " a look back at Big 10 Liquors on Henderson Street'WGIL Before Freddy's, before H&R Block " a look back at Big 10 Liquors on Henderson Street Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers opens Monday at 1597 N. Henderson St. in…...
Easter eggs, pickleball, swim lessons, and more — your guide to Galesburg’s spring recreation season
1+ week, 3+ min ago (619+ words) Spring is here " and the City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation Department has a packed schedule of events and programs for families and individuals of all ages. Recreation Supervisor Angie Buchen and Athletics Recreation Supervisor Luke Bradburn joined Galesburg's Morning…...
Healthy, deep, and hungry for state — GHS girls track previews the 2026 season
1+ week, 6+ hour ago (90+ words) Healthy, deep, and hungry for state " GHS girls track previews the 2026 season'WGIL Healthy, deep, and hungry for state " GHS girls track previews the 2026 season Evan Massey is a regular contributor to WGIL. He is a retired Galesburg High School girls…...
A piece of Galesburg is now in Peoria — Innkeeper's Coffee opens at OSF St. Francis
1+ week, 1+ day ago (380+ words) A Galesburg coffee institution has made its way to Peoria. Innkeeper's Fresh Roasted Coffee, located at 80 N. Seminary St. in Galesburg, has opened a new location inside OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria " on the main level of the hospital's…...
Warren County property transfers for March 16-20, 2026 — see a list of home and other sales
1+ week, 2+ day ago (167+ words) Warren County property transfers for March 16-20, 2026 " see a list of home and other sales'WGIL Warren County property transfers for March 16-20, 2026 " see a list of home and other sales The Warren County Clerk & Recorder's Office submits the following Illinois real estate…...
Full walking and biking loop around Lake Storey on track for 2027 completion
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (547+ words) A full walking and biking loop around Lake Storey is on track for completion by 2027 after the Galesburg City Council approved a key partnership step with the Illinois Department of Transportation on Monday night. The multi-use path expansion'funded by more…...
Work begins this week on the Lake Storey walking path — here's what's ahead
1+ week, 2+ day ago (375+ words) Work has begun on the next phase of the Lake Storey multi-use recreational path in Galesburg. Starting today, March 24, crews began tree removal along South Lake Storey Road. That work is scheduled to be completed by April 1. The tree removal…...
Raw milk proponents push for fewer restrictions on Illinois sales despite state health warnings
1+ week, 2+ day ago (954+ words) By Olivia Ardito and Medill Illinois News Bureau SPRINGFIELD " With the ascension of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to U.S. Health and Human Services secretary and allies in the Make America Healthy Again movement, raw milk advocates have cheered on newfound support at…...