The story of KK Stevens Publishing Co. begins with a man named Kenneth Keith Stevens—affectionately known as Ken.

As the Monmouth Municipal Band approaches the end of its remarkable 95th season, local audiences still have two final chances to enjoy their spirited performances this summer.

Canton Community Concert Association was pleased to announce its 70th season of bringing high-level, professional musical entertainment to Canton area audiences with its 2025-2026 Membership Drive Kickoff on June 12, 2025.

This month, Unforgettable Forgottonia will once again pulse with music, laughter, and celebration as Macomb hosts its 43rd Annual Heritage Days Festival. From June 26–29, this cherished four-day event brings a rich mix of tradition and entertainment to the streets of downtown Macomb — and it’s free to the public.

You are cordially invited to an opening night to die for. Join us for a glamorous evening of fine art, exquisite flavors … and deadly intrigue.

The ghosts of Greenbush Cemetery call to me,

Aged voices of those long gone

Groaning out at me, the living,

Asking me to speak their memories into song.

The Knox County Farm Safety Camp for youth ages 8 to 13 is scheduled for Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the Knox County Fairgrounds.

CASA of West Central Illinois is urgently seeking caring adults to speak up for children experiencing abuse and neglect.

June has arrived—and with it, an extraordinary opportunity to step into a living timeline of Canton's history. This month we celebrate 200 years of stories, sweat, song, and spirit that have built the Canton we know and love today. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to dive into your community, June is calling

Fulton County 4-H proudly awarded $6,600 in scholarships this May to eight outstanding graduating members for their leadership, community service, and 4-H achievements. Below is a brief description of each recipients’ achievements, though much more could be said about their dedication and hard work over the years.

The University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener volunteers run and maintain a Gift Garden, which provides fresh produce to community food pantries during the summer.

The Macomb Community Garden is located on 1639 E. Wheeler St. in Macomb. The Community Garden was started in 2010 by a group of WIU faculty and students.

If you've ever bit into a sun-warmed tomato picked straight off the vine, you know that food just tastes better when it's fresh.

Mark your calendars and shine up your wheels! The 34th Annual Canton Cruise In, hosted by the Canton Area Chamber of Commerce, is rolling into downtown Canton on Friday, June 20, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.

The 2025 Bushnell Autism Acceptance Walk, held on Saturday, May 17, continued its tradition of raising funds and awareness for autism support in the community.

When Monmouth College seniors Noelle Faulk and Jonah Hutton began their senior year, they never imagined it would lead to a fully functional solar-powered charging station—one that now powers a public-access room on campus and promotes sustainability.

Spoon River College is offering an opportunity for locals to build practical digital skills without breaking the bank.

The Buchanan Center for the Arts is excited to announce an upcoming exhibition with not one, but three artists. Dean Rockwell is a potter and a ceramics expert, and Janice Rockwell is a painter. Our third artist, Matthew Terry, is a photographer.

Have your child train to become a future Charger at Sandburg's summer youth camps for softball, cross country, basketball and volleyball.