The Alliance was formed as a natural continuation of the Bicentennial Committee after organizers saw the extraordinary response from residents and visitors alike…

The Bushnell Community Pool will host a Chili Cookoff on March 28 at the Bushnell VFW, bringing together local cooks, volunteers, and community members for an evening centered on food and friendly competition.

“I hope people are able to come out and celebrate our 2025 achievements with us and hear our goals for 2026,” says PLC Executive Director Dr. Victoria Livingston. “If people are interested in conserving their land or learning about other ways to get involved, we would love to answer their questions.”…

“The day showcased the very best of who we are, and the vibe across campus was energetic, warm and welcoming,” said Monmouth President Patricia Draves.

Books are included in the class fee. The course is normally $1499 per student, but SRC Outreach is able to offer the course at the discounted fee of $750 thanks to ICCB Noncredit Workforce Training Grant funding…

“SRC has a long history of participating in Illinois and National PAS competitions,” said Howe. “We want the current generation of SRC students to have these experiences, learn new leadership skills, make new friends, and get out of their comfort zones."

The Board of Trustees is appreciative of Dr. Oldfield's service to Spoon River College. He began as a student, became an instructor, moved up to Dean, and then served for 14 years as President…

Galesburg’s abolitionist roots ran deep from its founding. George Washington Gale, the city’s founder, was a Presbyterian minister and outspoken opponent of slavery. The culture he helped establish — shaped by reform movements, religious conviction, and educational institutions — created fertile ground for Underground Railroad activity...

He was a Flemish flim-flam fellow from Flanders who came to Western Illinois fleeing his futile felonious attempt to corner the ferret market in Frostfree, Florida. Much to his chagrin, the farm folks named their area after him and Forgottonia was born...

“Adding Women’s Flag Football aligns with Knox’s institutional priorities around academic excellence, access, gender equity, and thoughtful athletics expansion, while also responding to clear interest from prospective students and families seeking innovative athletic pathways at the collegiate level,”

As March approaches, organizers hope the Imperishable Women’s Conference will serve as both a moment of rest and a source of renewed strength with the invitation to “encourage each other to stand firm on a foundation that won’t spoil or fade.”

Winter Hurst-Leadicker, a Western Illinois University Political Science and History major, earned an internationally recognized Certificate of Qualification in Project Business Management from the Project Business Foundation, a nonprofit think tank based in Munich, Germany.

On Thursday, February 26, from 9-11 a.m., Spoon River College will host a Career and Technical Education Showcase event offering simulations and hands-on activities. Faculty, current students, and staff from several SRC departments will be available to answer questions about the programs, the admission process, and financial aid options. This event is for people of all ages.

Knox Football has always been built on people, relationships, and a deep sense of commitment, and Adam Gonzaga embodies all three…

On Friday evening, February 27, 2026, the Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 107th Annual Awards Dinner, that will blend longstanding tradition with a Game Night theme.

STAR was born out of a grassroots, farmer-driven movement in Champaign County to help guide agricultural producers in meeting conservation goals established to reduce soil and nutrient losses and address local water quality challenges…