Dante & Dory’s Pet Emporium Invites Pet Owners to Celebrate Spring with “Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny”
Dante & Dory’s Pet Emporium is thrilled to announce its first-ever “Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny” event, open to the public and free of charge.
CASA of West Central Illinois Receives National Grant
CASA of West Central Illinois has been awarded a $40,000 Volunteer Recruitment Grant from the National Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem (CASA/GAL) Association.
Galesburg CUSD #205 Board Accepts Retirement of Superintendent Dr. John Asplund
During its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 9th, the Galesburg Community Unit School District #205 Board of Education officially accepted and approved the retirement of Dr. John Asplund.
The Buchanan Center for the Arts and Clear Profits Partner to Celebrate the Town and Country Art Show
The Town and Country Art Show for 2026 is continuing a cherished, six-decade tradition of celebrating youth creativity.
Farce of Nature Comes to Prairie Players
Join us in the woods as Prairie Players presents, Farce of Nature.
Canton History & Arts Alliance Launched to Celebrate Community, Culture, and Connection
The Alliance was formed as a natural continuation of the Bicentennial Committee after organizers saw the extraordinary response from residents and visitors alike…
Bushnell Community Pool to Host Annual Chili Cookoff
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.
Celebrate Community Conservation with Prairie Land Conservancy
“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.”…
Winner-Winners
“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.
SRC Offers NEW Pharmacy Technician PTCB Exam Prep Course
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…
Ag Students Compete in Illinois PAS Competition
“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."
Dr. Curt Oldfield to Leave Spoon River College. Board of Trustees to Begin National Search for Next President
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…
Freedom in the Shadows: Galesburg and the Underground Railroad
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...
The Real History of How Forgottonia Got It's Name
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...
Emerging Sport to Begin Competing in Fall 2026
“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,”
Macomb’s Maple Avenue Church to Host Imperishable Women’s Conference
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.”