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More than just a playground: How HT Custer Park has the latest in playground equipment that all kids can use
HT Custer Park may become one of the most used parks in the city. It has a splash pad, a ball field, a rain and butterfly garden, and, now, a new playground area that the ribbon was cut on Friday by the city and the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce.
Director of CASA of West Central Illinois to serve on national Rural Leadership Council
CASA of West Central Illinois’ Executive Director, Kelly Radeke, has been selected by the National CASA/GAL Association to serve on its Rural Leadership Council. The purpose of the Rural Leadership Council is to advise and partner with National CASA/GAL on policies, resources, and strategies that impact rural programs, bring a voice to National CASA/GAL’s work on developing a network-wide growth process and strategy, and to conceptualize and develop support systems, tools, and communications specific to the needs of rural programs.
Knox County property transfers for June 13-18, 2024. See a list of home and other sales
The Knox County Assessment Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Knox County the week of June 13-18, 2024. Only the primary name as listed on the submitted sales report is published. Additional owners’ names that would be on the full deed may not appear in this list.
Illinois Commerce Commission approved deal to improve several Galesburg rail crossings. Here’s what will be done
The Illinois Commerce Commission has approved what they termed a “stipulated agreement” that will allow upgrades at a couple railroad crossings on the city’s south side. They approved the City of Galesburg installing automated train warning devices at crossings on both South Seminary Street, and South Chambers Street.
UPDATE: One killed in fatal downtown motorcycle accident
A fatal motorcycle accident took place Wednesday night in downtown Galesburg. Galesburg Police responded to the Cherry and Simmons Streets intersection at 7:19 p.m. for a report of a motorcycle accident. They believe that two motorcycles were riding south on Cherry Street when they became entangled causing the victim to...
More federal charges against former head of now defunct COVID-19 testing facility
A Peoria-area man is now facing more federal trouble — this time, for how he financially handled the COVID-19 testing his company did. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says Aaron Rossi, 40, of Morton has been indicted by a grand jury on multiple charges including healthcare fraud, mail fraud, and wire fraud — all involving now-closed Reditus Labs out of Pekin.
Man, injured in shooting, arrested for murder
The Galesburg man who had been hospitalized since being injured in a fatal shooting almost two weeks ago is now in custody. Galesburg Police and Knox County Jail records both confirm Chase Houlden, Jr., 19, was booked into the Knox County Jail Tuesday after being released from a Peoria hospital.
Monmouth-Roseville hires Galesburg AD as new principal. D205 begins ‘expedited search’ for replacement
Monmouth-Roseville has a new high school principal, a move that will force Galesburg District 205 to start the search for a new athletic director. Eric Matthews, athletic director for Galesburg District 205 the past six years, was unanimously approved as the new principal at Monmouth-Roseville High School at Tuesday’s District 238 school board meeting. The vote was 5-0, with two board members absent Tuesday.
‘Why don’t you fix my street?’ New system will improve planning process, save Galesburg money
A new pavement management system will help the city better plan for maintenance and rehabilitation projects on Galesburg streets, and at the same time save money. Alderman on Monday approved a proposal submitted by Decision Optimization Technology in the amount of $100,000 to provide pavement management services for the city.
Federal class action lawsuit filed against Mary Davis Home. See the complaint here
A federal class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf two current inmates at the Knox County Mary Davis Home, accusing the juvenile detention home and its leaders of abuse in several forms. The lawsuit, originally filed May 28, but amended and announced Monday by the ACLU of Illinois, accuses...
From Juneteenth to Cafe in the Park: Here are 5 things to do around Galesburg this week
Here are 5 things to do in Galesburg this week, courtesy Galesburg Tourism & Visitors Bureau. Join us for a FREE family-friendly event and resource fair at the Galesburg Public Library from noon to 2 p.m., followed by an evening of celebration at the Downtown Park Plaza with a keynote speaker and entertainment from 4-7 p.m. Food truck vendors will also be available. Limited edition t-shirts are available for purchase. Galesburg Parks and Recreation are also hosting a Juneteenth Event at the Lakeside Waterpark from 1-4 p.m. for $8 a person! Games will be played every hour on the hour. Celebrate with us on June 19!
Juvenile arrested after shots fired around Knox and Pine Streets
A Galesburg 17-year-old is in the Mary Davis Home while he faces charges of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, possessing a stolen gun and resisting officers. Residents alerted Galesburg Police to shots fired in the area of E. Knox and Pine Streets Friday morning just after 10 a.m. No...
Warren County property transfers for June 10-14, 2024. See a list of home and other sales
The Warren County Clerk & Recorder’s Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Warren County the week of June 10-14, 2024. Only the primary name as listed on the submitted sales report is published. Additional owners’ names that would be on the full deed may not appear in this list.
Galesburg delays pickleball court project; players can test proposed surface
Aldermen have elected to put the brakes on resurfacing Galesburg’s pickleball courts, opting to take a test drive on an new modular athletic surfacing system before committing nearly $100,000 to the project. The pause comes after some local pickleball enthusiasts voiced concerns over the plan. City administration was asking...
Expanded mission, and potential ‘Community Center’-like activities; Hope Initiative to move in to former Churchill building
A new Galesburg organization that has been operating out of the former Galesburg Rescue Mission location will now instead move in to another property recently purchased by the same owner. The Hope Initiative says they will take over the former Churchill Junior High School space that Rob Benedict and the...
Police looking for Kewanee man in connection with local homicide
Illinois State Police are looking for the region’s help in finding a so-called person of interest after a man ended up dead earlier this month. Troopers say James Reed III, 26, Kewanee, is wanted for questioning after a body was found inside a home June 8 – this, after Kewanee Police responded to the home in the 800 block of West Division St. in Kewanee for a welfare check.
Don’t stomach the pain
A significant number of emergency department (ED) visits are due to abdominal issues. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) released a study, confirming that gastrointestinal complaints accounted for 11% of total ED visits between 2016-2019, while just under 17% of those patients were admitted to the hospital. This is on par with the percentage of abdominal-related visits at all OSF HealthCare facilities. From April 1, 2023, through March of 2024, there were 36,340 ED visits related to abdominal issues, about 9% of the total visits.
Autopsy ‘inconclusive’ on young girl who fell ill on flight diverted to Peoria
The autopsy on an eight-year-old girl who died after she got sick and the plane she was on was diverted to Peoria as a result was inconclusive. That’s according to Peoria County Coroner Jamie Harwood, who says it will take four to six weeks for further testing to be complete on Sydney Weston of Carl Junction, Missouri.
Galesburg looks to upgrade pickleball courts with new surface. More courts, leagues next?
Galesburg’s new but deteriorating pickleball courts could soon be upgraded with a new modular athletic surfacing system that promises to be more conducive to those who enjoy the popular sport. Alderman on Monday will be asked to approve a bid of $93,857 for resurfacing of six outside pickleball courts...
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