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07/08/2025

Three kayakers lost near Oquawka were safely rescued Saturday night thanks to a drone and teamwork from local responders.

Three individuals lost in a remote area east of Oquawka near Henderson Creek were safely rescued on Saturday after a coordinated search effort by local authorities.

07/08/2025

The 174th Knox County Illinois Fair, Illinois’ oldest, runs through Saturday in Knoxville. 🎧 Check out our WGIL Morning News preview for grandstand events, new features, and more. What’s your favorite part of the fair? Comment below ...

On this episode of WGIL’s Galesburg’s Morning News, Knox County Fair Board members Darcy Thorpe, Josh Smith, and Ted Inness preview the 174th Knox County Fair, Illinois’ oldest continuously running fair, set for July 8–12 in Knoxville. They discuss its rich history since 1839, grandstand eve...

07/08/2025

Here's a list of home and other property sales recorded in Warren County over the past week. We publish Knox County sales on Fridays.

The Warren County Clerk & Recorder's Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Warren County the week of June 30-July 4, 2025.

07/08/2025

Test your Galesburg knowledge with this 25-photo quiz, courtesy columnist Evan Massey.

Evan Massey’s WGIL-featured blog presents a 25-question visual quiz, challenging locals to identify Galesburg landmarks like the Orpheum Theatre, Standish Park, and Ronald Reagan’s former home from photos.

07/08/2025

Galesburg’s City Council unanimously voted to delay the demolition of the century-old Maple Avenue Fire Station, exploring potential preservation options for the historic structure until the July 21 meeting.

Galesburg’s City Council unanimously voted 6-0 on July 7, to delay the $55,700 demolition of the century-old Maple Avenue Fire Station, exploring potential preservation options for the historic structure until the July 21 meeting.

07/07/2025

🎧 Galesburg City Manager Eric Hanson previews tonight’s City Council meeting on WGIL’s Morning News, covering sidewalk upgrades near an elementary school, much-needed fire station renovations, and more.

Galesburg City Manager Eric Hanson joined WGIL’s Jay Redfern and Tyler Gumm on Galesburg’s Morning News to preview the Monday, July 7, 2025, City Council meeting. The City Council meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at City Hall. Key items discussed: Fiscal Health: A clean 2024 audit with no finding...

07/07/2025

Abingdon native succeeds Jodi Scott; plans to focus on strategic planning and collaboration.

Kathryn E. Jennings, a 39-year-old Abingdon educator, was sworn in as Regional Superintendent of Schools for ROE #33 on July 1, 2025, joined by Assistant Superintendent Emily Adolphson to lead educational initiatives across Henderson, Knox, Mercer and Warren counties.

07/07/2025

Galesburg’s City Council is set to vote on a $55,700 bid to demolish the deteriorating 1907 Maple Avenue Fire Station, aiming to enhance Bateman Park despite some public interest in preserving the aging structure.

07/06/2025

Monmouth firefighters rescued one person from a house fire Saturday morning, now under investigation.

One person was rescued and transported to OSF Holy Family Medical Center after a structure fire at 1033 East 8th Avenue in Monmouth on July 5, 2025, with the cause under investigation by the Illinois State Fire Marshal.

07/04/2025

07/04/2025

In Part 2 of "Beyond the Gold – Streaks champs share their stories" Evan Massey catches up with state champions Caricia Andrews, Greg Whittle, Travon Diggins, Josh Eiker, and Gauge Shipp. ⚡

Evan Massey talks to 8 GHS athletes who won individual State Championships, and 2 GHS athletes who won a doubles State Championship.

07/03/2025

Get ready for Abingdon’s ‘Merica Figure 8 Race this Saturday. Join Ashley Anderson and Amber Slagel of the Abingdon Community Festival on WGIL’s Morning News to hear about the thrilling races, tasty food vendors and more.

On this episode of WGIL’s Galesburg’s Morning News, Ashley Anderson and Amber Slagel from the Abingdon Community Festival Committee join us to preview the ‘Merica Figure 8 Point Series Race, set for Saturday, July 5, in Abingdon. They share what makes the event a highlight of the holiday weeke...