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Monmouth-Roseville Update
Mother Nature has been out of control this winter and has caused the local school districts to miss numerous school days. At a recent board meeting for the Monmouth-Roseville District, there was discussion on if and how all the missed days would be made up....
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Structure Fire at 406 Clark Street
The Galesburg Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 406 Clark Street at 2:39 a.m. Wednesday morning. The response included all three stations and the 11 personnel on duty. Upon arrival, it was discovered that the structure was already completely engulfed by...
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New Events Coming
The Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District have a number of items on their agenda for the months of February through April. Cathy Froelich, Warren County district conservationist for the National Resources Conservation Service, fills us in on the...
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Knox College Women’s Basketball Win Big MWC Match Up, Men Lose
GALESBURG, Illinois—The Prairie Fire women's basketball team played at home against Illinois College on Wednesday evening with the Prairie Fire looking to improve upon their 9-2 record at home. Knox did just that, winning 88-67. With only one conference game remaining...
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Monmouth College Men & Women Split Important Games vs. Cornell College
Monmouth remains in second place in the Midwest Conference after falling in overtime to Cornell Wednesday night at Glennie Gym 70-64. The Scots jumped out to a 15-point first half lead, but was not able to withstand Cornell’s second-half surge. The Rams fought back...
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Local High School Basketball Conference Standings Through Feb. 12th
Standings through games played on Feb. 12th, 2018 Girls- All Standings Are Final Boys West Central Conference North Division-Final West Central Conference North Division 1 Quincy Notre Dame (3-1) 1 Quincy Notre Dame (2-0) 1 CPC/Southeastern (3-1) 1 West Hancock...
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AG NEWS
Winning is surviving in 2019
An ag consultant says better managed relationships with lenders can help dairy farmers stay in business. “Winning in 2019 means surviving. If you get through 2019 with your finances intact, your relationship solid with your banker, and your family together, I think...
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read moreFarmer improves operation with lean principles
AA northern Indiana farmer has found success in applying lean principles to his operation and says other farmers could do the same. Ben Hartman of Clay Bottom Farm says lean farming is all about reducing waste and increasing profits. He says it allows farmers to align...
read moreChallenges for small organic farms
Small organic farms continue to face challenges. Sherry Chenn is a coordinator with Springfield Ohio Urban Plantfolk, a community-based urban ag group that addresses food security. “Farmers who are growing local food and their workers are not getting a living wage –...
read moreMidday cash livestock markets
Direct cash cattle markets are quiet. It’s been a quiet week overall, with Thursday’s business limited to very light activity in Iowa and Nebraska at $199 to $200 on the dressed basis. Some very light trade today is reported at $127 live in Illinois. Asking prices are...
read moreMore progress reported in U.S.-China talks
U.S. trade officials are describing this week’s talks with China as “productive” and say they made headway on some of the most difficult issues. Speaking to reporters this morning in Washington, President Trump confirmed the negotiations are going well. “We’re very...
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February School Spotlight: Abingdon-Avon High School
Our February School Spotlight is Abingdon-Avon High School led by Principal Brad Weedman: “Abingdon-Avon High School, we have 270 students that enjoy being in school. Our FFA program we are up from around 30 members to 65 plus. We have partnered with Carl Sandburg...
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Local Photographer Shares Story
Local Photographer Kent Kriegshauser shares his story and how he found his passion in taking pictures and continues to do that today. To view his photos visit his website, http://www.kentkriegshauser.com/. Listen to Kent's entire interview below:...
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Galesburg Community Foundation Area Scholarship Opportunities
Galesburg Community Foundation will begin accepting scholarship applications for the below detailed scholarships on Friday, February 1, 2019. These scholarships are open to students who reside in Knox and Warren Counties and meet the criteria listed below....
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Illinois State Police Prepare For Extreme Temperatures
Illinois State Police (ISP) officials announce additional patrols and request the public’s cooperation when traveling on Illinois roadways in the coming days. ISP Troopers across the state will be diligently checking their assigned patrol areas for stranded motorists,...
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