700 People Expected for Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the Monmouth American Legion
Karina McIntyre, AJ Reynolds, and Scott McClintock with Highpoint Church in Monmouth preview the upcoming Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the Legion plus preview the Christmas season on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth-Roseville Superintendent Ed Fletcher
Superintendent Fletcher discusses the recent Monmouth-Roseville Board of Education meeting including the tentative tax levy, the music department, a bid for lights at the soccer field, a solar energy update, School Board Members Day, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Jamieson Community Center Executive Director Nancy Mowen
Director Mowen discusses the increase in visits and utilization of services, previews the upcoming Christmas Store, talks programming, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
EIU Concludes Men’s Swim Team Violated Hazing Policy
Eastern Illinois University is concluding that the men’s swim team violated EIU’s hazing policy. The university launched an investigation in September following credible reports of hazing. The initial report was made by Coach Jonathan Jordan. The team was suspended pending the results of the probe, which determined that first-year student-athletes were compelled to participate in […]
The Classic Children’s Tale Will Fly Five Times Across the Monmouth College Stage Nov. 16-19
Editor’s Note: Monmouth College Theatre is giving back to one of “Peter Pan’s” community partners. Patrons are encouraged to bring a box of cereal to performances to donate to United Way of Greater Warren County’s cereal drive for the Jamieson Center. United Way of Greater Warren County will match every box of cereal donated. MONMOUTH, […]
WIU’s Psychology Department Secures $700,000 Grant for De-Escalation Training Center
Western Illinois University Psychology Professor Kimberley A. McClure has been awarded a $746,000 grant from the United States Department of Justice for the development of a cutting-edge virtual training center, aptly named the De-escalation Training through Active Learning (DeTAL) Assessment and Research Center. The DeTAL Center is positioned to become a pivotal resource, not only […]
300 Galesburg 8th Graders to Take Part in Welcome to the Real World Event Nov. 17 at Carl Sandburg College
Approximately 300 eighth graders from Galesburg District 205 will embark on an immersive occupational journey during the Welcome to the Real World and Career Exploration event from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Nov. 17 on Carl Sandburg College’s Galesburg campus. The event, hosted by Sandburg in cooperation with the University of Illinois Extension and Regional Office of […]
Structure Fire in Galesburg Under Investigation
The Galesburg Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 1517 Williams Street today, November 14, 2023, at 12:25 PM. The response included all three stations and the 11 personnel on duty. Upon arrival, personnel encountered heavy flames engulfing the front of the residence. Acting Battalion Chief James Pendergast established command and the Brooks Street Station crew […]
Carl Sandburg College’s Women’s Basketball Picks Up 3rd Win of Season
11-14-2023Carl Sandburg College vs. Spoon RiverGalesburg 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final Spoon River 17 10 13 25 65 Carl Sandburg College 32 21 19 15 87 Halftime Score (53-27) Overall Record: 3-1 NotesElly Bentley: 18 points, 8-16 FG. Brook Pieper: 12 points, 11 rebounds. Up next for Sandburg: 5:30 p.m. Thursday vs. Wright ***Courtesy of […]
El Niño Brings Up Soil Moisture Concerns As Soil Reaches ‘Below-Normal’ Dryness
El Niño forecasts for this winter have farmers in Illinois expecting to see drier and milder conditions, which is not always the best news for farmers looking to replenish soil moisture. According to State Climatologist Trent Ford, the 40-inch soil moisture at the Monmouth mesonet station is at its driest point going back to 2004. This […]