Bonnie M. Harr

Bonnie M. Harr, 91, of Stronghurst, IL, passed away at 5:28 am, Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Oak Lane Rehabilitation Center, Stronghurst, IL. She was born on November 13, 1931in Galesburg, IL the daughter of Lyle and Beatrice “Bea” (Bricker) Yocumn. She was raised and educated in Dallas City, IL and graduated from Dallas City […]

Kathryn Rose “Katie” Kesinger

Kathryn Rose “Katie” Kesinger, 33, of St. Peters, MO, formerly of Monmouth, IL, passed away at 3:34 pm, Saturday, September 23, 2023 at her home. Katie was born August 14, 1990 in Galesburg, IL the daughter of Harvey E. and Rosemary H. (Driscoll) Kesinger.  She was raised and educated in Monmouth, graduating from Immaculate Conception […]

Retired Detective Presenting to Students and Parents at MRHS in October on Responsible Digital Activity and Identifying Child Predators

While cell phones, tablets, and computers are great devices to have, they also present risks if they are not properly used, especially among children. Child crime expert, retired Detective Richard Wistocki, has served 30 years in law enforcement and now dedicates his career in assisting children and families by pursuing, apprehending, and prosecuting child predators. […]

GFD Responds to Structure Fire & Vehicle Fire Over the Weekend

The Galesburg Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 356 N. Whitesboro Street on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at 4:28 PM.  The response included all three stations and the 11 personnel on duty. Upon arrival, personnel encountered heavy smoke coming from a basement window and an open doorway. Battalion Chief Brackett established command and the […]