On Saturday, February 1, families from across Illinois are invited to experience the wonder of nature and celebrate the majestic American bald eagle during the annual Fulton-Mason Eagle Day.

Monmouth College has received a $100,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy's Reaching a New Energy Sciences Workforce (RENEW) initiative to help underrepresented students in STEM develop research skills and connections in their field.

Frederick P. Foltz was born to Christian and Hannah Kieffer Foltz on November 15, 1830, near Stolhburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania.

Whipped tallow has recently made a comeback as an ingredient in natural skincare. For decades, people have searched for products that make their skin less wrinkly or more moisturized and pay big bucks to get a promising product.

Over the past three decades, Susie Platt and her family have revolutionized home health care in rural Illinois

The basement of the Salvation Army building in Macomb is home to the humble Salvation Army gym. Affectionately known as the home of the Salvation Army Lifting Team (S.A.L.T.), the gym is no ordinary workout space.

The small Mississippi River village of Oquawka, Illinois, has long been home to an unusual landmark: a towering twelve-foot monument marking the grave of Norma Jean.

The Farmington Area Public Library has an exciting lineup of events this January, perfect for beating the winter blues, connecting with the community, and enjoying creative, fun activities.

The Galesburg City Council approved a resolution at the December 16, 2024 City Council meeting, which named the Galesburg Regional Airport in honor of Harrel W. Timmons.

There are certain sports we have for just males, and there's certain sports we have for just females. Softball is for women, baseball is for males, and some sports like basketball and soccer have both. But how often do we see these sports mix it up?

Graham Health System, a leading healthcare provider in Central and Western Illinois, has announced a $5,000 donation from the organization, as well as an additional $5,000 personal contribution from President & CEO Bob Senneff.

After a record-setting season, the Sandburg volleyball team had five players voted to the 2024 All-Arrowhead Conference team by league coaches, the most of any school.

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Canton has announced the recipients of its 2024 Inspiring Generosity Grants, awarding $10,260 across ten community-focused projects.

Planning is well underway for Canton's bicentennial celebration scheduled for June 20- 29, 2025.

On Friday, December 13, the Monmouth Police Department partnered with the Strom Center for their annual Power for Seniors event.

The Western Illinois University football team was hard at work building a team on the field, but as the season wound down, it took time to give back.

For most people, the holiday season brings festive lights, music, and visits with Santa. But it's a year-round calling for WIU alumni Adam and Krista Woodworth.

For more than half a century, the Galesburg Community Arts Center has hosted GALEX, a juried exhibition that unites artists from across the nation.

The Bushnell Busy B's 4-H meeting was held Sunday, December 8, 2024, in Bushnell.

Visit Unforgettable Forgottonia has been honored with the Lt. Governor’s Hometown Award for its newest attraction, Macombopoly, recognized in the Promotion Approach category at the 2024 Illinois Main Street Conference.