The 27th Annual Gardener’s Day, hosted by the University of Illinois Extension and McDonough County Master Gardeners, will take place on March 22, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Spoon River College Outreach Center in Macomb.

During a 75-minute talk to Monmouth College's "Midwest Entrepreneurs" class on Feb. 17, local businessman Bryon Robbins gave students plenty to think about.

The Buchanan Center for the Arts will open its doors on March 15, 2025, for a dual celebration of creativity and community at its gallery space at 64 Public Square in Monmouth.

On January 21, 1970, Monmouth College experienced a remarkable day in its history as faculty, staff, and students united to move 130,000 books from Carnegie Library (now Poling Hall) to the newly built Hewes Library, 400 yards away.

Security Savings Bank in Monmouth recently held its Annual Meeting at which the following directors were elected to 3-year terms: Dan Bowman, Al McGuire, and Dorothy Ricketts.

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.

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.

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?

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

The Bi-County Youth Coalition spent the morning of November 20, honoring the veterans of Warren and Henderson County.

As the holiday season approaches, a Monmouth tradition continues its mission to combat hunger in the community. The 24th annual Freezing for Food fundraiser will take place December 4, 5, and 6 at the Save-a-Lot Food Store, 200 N. Main St. in Monmouth, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.

When Monmouth College added a marketing major earlier this year, that caused one of its biggest advocates, business professor Mike Connell, to reflect on his three decades on campus.

As the colorful notes of fall replace summer, Monmouth College has again resounded with the evocative tones of bagpipes—a tradition deeply rooted in the institution's history.

The Tromp-as-Writ Weaving Guild has been quietly weaving its way through the history of Knox, Warren, McDonough, and Henderson counties.

Blackthorn Hill Nature Preserve is a place of natural beauty, wildlife conservation, and outdoor education. Managed by the Western Illinois Nature Group (WING), the 110-acre property combines ecological stewardship with public access and recreational opportunities.

The Warren County Fair will once again bring entertainment to the community from July 13-20, promising a week brimming with excitement, entertainment, and endless family fun. Held annually in Warren County, this beloved Fair is the highlight of the summer.

The Monmouth-Roseville Board of Education has announced the appointment of Eric Matthews as the new High School Principal, with Nate Johnson taking on the role of Assistant High School Principal.

The City Council recently awarded a contract to Porter Brothers Construction for the development of a parking lot on South First Street, with a bid amounting to $143,152.

The parking lot of United West Elementary School buzzed with excitement on Friday evening as Warren County Sheriff deputies participated in the school’s Family Fun Night.