The Knox County Board has finalized the purchase of the former Wells Fargo Bank building located at 50 E Main St. in downtown Galesburg.

Emma Rauschert is a Forgottonia native from Smithfield, IL.

Take part in another celebration of Forgottonia with a captivating evening led by acclaimed singer-songwriter Chris Vallillo, who will perform his new album “Forgottonia” live at Browne Hall Theatre in Macomb on Saturday, July 20th, from 7-9 PM.

Before there was Forgottonia, way before, there was the Military Tract. It was a pie-shaped territory stretching between the Illinois and Mississippi rivers set aside by Congress to give to men who enlisted to fight the British in the War of 1812. In other words, Forgottonia.

Hidden Hills Winery, nestled on a small plot of land near the Knox County Fairgrounds in Knoxville, Illinois, is a testament to the passion and dedication of its owner, Dave Poland.

Relay for Life is an international fundraising event organized by the American Cancer Society (ACS) that unites communities in the fight against cancer. Originating in 1985, the Relay for Life began when Dr. Gordy Klatt walked and ran around a track for twenty-four hours in Tacoma, Washington, and raised around $27,000 to give to the ACS.

At Farmington High School, the end of a home football game doesn't signal the end of the night. Instead, it marks the beginning of Endzone.

The 18th annual Walk for Life, hosted by the Spoon River Pregnancy Center, took place at Wallace Park in Canton.

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.

Industry, Illinois celebrated its annual Pinhook Days with a vibrant display of community spirit and heritage from June 14-16th. Pinhook Days was a cherished tradition in the area's history, showcasing the small town's pride and unity.

Suzan Nash of Macomb was recently honored for her Community Action work by her peers and inducted into the Illinois Community Action Hall of Fame. Nash coordinated programs across six western Illinois counties.

The Weatherization department at WIRC-Community Action Agency (WIRC) in Macomb received two awards of excellence at a recent state-wide conference.

Three western Illinois communities will now be able to complete infrastructure upgrades thanks to a recent grant award.

The Macomb Heritage Days Committee, and Visit Unforgettable Forgottonia are proud and excited to announce the details for Macomb Heritage Days 2024.

As summer approaches, young athletes in Farmington have an exciting opportunity to sharpen their skills and engage in the beloved game of basketball.

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.

Galesburg aldermen are met Monday regarding the allocation of $115,000 in funding to various external agencies for fiscal year 2024

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.