As the crisp air of autumn settles in, what better way to welcome the season than by joining the community for the 3rd Annual Fall Family Fun Day?

After a unanimous decision by the Monmouth College Board of Trustees, Dr. Patricia Draves has officially begun her tenure as the 15th president of the College. Selected from a competitive pool of candidates in a nationwide search, Draves returns to Monmouth with a wealth of experience and a deep connection to the community.

Youth for Christ (YFC) is a transformative organization dedicated to nurturing the spiritual, emotional, and social well-being of young people in Western Illinois. The organization provides a variety of programs aimed at meeting the diverse needs of students, empowering them to lead purposeful and fulfilling lives.

The Warren County Prime Beef Festival is set to return from August 31st to September 7th, continuing a tradition that celebrates the area's rich agricultural heritage. Established by the Chamber of Commerce in 1948, the Festival has become a key event in Monmouth, showcasing the region's historical prominence in beef production.

The Survival Challenge, an event modeled after the hit CBS television show "Survivor," just concluded its 2024 season. Held in Macomb every summer, The Survivor Challenge is a thrilling test of stamina and cunning, attracting players and spectators from across the nation.

Based out of Galesburg, Rick Collins is leading a restoration effort to preserve the area's architectural heritage. As a master carpenter and structural timber expert, Collins is committed to maintaining the integrity of historic buildings while making them functional for modern use.

The Historic Ellisville Opera House is a hidden gem in the heart of Forgottonia. Ellisville (pop. 90) is a village nestled along the banks of the Spoon River in northwestern Fulton County.

Amid the streets of Monmouth, a significant piece of Old West history is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Jason Robbins, a local entrepreneur with a passion for historical preservation, is leading the restoration of the birthplace of Wyatt Earp, the legendary lawman whose name is synonymous with frontier justice.

On August 26, the American Legion in Monmouth, Illinois, will host the 8th annual RileyStrong Color Run. This event honors the memory of Riley Thomas, a brave young girl who passed away only nine days after her 12th birthday following a nearly nine-month battle with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive childhood cancer.

Soil wants to support life. Soil has indeed supported every life form that has ever existed on this Earth. Nothing is anything without soil. Soil has been made out of things that were once living. And while soil is the foundation of life, I find it ironic it also absorbs life to give itself life. It is a beautiful cycle.

What do you think of when you hear the word "Frontier"? The Wild West? Army forts? The Indian Wars? Those may sound like they happened in places far away, but there was a time when Forgottonia was The Wild Frontier.

Welcome to the second edition of The Forgottonia Times™! Last month, we launched our free monthly publication with hopes and aspirations to engage with our fellow Forgottonians and build the support required to sustain a paper dedicated to serving the people of Forgottonia.

Nestled in the heart of Canton, Hannam's Dairy Dream is more than an ordinary ice cream parlor; it’s a cherished local institution brimming with history and sweet treats that have delighted generations.

On Saturday, July 13th, several students from Bushnell-Prairie City Schools had the thrilling opportunity to sing at the Cubs/Cardinals game at Busch Stadium.

The largest and most interactive Monopoly game to date debuted on May 9th. In the heart of Macomb’s downtown square are oversized sculptures of spinning dice, a gameboard, a stovepipe hat, and a statue of the creator herself.

Local father-daughter band “JustUs” gears up to perform at the Illinois State Fair on August 14th.

Gavin Gerard, a Carl Sandburg College student, won the bronze medal in masonry at the SkillsUSA Championships held in Atlanta. This remarkable achievement made Gerard the first student in the school's history to secure a national medal in this prestigious competition.

A significant transition quietly took place at Snowman's Reindeer Farm last month. After nine years, the picturesque winter wonderland, which springs to life each November and December, is now under new ownership.

For the fifty-one campers attending Camp Kidz this summer, the six-week program run by Thrive is much more than just a typical summer camp.

Have you wondered where that delightful smell and lively music has been coming from every month this summer? Don't miss out! Seminary Street will come alive one last time to wrap up summer with First Fridays on Seminary Street.