Maddy’s Coffee House is turning up the heat again this spring with a creative DIY hat burning event on Sunday, April 13 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hosted in collaboration with Wildflowers & Barley out of Springfield, the event invites guests to design and burn custom patterns into hats, with guidance from experienced artists.

For McKinley Rexroat, the decision to stay local for college wasn’t always easy. But now, as a rising figure in the pageant world, she’s certain she made the right choice.

A small brick building on South Pearl Street is about to become a place of big impact. The Lighthouse, a new Christ-centered outreach center, will officially open on Monday, April 28, at 239 S. Pearl Street, offering support to individuals in Galesburg who are struggling with homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges, or simply in need of a safe, welcoming space.

Families across Roseville and the surrounding area are invited to Eldridge Park on Saturday, April 5, for a festive evening of community, celebration, and tradition as the Living Light Church hosts its second annual Easter in the Park.

A compelling chapter of local and American history will come to life as the Western Illinois Museum presents a living history performance of Lucy Pettengill, a station operator on the Underground Railroad.

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.

As the sun begins its descent over the beautiful Lake Storey on Saturday, March 29, 2025, the doors of the Lake Storey Pavilion will swing open, welcoming dancers of all levels to an afternoon and evening of rhythm, music, and timeless movement.

Prairie Land Conservancy, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving natural habitats in west-central Illinois, is hosting two major events this March: the opening of a new bird sanctuary and its annual meeting, both aimed at celebrating conservation efforts and fostering community engagement.

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.

It’s about that time of year when you go into Farm King and see the cutest little fluff balls you’ve ever seen. And if you’re anything like me, you can’t resist taking a couple or ten. It can’t be that hard, right?

Standing proudly in the heart of Ellisville, the Ellisville Opera House has long been a symbol of resilience and artistic spirit since its construction in 1891.

Some of the parents might have said it themselves when they were younger. It's perfectly natural for a kid growing up out here on the prairie to imagine the great, big world beyond.

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.

The Galesburg Fire Department presented Joseph Lamnert with a Civic Excellence Award today, recognizing his heroic actions in extinguishing a kitchen fire in his neighbor’s apartment.

Six days was all that was needed for every ticket to be claimed. What began as a nod to history has now become one of the most anticipated events of Canton’s Bicentennial celebration—a sold-out concert that echoes one of the city’s most legendary nights.

Few voices in Central Illinois broadcasting have the depth of connection and insight that Christine Zak-Edmonds brings. As the longtime host of Consider This, the WTVP PBS program featuring in-depth conversations with regional leaders and storytellers, Zak-Edmonds remains a vital conduit for dialogue in the community.

Knoxville’s St. Patrick’s Day parade and party, appropriately dubbed “Shamroxville,” is back and bigger than ever on Saturday, March 15.

The hum of conversation and the steady shuffle of boots filled Western Hall on February 8 and 9 as Western Illinois University hosted its 53rd Annual Ag Mech Farm Expo, the largest student-run agricultural event in the country.

Calling all Swifties! It’s time to lace up those skates, trade friendship bracelets, and glide through an afternoon of music, movement, and pure Taylor Swift magic. On Saturday, March 15, Skateland Canton will transform into a haven for fans of the global pop sensation, inviting attendees to “Skate It Off” from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The Bushnell Busy B's 4-H Club met Sunday, February 16, 2025, in Bushnell. Seven 4-H members, 1 Cloverbud, and 1 guest were present