Alivia Derham, APRN, orthopedic nurse practitioner at Graham Medical Group in Galesburg, Illinois.

Galesburg In Focus ·

Alivia Derham, APRN — Graham Medical Group brings orthopedic care home to Galesburg

Orthopedic nurse practitioner Alivia Derham joins Galesburg In Focus to talk about Graham Medical Group's expanding orthopedic team, a new outpatient surgery center coming this fall, and what it means to bring specialized care back to the community.

Galesburg's Morning News ·

Trinette Olin — The Bicentennial Year and the Forgotten Name

Alexis author Trinette Olin joins Galesburg's Morning News to talk about her debut children's novel — a story of letters, a grandmother's missing middle name, and a very ferocious dog.

City of Galesburg special projects coordinator Tom Simkins.

Galesburg's Morning News ·

Tom Simkins, City of Galesburg — Volunteer tree planting Saturday and the push for 1,000 trees

City of Galesburg Special Projects Coordinator Tom Simkins joins Galesburg's Morning News to talk about Saturday's volunteer tree planting event, the Marte Glass memorial dogwood, and Project 350's ambitious push to reach 1,000 trees.

Andrew Driscoll, executive director of the Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg, Illinois, interviewed on Galesburg's Morning News.

Galesburg's Morning News ·

Andrew Driscoll, Orpheum Theatre — Season finale, summer comedy, and a transformative state grant

Orpheum Theatre Executive Director Andrew Driscoll joins Galesburg's Morning News to talk about the final three shows of the season, a summer comedy series, and a nearly $100,000 state grant that could transform the historic venue.

Galesburg's Morning News ·

City Matters | Eric Hanson — vacant lots, South Lake Storey Road, and what’s next for Galesburg

Vacant lots, a speed limit vote, transit grants, a Jet-Vac truck, and an update on the new dispatch center — City Manager Eric Hanson joins Galesburg's Morning News ahead of tonight's council meeting.

Dan Swanson, Megan Brown, Bridgette Teel, and Tracy Lannholm at WGIL studios

Galesburg In Focus ·

Veteran & Senior Fair returns April 29 — Rep. Swanson and Seminary Village on what to expect

Nearly 60 vendors, free health screenings, haircuts for veterans, and a continental breakfast — the seventh annual Veteran & Senior Fair comes to The Vault in downtown Galesburg on April 29.

Cover of the City of Galesburg 2025 Annual Report

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$86 million, 53,980 calls, 25 years: Galesburg by the numbers

The City of Galesburg has released its 2025 Annual Report. Here are the numbers that defined the year across economic development, public safety, parks, and more.

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WGIL quiz graphic — How well do you know Galesburg in 2025?

Quiz: How well do you know Galesburg’s 2025 by the numbers?

The City of Galesburg just released its 2025 Annual Report. Test your knowledge of the numbers behind a busy year in Galesburg.

Aerial map showing the U.S. 150/Illinois 78 resurfacing project area between Laura and Brimfield, Illinois.

U.S. 150/Illinois 78 resurfacing begins Tuesday between Brimfield and Laura

IDOT says resurfacing work on U.S. 150/Illinois 78 starts April 28 and will reduce the road to one lane through mid-July. Expect delays between Brimfield and Laura.

The Carnival Delights food truck parked at Walmart in Galesburg, Illinois, on April 23, 2026. Ready to repost the full corrected body when you are — new lead, closing paragraph added, 2018 reference moved to the end.

From lobster rolls to sidewalk cocktails: Galesburg’s 2026 outdoor dining and food truck guide

Galesburg has issued permits to 15 food truck vendors and nine restaurants with sidewalk cafes for the 2026 season. Here's the full list and what the rules say.

Knox County property transfers for April 16-22, 2026 — see a list of home and other sales

A list of real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Knox County the week of April 16-22, 2026.

The 1987 Galesburg Silver Streaks baseball team, which reached the IHSA Elite 8.

How the 1987 Silver Streaks baseball team made an unlikely run to the Elite 8

Evan Massey tells the story of the 1987 Galesburg Silver Streaks baseball team, which recovered from a seven-game losing streak to reach the IHSA Elite 8 for the first time in 14 years.

Volunteers gather around a newly planted Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple at Cooke Park in Galesburg, Illinois, during a 2025 tree planting event.

Galesburg needs volunteers Saturday to plant 28 trees — and the city is chasing a milestone

The City of Galesburg invites volunteers to help plant 28 trees Saturday morning across four parks — part of a push to reach 1,000 trees planted under Project 350 since 2022.

Knox County rabies vaccination clinics spring 2026 — required for all dogs and cats 4 months and older.

Knox County rabies vaccination clinics scheduled for spring 2026 — dogs and cats required by law

Illinois law requires all dogs and cats 4 months and older to be vaccinated for rabies. Knox County veterinarians are hosting clinics across the area beginning in May.

Abingdon-Avon High School threat investigated, cleared by law enforcement Wednesday

A potential threat reported at Abingdon-Avon High School on Wednesday was investigated by the school resource officer and determined to be not credible. School continued as normal.

West End star Louise Dearman performs with orchestra — making her U.S. solo debut at the Galesburg Orpheum Theatre on May 16, 2026.

Orpheum Theatre books a world first — and it’s coming to Galesburg next month

Louise Dearman — the only performer to have played both lead roles in Wicked on the West End — will make her U.S. solo debut at the Galesburg Orpheum on May 16.

The Orpheum Theatre in downtown Galesburg, Illinois, recipient of a $99,250 Illinois DCEO tourism matching grant for LED stage lighting.

State grant could transform Orpheum Theatre into a world-class performance venue — if Galesburg matches it

A $99,250 state tourism grant would fund a complete LED lighting overhaul at the Orpheum — bringing the historic theater up to the standard of major professional venues and opening the door to bigger touring acts.

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