Prairie Hills Resource Conservation & Development welcomes people to a special Open House this summer at Spoon River Outreach Center to celebrate our many expanding programs!

Monmouth College is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative force in higher education, with President Patricia Draves calling it part of a broader “digital transformation” initiative.

This year's Great Balloon Race is taking place from July 25th-27th at Lake Storey Park in Galesburg, Illinois. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the race!

Signature smashburgers, horseshoes piled high with toppings, ice cream, and tacos, Archie’s is bringing fresh energy—and fresh food—to the local dining scene.

The 2025 Fulton County Fair in Lewistown, Illinois is gearing up for a full week of exciting grandstand events, running from Monday, July 21 through Saturday, July 26.

During the Canton Bicentennial, inside the quaint Historic Train Depot, visitors are transported through nearly two centuries of agricultural perseverance and innovation.

As you may surmise, a Mr. Ferris invented the Ferris Wheel. His full name was…

When you think of a county fair, what comes to mind? Maybe the races or live music? Certainly, the Ferris wheel and lots of deliciously gluttonous food! But have you ever stopped to consider how these celebrations began?

In the heart of Bushnell, where baseball bats ring with the sound of hits and children's shouting and excitement can be heard, a story of extraordinary resilience and love continues to ripple through the community.

Board Chairman, Dan Bowman, and President/CEO, Brad Ray are pleased to announce the addition of Alyssa Stewart to the Board of Directors of Security Savings Bank.

Pegasus Manufacturing, Inc., a Galesburg company specializing in high-precision components for aerospace, defense, medical, and automotive sectors, has been named the 2025 Illinois Manufacturer of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Learn about how community gardens are producing for our communities.

The story of KK Stevens Publishing Co. begins with a man named Kenneth Keith Stevens—affectionately known as Ken.

As the Monmouth Municipal Band approaches the end of its remarkable 95th season, local audiences still have two final chances to enjoy their spirited performances this summer.

Canton Community Concert Association was pleased to announce its 70th season of bringing high-level, professional musical entertainment to Canton area audiences with its 2025-2026 Membership Drive Kickoff on June 12, 2025.

This month, Unforgettable Forgottonia will once again pulse with music, laughter, and celebration as Macomb hosts its 43rd Annual Heritage Days Festival. From June 26–29, this cherished four-day event brings a rich mix of tradition and entertainment to the streets of downtown Macomb — and it’s free to the public.

You are cordially invited to an opening night to die for. Join us for a glamorous evening of fine art, exquisite flavors … and deadly intrigue.

The ghosts of Greenbush Cemetery call to me,

Aged voices of those long gone

Groaning out at me, the living,

Asking me to speak their memories into song.

The Knox County Farm Safety Camp for youth ages 8 to 13 is scheduled for Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the Knox County Fairgrounds.