Dedicated nurse, devoted public servant: Alice Stenander leaves Galesburg legacy

Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Alice Stenander, left, and executive director Pam Gaither. (Photo courtesy Pam Gaither) A dedicated nurse whose 55-year career touched countless lives and whose generous spirit fueled decades of public service in
Aviator, Athlete, Free Spirit: Galesburg native Sid Cisco dies at 69

Francis E “Sid” Cisco A Galesburg native known for his bowling achievements and a passion for aviation has died. Francis E “Sid” Cisco of Naples, Florida, formerly of Galesburg, died Sunday, March 16. He was 69. A
Grand reopening Thursday for Sandburg’s renovated Student Center. Here’s a sneak peek

Carl Sandburg College will host a grand reopening for its newly renovated Student Center from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, April 10 on its Galesburg campus. (CARL SANDBURG COLLEGE) Carl Sandburg College will host a grand reopening for its
Wynonna Judd announces first-ever Greatest Hits Tour

Wynonna Judd is hitting the road to celebrate four decades of chart-topping hits on the Wynonna Judd: The Greatest Hits Tour. Wynonna Judd: The Greatest Hits Tour kicks-off June 13th in LaGrange, Georgia and will spotlight songs
Tim McGraw drops ‘Paper Umbrellas’ featuring Parker McCollum

Tim McGraw has released his new song “Paper Umbrellas” featuring Parker McCollum, a fresh take on the fan-favorite track from McGraw’s 2023 album “Standing Room Only.” The collaboration was written by Monty Criswell and Drake Milligan and
Safety overhaul for south-side Galesburg rail crossings gains ground. Here’s what is next

A $3.5 million plan to enhance safety at eight south-side railroad crossings and close another in Galesburg is finally starting to see progress nearly two years after its announcement. (JAY REDFERN/WGIL) A $3.5 million plan to enhance