Galesburg"s Morning News

00:12:43

What to expect from Graham Health's new ambulatory...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/26

Last week, the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board granted approval for the construction of Graham Health System’s new Ambulatory Surgery Center in Galesburg. The development will mark the third phase of the Graham Medical Group Center for Ambulatory Care, located at 2028 N. Seminary St., and is part of a $20 million investment in healthcare for the region. Michelle Daly, vice president of Clinic Operations for Graham, and David Guille, director of surgery, joined WGIL's Jay Redfern

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00:13:46

What you need to know about Abingdon-Avon's proposed...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/25

Voters who reside in the Abingdon-Avon school district will be asked to support an 11-cent property tax levy on April 1. The levy would generate $6 million in revenue, which would be invested in improving school buildings and grounds over the next two years. The levy question will appear on the ballot for the April 1 Consolidated Election. Bill Walters, superintendent of Abingdon-Avon District 276, joined WGIL's Jay Redfern and Tyler Gumm on Galesburg's Morning News to break down the issue. Tax Levy

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00:14:53

Behind the curtain: Two Trains Running stopping at...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/24

The historic Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg is hosting a touring production of August Wilson's play "Two Trains Running." This Pulitzer and Tony-nominated play, set in the 1960s, focuses on a diner owner in Pittsburgh grappling with decisions during the civil rights movement. [caption id="attachment_671799" align="alignleft" width="200"] DeAnna Supplee[/caption] The production is by New York City’s The Acting Company and explores themes of community resilience, hope, and perseverance. The show is set

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00:12:33

Skills and Tech: Galesburg Public Library more than...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/21

The Galesburg Public Library offers Skills and Tech Labs, providing access to diverse equipment like 3D printers, sewing machines, and VR headsets, as well as a sound booth for recording, and much more. Emma Cork, Lab Manager and Reference Librarian at Galesburg Public Library, joins WGIL's Tyler Gumm and Jay Redfern on Galesburg's Morning News to talk about everything the skills and tech labs have to offer. According to Cork: The Skills Lab is designed as "a place to learn new skills" where

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00:13:42

America’s Rock Illusionist: Magic Rocks at The...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/20

You’ve seen him on America’s Got Talent, Jimmy Fallon, Masters of Illusion, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us! And Saturday, March 22, you can see Illusionist Leon Etienne’s jaw-dropping, critically acclaimed hit show Magic Rocks right here at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Downtown Galesburg. Hailed by critics as "America’s Rock Illusionist," Leon is a worldwide hit with audiences, critics, and producers. He joined WGIL's Tyler Gumm and Jay Redfern on Galesburg's Morning News to provide a glimpse of what

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00:12:21

TRIAD: Improving and securing the lives of Knox...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/20

Knox County TRIAD for Senior Citizens works to improve the quality of life for senior citizens by providing the exchange of information between law enforcement and persons aged 60 or older. Kimberley Jenkins, a Knox County Sheriff’s Office deputy and the coordinator of the program, joined WGIL's Tyler Gumm and Jay Redfern to talk about TRIAD. Among the services TRIAD offers are: Focus on senior citizen welfare and safety, including home checks of seniors. Safety provisions, such as smoke alarms,

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00:06:14

Galesburg Reads: April 2025 Community Events

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/19

Galesburg Reads, a program of the Galesburg Public Library made possible by an Illinois Humanities grant, is hosting a series of events in April. Kayla Whitmer, Reference Department Supervisor at the Galesburg Public Library, joined Galesburg's Morning News to talk about Galesburg Reads. The year's theme centers on themes of justice and incarceration. The program features book discussions of Correction by Ben Austen, Exoneree Diaries by Alison Flowers, and The Bezzle by Cory Doctorow, as well as the

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00:00:01

Play ball! Streaks set to open 2025 baseball season

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/18

Believe it or not, baseball isnt just around the corner anymore, it’s here. With Galesburg High School set to open the 2025 season Thursday through Saturday at the Metro East Classic near St. Louis, Silver Streaks head coach Jeremy Pickrel joined WGIL's Jay Redfern on Galesburg's Morning News to preview the season. A notable change this year is the shift from Saturday Western Big 6 Conference doubleheaders to Monday and Wednesday games, a move intended to better align with postseason opponents and

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00:12:55

City Matters: Public transportation funding, crack...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/17

Galesburg City Manager Eric Hanson joined WGIL’s Jay Redfern on Galesburg’s Morning News to preview the Monday March 17, 2025, City Council meeting. Among the items discussed were: Downstate Public Transit Operating Assistance Grant The City Council will discuss the authorization of a downstate public transit operating assistance grant starting July 1. Hanson notes that this is a regular annual process for seeking funding, with the "vast vast majority of transit funding actually coming through state

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00:11:08

Severe weather on tap for tonight: Here's the latest...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/14

All of Illinois and much of the Midwest is preparing for the first severe storms of the season tonight. Mike Albano, a meterologist with the National Weather Service Central Illinois office in Lincoln, joined WGIL's Tyler Gumm and Jay Redfern on Galesburg's Morning News to provide a forecast of the storms. Imminent Severe Weather Threat: Central Illinois and much of the Midwest are bracing for the first severe storms of the season. The storms are expected to develop in central Iowa and Missouri

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00:22:00

Election Essentials: What Knox County voters should...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/13

The 2025 Consolidated Election is Tuesday, April 1. Voters will elect candidates for Mayor, City Clerk, Alderpersons, School Boards, Township positions and more. Knox County Clerk Scott Erickson joined WGIL's Jay Redfern and Tyler Gumm on Galesburg's Morning News to preview the election. The interview covers: Voting options: There are three ways to vote: early voting, mail-in voting, and voting in person on Election Day. Most Common Voting Method: Scott discussed which method is most popular in Knox

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00:14:56

The GAVC Advantage: Real-world skills for real-world...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/12

The finish line of the 2024-25 school year is in sight, but there’s still plenty going on at the Galesburg Area Vocational Center. Adam Seaney. director at GAVC, joined WGIL's Tyler Gumm and Jay Redfern on Galesburg's Morning News to talk about some upcoming events and the mission of GAVC. Four students — Don Patrick of Galesburg, Addison Courtright of ROWVA, Ava Howerton of United and Caleb Strange of Monmouth-Roseville — joined Seaney to share their experiences at GAVC. [caption

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00:17:51

A 4-year applied bachelor's degree at Sandburg...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/10

Gov. JB Pritzker has offered a proposal that would allow some community colleges to offer four-year baccalaureate degrees. The goal, according to the governor’s office, would be to make four-year degrees more accessible to working adults, particularly those who don’t live near a public university. Carl Sandburg College President Seamus Reilly joined WGIL's Jay Redfern and Tyler Gumm on Galesburg's Morning News to offer some local perspective on the topic. These are not typical bachelor's degrees

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00:10:52

ROWVA Community Open House: A night of celebration

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/10

ROWVA Schools Community Night showcases student projects and activities from preschool through high school. On Thursday, March 13, attendees can enjoy a dinner, classroom spotlights, and various exhibitions. The open house aims to foster community engagement and highlight the positive aspects of the school district. Grant Gullstrand and Kerry Danner of ROWVA joined Galesburg's Morning News to preview the annual event. Times Dinner: 4:45 p.m. Classroom Spotlights: 5-8 p.m. Senior vs. Staff Volleyball

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00:18:25

Dante & Dory's: More than a traditional pet store

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/07

A new premium pet retail store named Dante & Dory’s: A Pet Destination is opening this spring in downtown Galesburg, promising to be more than a traditional pet shop. Dante & Dory’s will be located at 354 E. Main St., most recently a Dollar General and for many years an Osco Drug Store. Co-owner Candace D’Agnolo, Pet Center Director Stephanie Hall and the inspiration behind the name, Dante & Dory, joined WGIL's Jay Redfern and Tyler Gumm on Galesburg's Morning News to talk about the new venture. The

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00:19:20

Catapult Shadow Illusion Dance: From America's Got...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/06

America’s Got Talent Finalist CATAPULT Dance will premiere a brand-new show at 7:30 p.m. Saturday March 15 at the historic Orpheum Theatre. Andrew Driscoll, executive director of the Orpheum, and Adam Battelstein, CATAPULT's founder and director, joined WGIL's Tyler Gumm and Jay Redfern on Galesburg's Morning News to preview the show. The dancing visionaries tell stories by creating a series of shadows with light projected from the back of the theatre towards a scrim on the front of the stage

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00:14:56

Staying safe in severe weather: Facts, myths and...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/06

Randy Hovind, Galesburg Fire Chief and Knox County Emergency Management Coordinator, joined WGIL's Tyler Gumm and Jay Redfern on Galesburg's Morning News to talk about Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Hovind talks about: Importance of preparedness for severe weather events Understanding local hazards and risks Effective use of alert systems (Code Red & Sirens) Addressing common misconceptions and apathy

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00:11:56

Nonprofits, teachers encouraged to apply for...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/04

From March 3-21, nonprofit organizations in Alexis, Knoxville, Monmouth, Roseville, and Williamsfield are encouraged to apply for community grants at yourgcf.org/communitygrants. These grants are possible because of the Community Funds in each town. Initiated by Galesburg Community Foundation and developed by local residents, Community Funds are built through gifts from individuals who love their communities. They are guided by local advisory boards empowered to award grants that positively impact

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00:15:49

From scholarships to seedlings: What's new at Knox...

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/04

[caption id="attachment_667756" align="alignleft" width="200"] Kara Downin[/caption] Kara Downin, resource conservationist with Knox County Soil and Water Conservation District, joined WGIL's Tyler Gumm and Jay Redfern on Galesburg's Morning News to highlight upcoming events and programs, including: Sanford Scholarship application Spring sales (tree seedlings, native seed, fish, native plant plugs) Available cost-share to seal abandoned water wells – searching for a location to be our 2025

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00:22:01

Behind the curtain: Exploring Knox College's Rep Term

Galesburg"s Morning News ·

2025/03/03

Have you heard of Rep Term? If not, Rep Term is Knox College's longest running immersive term. Students spend an entire term forming a repertory theater company, and their work culminates in rotating performances of two shows. Students engage in all facets of theater work, from the stage to behind the scenes. Rep Term is the only undergraduate theater program in the United States that embeds academic study of theater within the experience of forming a repertory company that produces two fully staged

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