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Illinois Valley Community College Welcomes New Leadership and Approves Campus Initiatives

Illinois Valley Community College has elected Jay McCracken as board chair during its recent organizational meeting. Two new trustees, Bill Hunt and Lynda Marlene Moshage, also joined the board. Angela Stevenson was selected as vice chair, while Dr. Maureen Rebholz will serve as secretary. ...
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Arrest made in Aggravated Kidnapping case

On March 27th, the McDonough County States Attorney’s Office issued an arrest warrant for Jamil A. Purnell for the offense of Aggravated Kidnapping. On Wednesday, April 23rd, the U.S. Marshals Service located Purnell after an extensive investigation. Purnell was subsequently taken into custody. The Macomb ...
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Senator Li Arellano, Jr. Announces Over $34,000 in State Library Grants

State Senator Li Arellano, Jr (R-Dixon) is proud to announce that more than $34,000 in state-sponsored library grants have been awarded to public schools throughout his district. The annual grants, administered by the Illinois Secretary of State’s office, are aimed at supporting school libraries serving students ...
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Rep. Fritts Honors Local Women at Women to Watch Event

Yesterday, State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) welcomed Dallas Knack and Dr. Jennifer Hintzsche to the Women to Watch Event in Springfield. The event consisted of a breakfast, listening session, networking lunch, and informational seminar from other women in leadership roles. “I was thrilled to welcome ...
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Tee Off for Education at Visitation Giants on the Green Fundraiser May 31, 2025

Golf enthusiasts and community supporters are gearing up for the Giants on the Green event on May 31, 2025, at Midland Golf Club in Kewanee. Registration is at 9 AM, and the shotgun start is at 10 AM. Organized by Visitation Catholic School, the ...
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Free Car Seat Checks on April 27, 2025, at Kewanee City Hall, Free ROTH ID Tag with Installation

The Kewanee Police Department, joined by Farmers Insurance agent Amber Patch-Troxell, is working to boost child safety with ROTH ID Tags. These special tags, valued at $20, help first responders quickly identify children and contact families in emergencies, especially if a driver is unable ...
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Illinois Retired Teachers Association Offers $42,000 in Grants for Educators, Deadline to Apply is June 1st

The Illinois Retired Teachers Association Foundation is offering $42,000 in grant money to support public school educators across the state. These grants aim to provide extra resources for Pre-K through 12th-grade teachers, enabling students to engage in special classroom projects. To participate, educators are ...
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Galesburg Announces New Energy Rates with Aggregation Contract with Constellation Energy

Galesburg residents and small businesses will soon receive letters from Constellation outlining the community’s municipal energy aggregation contract. The new agreement secures a fixed electricity rate of 10.89 cents per kilowatt hour, in effect from July 2025 through June 2026. Enrollment in this program ...
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Illinois Valley Community College Celebrates 59th Commencement with Keynote by Philanthropist Nicki McVey

Illinois Valley Community College is set to celebrate its 59th annual commencement on May 17, 2025. This year’s keynote speaker is Nicki McVey, a nursing graduate and philanthropist, who will address approximately 200 participating students. In addition to the main ceremony, special events are ...
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Michigan MOMsemble Brings Humorous Musical Parodies to Princeton’s Grace Theater on May 2nd and 3rd

The Michigan MOMsemble brings its musical wit to Princeton’s Grace Theater on May 2 and 3, 2025, at 7 PM, courtesy of Festival 56 and the Princeton Theater Group. Founded by Laura Brigham, this group of talented Michigan mothers has been entertaining audiences since ...
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Illinois Valley Community College Begins Major Renovations with $3.8 Million Project Approval

Illinois Valley Community College is set for extensive upgrades following the board’s approval of a $3.8 million bid to Vissering Construction. Planned renovations will bring a state-of-the-art microbiology lab, modernize the Assessment Center, and transform the cafeteria corridor, aiming to enhance learning spaces and ...
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International Student Zixuan Yang Triumphs in Paul Simon Essay Contest at IVCC

Zixuan "Maggie" Yang, an international student at Illinois Valley Community College, has earned top honors in the Paul Simon Essay Contest. Her powerful essay detailed personal experiences with cultural adaptation and confronting mental health challenges since arriving in the United States. Yang’s honest reflections ...
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