Lawson-Weaver appointed Knox County State’s Attorney

Sherry Lawson-Weaver She won’t be in the top job for long, but she’ll officially have it. The Knox County Board Wednesday night approved appointing local attorney Sherry Lawson-Weaver as Knox County State’s Attorney. This, after Jeremy Karlin
PHOTOS: Seen on Scene at 2024 Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce Dinner

The Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce recognized excellence and innovation within the local business community at its annual awards dinner Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at The Vault at Reserve Artisan Ales. (Photo courtesy Bill Gaither) The Galesburg
Incumbents pick up paperwork to run for Galesburg offices next year

In the early days of picking up nominating paperwork for City-elected offices in 2025 only incumbents have emerged. Campaigns are getting underway for Galesburg Mayor, City Clerk, Township Assessor, and Wards 2, 4, and 6 on the
Take a listen to Jelly Roll’s song ‘Liar’ from upcoming LP ‘Beautifully Broken’

Jelly Roll has released “Liar,” the newest track from his forthcoming album Beautifully Broken which drops on October 11. Written by Jelly Roll along with Ben Johnson, Ashley Gorley and Taylor Phillips, “Liar” first debuted at the 2024
Lainey Wilson and Sam Hunt to headline 2025 Gulf Coast Jam

Gulf Coast Jam announced that Lainey Wilson will join Sam Hunt to serve as headliners at the 2025 edition of the Gulf Coast Jam. Additional headliners and the full lineup will be announced in the coming weeks.