City of Galesburg Community Easter Egg HuntContact: Angie Buchen, Recreation SupervisorPhone: 309-345-3684Email: abuchen@ci.galesburg.il.us Galesburg, IL (March 28, 2025): The City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation Department will host the annual community Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Lakeside Recreation Facility. The Annual Easter Egg Hunt is a free event, sponsored by Hy-Vee, 105.3 KFM, and many other local businesses. This free event for area youth ages 2-11
Downtown Galesburg Revitalization: Simmons Street Construction Begins March 31st Contact: Aaron Gavin, Public Works Director Email: agavin@ci.galesburg.il.us Galesburg, IL (March 24, 2025) The City of Galesburg is pleased to announce that construction will begin on the Simmons Street streetscape and parking lot Improvements on Monday, March 31, 2025. This significant revitalization project, located on Simmons Street between Prairie Street and Kellogg Street and the adjacent City parking lot at 235
Kathryn E. Jennings has been appointed to the role of Regional Superintendent of the Regional Office of Education #33, serving Henderson, Knox, Mercer, and Warren Counties on July 1, 2025. She will succeed the current Regional Superintendent, Jodi L. Scott, as she retires from the position. Kathryn E. Jennings, 39, is a current resident of Abingdon; Kathryn (Katie) grew up in Oquawka, attending Union Elementary until moving to Avon in sixth grade. She graduated from Avon High School in 2004 and earned
Boost your brand’s visibility in a fun, engaging way by teaming up with the Chamber! All you need to do is provide us with your branded wearable merchandise, and we’ll showcase it on our social media platforms. This partnership gives your business the chance to reach a larger audience while giving the Chamber your exciting, branded items to share with our community. It’s a win-win—promoting local businesses and making our events and initiatives even more personal and connected. Let’s work together to
Partnering with the Chamber of Commerce for a Try It Tuesday Visit offers a unique opportunity to showcase your business and connect with the local community. During the event, a Chamber representative will visit your business to try one of your products or services on video, sharing their experience with the Chamber’s audience. This collaboration allows you to highlight what makes your business special in a fun and authentic way, all while reaching a broader audience through the Chamber's social media
NEWS ALERT! Our 2025 Partnership Menu is available! https://bit.ly/2025_SponsorshipMenuOur members asked and we listened! New for 2025 includes:Sunrise Leadership Breakfast in FebruaryBrand Impact Package - yes, we can help boost your brand exposure!Try It Tuesday Visits - we'll try your "thing" and share it with our audience!Evening of Excellence - the reimagined Annual Dinner with a twist!Plus our other traditional events!