Meet Rika, Geneseo High School’s certified therapy dog! Learn how the yellow Labrador helps students and staff manage stress, find comfort, and feel connected at GHS.
Read moreCity of Geneseo opens 2026 Holiday Lighting Contest with $250 top prize
The City of Geneseo has opened its 2026 Holiday Lighting Contest, inviting residents to showcase their festive displays and compete for a $250 top prize.
Read moreGeneseo's Proposed 2027 Budget Focuses on Infrastructure, Utilities, and City Services
Geneseo's proposed 2027 budget prioritizes infrastructure improvements, utility upgrades, public safety, and city services while addressing rising costs and long-term financial needs.
Read moreHenry County Board Approves Budget, Infrastructure Projects, and New Energy Storage Regulations
The Henry County Board approved its budget, advanced infrastructure projects, and adopted new energy storage regulations addressing development in Henry County, Illinois.
Read moreStories of Jimmy Buffett to Be Presented at Geneseo Library
Celebrate the music and memories of Jimmy Buffett at the Geneseo Public Library on November 4 at 2 p.m. Enjoy stories, concert memories, and interactive sing-alongs.
Read moreHenry & Stark County Health Departments & First Choice Healthcare Offer Halloween Safety Tips
The Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare share Halloween safety tips for families, including illness prevention, hand hygiene, and precautions against falls and traffic accidents.
Read moreGeneseo City Council to Hold Three Meetings Tuesday Night Covering 2027 Budget, Property Tax Increase, and Bond Abatement
The Geneseo City Council will hold three meetings October 27 to review and potentially approve the 2027 budget, discuss a proposed 4.99% property tax levy increase, consider bond tax abatement, and review capital improvement plans.
Read moreHammond-Henry Hospital, Geneseo Police IMPACT Partnership Earns State Innovation Award
Hammond-Henry Hospital and Geneseo Police Department’s IMPACT partnership earns a 2026 ICAHN Innovation Award for its collaborative approach to mental health crisis response and community support.
Read moreGeneseo Senior Advances in National Coca-Cola Scholarship Competition
Esref Onder, a senior at Geneseo High School and a resident of Colona, has been named a semifinalist in the 2027 Coca-Cola Scholars Program.
Read moreFlight Data Shows Plane's Final Minutes Before Rural Geneseo Crash
Small plane crashes in a cornfield east of Geneseo, Illinois; pilot airlifted to Iowa hospital. Flight data, aircraft details, and the latest.
Read moreThe Well Studio Opens in Geneseo
Devon Schaaf opened The Well Studio in Geneseo to offer restorative stretching and stress management in a calming space designed to help people slow down, breathe and reset.
Read moreSmall Plane Crashes East of Geneseo; Pilot Transported to Hospital
A small plane crashed east of Geneseo near Route 6 and East 1700 Street on October 21. The pilot was transported to University of Iowa Hospitals as authorities investigate.
Read moreKewanee Data Center Proposal Calls for 10 Megawatts of Power, 20,000 Gallons of Diesel Storage
Newly obtained records reveal details of Kewanee’s proposed data center, including 10 megawatts of power, 20,000 gallons of diesel storage, projected jobs, environmental concerns, and unanswered questions.
Read moreUnderstanding Faith’s Law: What Illinois Parents Should Know About Student Safety, School Employees, and Volunteers
Learn what Illinois parents should know about Faith’s Law, including student safety, school employee conduct, volunteer responsibilities, background checks, and parental notification requirements.
Read moreHammond-Henry Tax Levy Nears $1 Million After 5% Increase
Hammond-Henry Hospital's board approved a $998,953 property tax levy request for 2026, a nearly 5% increase. The levy has risen 27.6% since 2021.
Read moreTaylor & Co. Flower Farm Bringing Christmas Tree Tradition to Geneseo This Holiday Season
Taylor & Co. Flower Farm in Geneseo is opening its first Christmas tree lot November 27–29, featuring fresh Fraser fir trees, handmade wreaths, holiday decorations, and festive family activities.
Read moreHenry County Begins Examining Data Center Industry
Henry County's Planning and Development Committee is examining the data center industry, including potential development opportunities and land-use considerations as interest in the industry grows.
Read moreWitches, Brews & Boos, Downtown Shopping and Business Grand Opening Highlight Thursday in Geneseo
Downtown Geneseo comes alive Thursday, October 22, with Witches, Brews & Boos, Halloween activities, shopping, dining, a CMC Resources grand opening and an evening movie at Central Theater.
Read moreHenry County Clerk Confirms Vote-by-Mail Procedures Remain Unchanged Ahead of November Election
Henry County Clerk Barbara Link confirms vote-by-mail procedures remain unchanged for the November 3 election. Learn how to return and track ballots, important deadlines, and Saturday early voting hours.
Read moreGHS Fall Play Opens Friday
Geneseo High School’s drama department presents “Parents Just Don’t Understand” Oct. 23–25 at DePauw Theatre. The comedy explores relationships between teens and parents through 10 scenes. Tickets are $10 at the door.
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