Public records obtained by The Geneseo Current show that developer Pawel Nowak left Mayor Gary Moore a voicemail on July 1, 2026, weeks before the mayor publicly called for the city to begin discussing data center regulations. The records do not establish whether that voicemail discussed a data center.
Read moreSale Finalized for New Jimmy John’s and Dunkin’ Location in Geneseo
The sale of the future Jimmy John’s and Dunkin’ location in Geneseo closed Oct. 1. The property was purchased by JJ’s of Macomb, LLC.
Construction and renovation work is expected to begin in the near future. Plans call for the building to house both a Jimmy John’s sandwich shop and a Dunkin’ restaurant.
The businesses are anticipated to open in summer 2027. Additional information will be shared as the project moves forward.
State Street Newswire - October 16, 2026
From what's happening in local kitchens to what's happening inside our schools, we've got inspections, education, agriculture, and community health on the agenda. Plus, a little free pizza never hurt anybody. It’s Friday morning October 16, 2026 and This is the State Street Newswire.
Read moreGeneseo School Board Takes Meetings Into District Schools for 2026-27
Geneseo residents will have several opportunities this school year to attend Board of Education meetings inside the schools the board oversees.
Read moreGeneseo to Host FFA District 1 Career Development Contests Oct. 28
Geneseo High School will host approximately 80 FFA members from 20 to 30 schools on Oct. 28 for District 1 Career Development Events in agricultural education, sales, and job interviewing.
Read moreGeneseo Food Establishment Inspections- 7/1 to 10/1
Review health department inspections of Geneseo food establishments conducted between 7-1-26 and 10-1-26.
Read moreState Street Newswire - October 15, 2026
It’s Thursday morning, we’ve got A little hometown recognition, a water tower chasing national fame, and some changes coming to your utility bills. today It’s October 15, 2026 and This is the State Street Newswire.
Read moreGeneseo Officials Explain How Downtown Building Safety Is Monitored
Following structural failures involving older buildings in Davenport and Muscatine, Geneseo officials outline inspection procedures, property owner responsibilities, and the current status of downtown commercial buildings.
Read moreVideo: Geneseo Now! - Brantley Francis Foundation
Matt Francis is today’s guest on this edition of Geneseo Now!
Read moreGeneseo City Council Approves Utility Rate Increases, Reviews 2027 Budget and Advances Infrastructure Projects
Council members acknowledge financial pressures on residents while approving utility rate changes, a downtown improvement grant and an $8 million state roadway project.
Read moreMarcia Swanson is Volunteer of the Month at Food Pantry
Marcia Swanson has been named Volunteer of the Month at the Geneseo-Atkinson Food Pantry, where she has been volunteering for one year.
Read moreGeneseo's Water Tower is Nominated for Tank of the Year
Geneseo's water tower is in the running for a national title — it's one of 13 Illinois towers nominated for Tnemec's 2026 Tank of the Year contest.
Read moreState Street Newswire - October 14, 2026
Today we’ve got big career moves, new business plans, and four seats at City Hall up for grabs. Plus, a four-day weekend parents definitely didn't ask for. It’s October 14, 2026 and This is the State Street Newswire.
Geneseo's Carly Hamer Named to VP of Global Fashion Company
Geneseo native Carly Hamer has been promoted to Vice President of Merchandising & Design at Randa Apparel & Accessories, a global fashion company based in New York City.
Read moreGeneseo Plan/Zoning Board Recommends Approval of Proposed Fabrication Shop
A proposed 8,000-square-foot welding and metal fabrication facility on Chicago Street has moved one step closer to approval following a public hearing Monday, October 12.
Read moreState Street Newswire - October 13, 2026
We’ve got rising water bills, growing solar projects, a sobering look at Alzheimer’s and a little teenage drama. It’s October 13, 2026 and This is the State Street Newswire.
Read moreThinking about running for Geneseo City Council? Here's how to get on the April ballot
Thinking about running for Geneseo City Council in 2027? Learn about candidate eligibility, petition requirements, and filing deadlines for the April 6 election.
Read moreAn Estimated 1,100 Henry County Seniors Are Living With Alzheimer's Disease
An estimated 1,100 Henry County residents age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia — about one in every nine seniors in the county — according to county-level prevalence data from the Alzheimer’s Association.
Read moreVideo: Current Kitchen - Pork Schnitzel
On this edition of the Current Kitchen, Kim cooks up Pork Schnitzel for October!
Read more26’-27’ FFA Warm-Up
Geneseo High School FFA provides its September update.
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