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Head to Bishop Hill, Illinois, for the annual Julmarknad, or Christmas Market, starting November 29. This festive event features Swedish traditions, crafts, and music. Attractions include Swedish folk characters, traditional decorations, and holiday music. Don't miss the unique craft activities and the artisanal gifts available for purchase. Todd D…

In this edition of The Boiler Shop, Seth Parlier recaps the Kewanee High School Football season with Russ Hughes and Jeremy Peart and looks toward the winter sports season.Av Regional Media

In its 15th year, the Bushels for Hunger Grain Drive continues to make significant impacts in fighting hunger. Farmers across Mercer, Henry, and Rock Island are donating portions of their harvests—corn, grain, and soybeans—to aid the River Bend Food Bank. Over the years, their generosity has translated into more than 1.6 million meals, with contrib…

RaeAnn Tucker from the Henry and Stark County Health Departments joined Seth Parlier on Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about food safety on Thanksgiving, Lung Cancer Awareness, and vaping, which has been added to the Smoke-Free Illinois Act. The Henry and Stark County Health Department will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. Both the health depa…

Dave Clarke and Dean Kauau joined Wake Up Tri-Counties for a Way Back Wednesday edition of Kewanee Back When about Walter T. Bailey and his architectural creations around our area and afar from Dean Karau's new book on Walter Thomas Bailey. Walter Bailey was the first African-American to graduate from the University of Illinois with a bachelor's de…

President Amron Buchanan and Vice President Ken Knowles joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about Good Fellow Christmas Baskets. Amron and Ken said they have enough volunteers but are in dire need of donations. The food bill was $36,000 last year, and they estimate they will need around $40,000 in 2024. 100% of your donation is spent in Kewanee and…

In a recent initiative by the Henry County and Stark County Health Departments in Illinois, 21 individuals underwent Lyme Disease screenings and testing, an effort highlighted by State Representative Dan Swanson on the Illinois House floor. This proactive health measure, usually conducted under specific systemic reasons, aims to enhance local healt…

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Wethersfield Third Grade students joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to bring some Good News this Friday morning. Quinn Lempke, Bexley Crabtree, and Brooklynn Sturtevant joined Jennifer in the studio to talk about Thanksgiving and what they are grateful for.Av Regional Media

In the heart of Kewanee and Princeton, the holiday spirit merges with community support through various initiatives led by OSF Healthcare. This season, both towns are engaging in activities like recycling Christmas lights and running a winter accessory drive to collect items for children, excluding coats, until November 22nd. Additionally, festive …

Kewanee Mayor Gary Moore joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the November 12, 2024, Kewanee City Council meeting. Find the full agenda here. The council approved all the agenda items. Community Development Director Keith Edwards provided an update on the status of the cleanup of the mobile home parks in Kewanee. The company hired to cut the g…

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In this edition of the Boiler Shop, Seth Parlier and Russ Hughes talk about winter sports at Kewanee High School.Av Regional Media

The Save-A-Lot Studio was joined this morning by Katie Laleman from the Henry County Farm Bureau!Av Regional Media

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RaeAnn Tucker joined Seth on Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about food safety over the Thanksgiving Holiday. RaeAnn talks about the difference between food poisoning and flu bug.Av Regional Media

RaeAnn Tucker from the Henry and Stark County Health Departments joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about tick safety as hunting season begins and Diabetes Awareness Month in November. In response to rising health concerns, First Choice Healthcare’s Kewanee Clinic is now welcoming walk-ins for prompt care services. Available Monday through Friday …

Wethersfield Third Grade students, Julia Burrows, Rachel Dana, and Rose Giesenhagen, joined Jennifer in the studio to bring the "Good News" about Veterans Day and the Veterans Day Service at Wethersfield High School on Monday, November 11th.Av Regional Media

The Salvation Army in Kewanee has scheduled its Christmas campaign, starting with a media kickoff on November 15th. Eddie Toliver joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the upcoming events for the Kewanee Salvation Army. Highlights include the Bear versus Packers event on November 16th and the Santa versus Grinch event on November 30th, from 12 …

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Today, at the start of the General Assembly's fall veto session, State Representative Dan Swanson took a moment to pay tribute to veterans past and present. Following Veterans Day, Swanson presented House Resolution 878, honoring the valiant soldiers from Galesburg who served in the Civil War. These men were part of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer…

Tami Harker and Kerry Blume joined Samantha Rux on Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss Diabetes Awareness. November is Diabetes Awareness Month and November 14th is World Diabetes Day.Av Regional Media

In Illinois, a significant initiative spearheaded by State Senator Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) is set to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the Underground Railroad's historical impact. The newly recommended Illinois Freedom Trails Commission aims to integrate and expand educational and tourism projects connected to this pivotal period in Am…

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To support families during the holiday season, State Representative Ryan Spain is spearheading his annual Holiday Diaper Drive. Spain emphasizes the critical need for diapers, wipes, and diaper cream, items not covered by programs like WIC and SNAP. With nearly half of U.S. families struggling to afford diapers, the drive aims to alleviate some pre…

Steven Franklin and Paula Gradert joined Wake U Tri-Counties to talk about the Ministry Matthew 5:42 and the generous donation they received from an anonymous donor. Matthew 5:42, a local ministry, recently celebrated its five-year anniversary, marking the occasion by receiving a generous donation from an anonymous benefactor: a truck and trailer. …

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Wethersfield Third Grade Students Abby Peterson, Caycen Brandmeyer, and Arian Johnson joined Jennifer in the studio to talk about Halloween for this week's Good News Segment.Av Regional Media

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The Save-A-Lot studio was joined this morning by OSF St. Luke's very own Sam Rux!Av Regional Media

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Galva Mayor Rich Volkert joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to recap the Monday, November 4, 2024, City Council Meeting. The meeting was brief so election officials could set up for Election Day on Tuesday, November 5th. The meeting started with a presentation from Kim Hoffman regarding the audit of the City of Galva's finances. The city has a new system …

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The Save-A-Lot studio was joined this morning by Dr. Carlos from the Hammond Henry Clinic here in Kewanee!Av Regional Media

The Save-A-Lot studio was joined this morning by RaeAnn Tucker from the Henry & Stark County Health Department!Av Regional Media

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The Save-A-Lot studios was joined this morning by Henry County Farm Bureau's very own Katie Laleman!Av Regional Media

Kewanee School District Superintendent, Mrs. Rebecca Baney, joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to recap the October 21st Kewanee School Board Meeting. Mrs. Baney talked about the estimates for Central School and Kewanee High School roofs damaged in the July storms. The board approved a new digital scoreboard for Brockman Gym and a new outside Fitness Cour…