97 Chargers earn Academic All-Arrowhead Conference honors for 2025-26

GALESBURG — Sandburg had 97 student-athletes who earned Academic All-Arrowhead Conference honors in the 2025-26 academic year.

 

All 11 Sandburg teams had at least one player named academic all-conference. Twelve Chargers recorded a perfect 4.0 GPA, and three student-athlete honorees participated in multiple sports.

 

Baseball had the most representatives of any Sandburg squad, with 29 members. Women’s basketball had 10 Academic All-Arrowhead recipients to lead Sandburg's women's teams.

 

Student-athletes had to earn at least a 3.0 grade point average and meet credit hour requirements to be considered for Academic All-Arrowhead status.

 

The following Sandburg student-athletes earned 2025-26 Academic All-Arrowhead Conference honors:

 

Baseball
Colton Allen
Drey Anderson
Landon Binder
Tucker Bond
Braley Burford
Carter Chapin
Elliott Copeland
Shane Correll
Parker Dickinson
Jacob Evans
Dawson Fenton
Nathan Hill
Brady Johnson
Connor Johnson
Kellan Keane
Kody Knecht
Ethan Krei
Dayton Lundstrom
Ben Marvel
Ayden Mendoza
Cruz Paredes
Drake Paul
Brady Peterson
Carter Ramsey
Owen Rigg
Damien Snell
Dillon Steelman
Braxton Thompson-Godoy
Tucker Vandewostine

 

Esports
Bishop Kyser
Austin Ullrich
Karleigh Whiteside

 

Men’s basketball
James Blackwell
Griffin Briles
Rylan Carton
Ashton Grieves
Larry Olivier Jr.
Lewis Siegfried

 

Men’s cross country
Jeff Kipkorir
Finn Martin
Dylan Moore

 

Men’s golf
Braeden Brennan
Blake Harvey
Brayden Schleich

 

Men’s soccer
Enrico Augusto Rola
Diego Branco
Teigan Conboy
Jaime Cortadi
Sergio Cruz
Luis Egea
Mateo Figueroa
Hugo Flores
Iker Garcia
Kokou King
Valentin Kretschmer
Jaime Martin Caballero
Connor McLauchlan
Tyrese Ogbonnia
Caio Oliveira
Linus Richtberg
Emiliano Sosa

 

Softball
Jordyn Climer
Jaylynn Hamilton
Lakinn Larson
Reese Poole
Hannah Pyle
Emma Racke
Tieler Williams-Fouts

 

Volleyball
Taliya Galloway
Addison Gillen
Macy Nolan
Quinn Rexroat
Abigail Shaffer

 

Women’s basketball
Abbie Ackers
Cameron Anderson
Lajaya Angel
Camryn Atterberg
Lillian Covarrubias
Tiera Hall
Paige Huffman
Antonia Kisler
Anna Landis
Janessa Wallace

 

Women’s cross country
Sheila Cheruiyot
Qetsia Kamdem
Marrion Kemboi
Linda Koech
Abigael Maiyo
Grace Maiyo

 

Women’s golf
Anna Carroll
Jessica Schultz
Olivia Seei
Abigail Strode
Allison Thome

 

Multiple sports
Arthur Costa (men’s soccer, esports)
Jalie Eller (volleyball, softball)
Madalynn Knapp (volleyball, softball)

Sandburg Foundation’s 50 Alumni, 50 States project wins bronze in CASE Circle of Excellence Awards

 The Carl Sandburg College Foundation has received national recognition for an alumni engagement initiative. 

The foundation’s 50 Alumni, 50 States project was named a 2026 Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Circle of Excellence Awards winner, earning a bronze award in the Alumni Relations Initiatives (Less Than 10 Staff) category. 

The goal of 50 Alumni, 50 States is to connect with at least one alumnus from each state and share their journey from Sandburg to where they are today. Targeted social media posts directed individuals to complete a survey where they could share their state and upload a photo to complete a US map featuring some of Sandburg’s 66,000-plus alumni.

In highlighting these alumni, the campaign celebrates successes, builds engagement and showcases the contributions Sandburg alumni make across the nation. It’s even helped identify some alumni who have gone on to be nominated by the Sandburg Foundation for awards.

“We’re beyond honored to receive this recognition by CASE for our 50 Alumni, 50 States project,” Sandburg Vice President of Advancement Eric Johnson said. “Our Sandburg Foundation team deserves loads of credit for developing this idea and putting in the work to make it a successful piece that highlights just how far and wide our Sandburg alumni network reaches. We also are grateful to our alumni who have taken part in this project for allowing us to share their successes and shine a spotlight on the great accomplishments they’ve achieved in their time after Sandburg. Without them, this project isn’t possible.”

So far, 94 alumni from 29 different states have been featured through the project. To learn more about the initiative or to make a submission to add your name to the map, visit sandburg.edu/50alumni50states.

“This submission was recognized for its creative approach to alumni engagement and its strong potential as a model for other institutions,” contest judges said about the 50 Alumni, 50 States initiative. “Judges appreciated how the initiative adapted an existing concept into a low-cost, high-impact campaign that encouraged broad alumni participation with little barrier to entry. Its strong visual presence across multiple platforms helped demonstrate the reach of the alumni community while also supporting recruitment, volunteerism and social media engagement. The committee valued the way this initiative extended beyond traditional giving-day strategies to create meaningful connection across all 50 states.”

The CASE Circle of Excellence Awards serve as the premier recognition program for the educational advancement sector. This year’s CASE Circle of Excellence Awards saw 4,185 submissions from 628 institutions in 33 countries. To learn more about the CASE Circle of Excellence Awards, visit case.org/circle.

Don  O'Brien  with the Better Business Bureau - Talking about signing up for youth sports programs (travel teams)

River Bend Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry  July 26th !   Hancock County Extension Building

Henderson joins Sandburg Foundation as athletic development & engagement officer

GALESBURG — Lucas Henderson, who has several years of college athletics experience as a coach, has joined the staff of the Carl Sandburg College Foundation as athletic development and engagement officer.

In his role, Henderson will connect with Chargers alumni and supporters to elevate the opportunities and experiences available to Sandburg student-athletes.

Prior to joining the Sandburg Foundation, Henderson served as the women’s soccer coach at Monmouth College from 2021-26. Henderson also has experience in NJCAA Region 4 athletics, having served as the inaugural coach of the women’s soccer program at Bryant & Stratton (Wis.) College from 2017-20.

“I’m thrilled to be part of the Sandburg family, and I’m joining at a very exciting time to be a Charger,” Henderson said. “With construction of the Charger Center on the horizon, we’re about to enter a new chapter of Sandburg athletics. I’m looking forward to finding ways to help our student-athletes succeed and connecting with Chargers alumni and fans to develop new ways to support our programs.”

Henderson has a bachelor’s in history from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and earned a master’s in sport management from UW-Parkside. A native of Sheboygan, Wis., Henderson lives in Rock Island with his wife Allie and their daughter Monroe.

“We’re incredibly excited to have Lucas as part of our team at Sandburg,” Vice President of Advancement Eric Johnson said. “With his collegiate coaching background, Lucas understands the value of what it means to be a student-athlete, the importance of having a strong alumni presence and the significant impact the community makes in supporting an athletics program.”

Kristin  Huls  talks with Shawn Stewart on the 2026 Fair wrap up and  Looking forward Raise the Barn  Campaign 

Sandburg announces 2026 spring semester dean’s, honors lists

GALESBURG — Sandburg has released the names of students who qualified for the dean’s list and honors list for the 2026 spring semester. 

To qualify for the dean’s list, a student must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale). To be eligible for the honors list, a student must earn a grade point average of 3.0-3.49. 

DEAN’S LIST

Abingdon — Corinne Anderson, Zoeie Brown, Reas Brubaker, Tracey Burnett, McKenzie Chase, Lily Cox, Brendan Evans, Dawson Fenton, Noelle Gibbs, Amy Kaufmann, Colin Littell, Rory Long, Zane Patch, Abygail Pigg, Macenzie Powers, Lillian Robinson, Lilyana Terwilliger, Myli Webber

Aledo — Jessica Ruh, Ericka Sedam

Alexis — Tiffany Hare, Hannah Lair, Aayla Legate, Hannah McNabb, Rebecca Skutt, Craig Steward

Altona — Rayna Jones, Jessica Kirby, Dylan Moore, Sonrisa Nolan, Alexia Swanson, Tieler Williams-Fouts

Andover — Andrea Hardesty

Augusta — Lori Hawkins, Owen Rigg

Avon — Charly Cox, Taylor Hendel, Teagan Hunter, Aliyah Janssen, Isabelle Kemp, Kallie Nelson

Bartonville — Jaden Rogers, Brayden Schleich, Kirstin Stroud

Basco — Lakinn Larson, Courtney Lucie, Paxton Morehouse

Bettendorf, Iowa — Keri Johnson, Chloe Lewandowski

Blandinsville — Raina Flynn, Maya Hofmeister, Skylar Hunt, Matthew Whitman

Bloomington — Konner Bechtel

Bowen — Kristen Brown, Coti Shepler

Brimfield — Landon Binder, Brady Johnson

Burlington, Iowa — Bayley Gibbs, Kalynn Sass, Braxton Thompson-Godoy

Burnside — Kirra Davis

Bushnell — Alexsis Gollaher, Logan Joiner

Cambridge — Brooklyn Johnson, Taylor Pace

Cameron — Elizabeth Phelps

Canton — Kylie Fahnestock, Corey Richardson

Carthage — Kennedy Artman, Lexis Carle, Ella Carlisle, Brittany Fawcett, Aubry Fink, Ava Huls, Luke Jacob, Shannon Klossing, Victor Melendez, Michelle Nicol, Bryar Rodeffer, Evan Sanderson, Ava Shutwell, Shayna Todd, Priya Wear, Jonah Zanolla

Clinton, Iowa — Kylie Housenga

Colchester — Macy Branch, Jace Brown, Braden Coplan, Makayla Cox, Jett Ferguson, Austin Nelson, Isabella Petty, Zachary Romero, Madelynn Sullivan, Linda Thomas

Cuba — Kylie Morton

Dahinda — Elizabeth Aigner, Oliver Anderson, Keagan Gerlach, Mackenzie Goff, Stori McKown, Kennedy Miller, Owen Rigg, Ella Rigg, Chloee Secrist, Riley Smith, Alisha Snyder, Karleigh Whiteside

Dallas City — Grace Grothaus, Evan Worley

Danville, Iowa — Carlea Beckman

Davenport, Iowa — Madison Barton, Rachel Jorgensen, Cierra Moorman, Pearl Wheeler, Amber Wulf

DeWitt, Iowa — Nicole Schnack

Decatur — Jalie Eller

East Moline — Eya Massan Akpabli, Chelsea Hunt

Edwards — Connor Johnson

Eldridge, Iowa — Cidney Hoerner

Elmwood — Sosie Blue Binder

Elvaston — Ethan Prim

Erie — Jaylynn Hamilton

Farmington — Ava Essex, Dena Fleming, Ryan Helle, Nevaeh Howard, Brooklyn Murphy, Kayleigh Toombs, Dax Ulm

Galesburg — Kodjovi Dovi Agbedan, Luis Agudelo Giron, Samantha Albritton, Felicia Alfaro, Colton Allen, Calyx Andrae, Libby Andrews, Ezekiel Arnold, Jonah Asiegbu, Jay Basden, Buster Batiste, Chris Blanco, Aaliyah Boggan, Brittany Boughton, Adriana Branham, Braeden Brennan, Rebekah Bruington, Brenna Buchen, Makenna Burford, Braley Burford, Shania Campbell, Kristiana Cantrell, Belina Carrillo Fredrickson, Noah Cecil, Collines Chelak, Xia Chen, Sheila Cheruiyot, James Christensen, Jayla Connour, Arthur Costa, Sergio Cruz Segui, Cameron Darst, Bryson Davis, Letha Dennison, Evan Dombrowski, Jolene Estes, Luis Estradera Egea, Julia Evans, Mady Fell, Mateo Figueroa Garibay, Crystal Finley, Hugo Flores Pou, Selma Frey, Taliya Galloway, Carlie Garcia, Caisha Gayles, John Godsil, Jaime Gonzalez Cortadi, Alice Greene, Dace Grubb, Madison Gummerson, Alexis Harrison, Kaitlyn Harrison, Olivia Hillhouse, Alyssa Hilman, Kamarion Hollins, Ethan Hovind, Katrina Howard, Alexia Hull, Aguy Isala, Fawn Jacobs, Brittany James, Ascar Jepchirchir, Janie Jordan, Ashley Joseph, Qetsia Kamdem Houeguo, Finley Kane, Marrion Kemboi, Taleah Kennedy, Damaris Kimaiyo, Meshack Kimutai, Faith Kiprop, Antonia Kisler, Addison Kramer, Valentin Kretschmer, Haley Kubis, Teigan Lai-Conboy, Anna Landis, Abby Lingafelter, Gregorio Luemba, Elizabeth Maffit, Abigael Maiyo, Corey Marshall, Keira Mason, Abbott Matthews, Joyce Matuasilua, Dhane McCormick, Amy McDonald, Keri McKay, Trevor McLaren, Connor McLauchlan, Ashlee Mechtel, Pamela Mendez, Jephte Milambu, Alexia Miller, Alyssa Mixon, Christina Mokeni, Vanessa Morrison, Morgan Mudd, Destini Munson, Destiny Mustain, Elizabeth Myers, Tyrese Ogbonnia, Caio Oliveira, Bryce Orwig, Sarah Overhake, Lacie Pedigo, Kaden Pickard, Destiny Pink, Devon Reed, Quinn Rexroat, Linus Richtberg, Thomas Rivera, Enrico Augusto Rola, Theo Salim, Diego Santos Branco Martinez, Valerie Schnepf, Kailyn Shepherd, Brandie Sickles, Mae Sims, Kaitlyn Smith, Damien Snell, Emiliano Sosa, Reece Stenger, Rebecca Stout, Payton Taylor, Tamia Taylor, Rose Tembo, Kaylyn Emma Thomas, Madison Trigger, Iliana Valadez, Ava Wallace, Coean Wallace, Samuel Watson, Glen Wells, Skylar Wenstrom, Megan Whetstine, Allison Whitcomb, Carrie Willits, Wyatt Winter, Fideline Wisa, Mackenzie Wolford, Krayson Wooldridge, Olivia Yates, Sharon Yego, Mariana Younes

Galva — Jennaca Serres

Geneseo — Delainey Vanrycke

Gilson — Hannah Gehring, Emma Nelson

Glasford — Lexi Joplin

Good Hope — Hailie Hendrix

Hamilton — Madelyn Bolton, Morgan Boyd, Brayden Carter, Ashlyn Gurba, Adam Sullivan, Adriana Svejda, Nethaniel Victor, Derek Weirather, Apollo White

Hampshire — Kaitlyn Heine

Hanna City — Madeline Lettow

Henderson — JP Pauley, Kara West

Joy — Brandee Jackson

Kathmandu, Nepal — Aawaz Bista

Keokuk, Iowa — Camryn Atterberg

Kewanee — Jessica Ayala, Kaitlin Garms, Paige Huffman, Kellan Keane, Cruz Paredes

Kirkwood — Eldon Wilson

Knoxville — Raegan Brown, Raylee Donaldson, Hope Hawkinson, Rylie Jansen, Allyson Kavanagh, Emily King, Katelynn Leady, Piper Lewis, Hannah Maulden, Macy Nolan, Kaitlyn Oelberg, Andrea Olinger, Ryan Patty, Lauren Rickard, Alleah Rickard-Stone, Griffin Siever, Cheyenne Teel, Bryn Wright, Lucas Yeutson

LaHarpe — Carter Chapin, Owen Jarrell, Myles Neff, Elva Sutton

Lewistown — Demi Dainty

Lincoln, Neb. — Vajeen Al Hayder

London Mills — Payton Dowell, Kaitlyn Pasko

Macomb — Alydia Gooden, Emily Livermore

Maquon — Gracie Duley, Lily Swanson

Mason City — Lucas Power

Milan — Kristin Campagna, Anna Carroll, Jerzee Kernan, Rylee Krebsbach

Moline — Kayla Harrison, Ayden Mendoza

Monmouth — Lili Brown, Curstin Brown, Laura Castro, Larah Cledanor, Dulce Diaz, Jordon Eason, Jennifer Garcia, Addison Gillen, Jessie Hall, Stephenie Hernandez, Onna Howell, Angel Jurado, Chloe Kelly, Keira Laws, Brandon Martinez, Luke Mettler, Yasmin Mora Ruiz, Cung Tha Ni, Grecia Ojeda Sanchez, Cer Par, Sarai Perez, Alondra Perez Godina, Kimera Rodgers, Sydney Salazar, Courtney Traviolia, Yahaira Valdez Martinez, Olga Velazquez, Rhett Willett, Leah Wilson, Azenet Zartuche

Morrison — Jerrica Bormann

Morton — Tucker Bond

Muscatine, Iowa — Naceka Barjibo

Nashville — Nevaeh San Nicolas

Nauvoo — Joshua Aitchison, Elise Blakewell, Dakota Cedeno, Gavin Jackson, Evalynn Jones, Kelly Primmer, Brynlee Squire

Niota — Jaycee Morris

North Henderson — Kloey Scott

Oglesby — Allison Thome

Oneida — Wyatt Hall, Christine Mahnesmith, Brooke Stickle

Pekin — Brandon Barrientos, Abigail Strode

Pleasant Prairie, Wis. — Rachel Israel

Plymouth — Hailie Heaton

Princeville — Dakota Roger

Rio — Clarissa Clark

Roseville — Rachael Garrett, Cadence Schisler

Rushville — Melanie Norton

St. Augustine — Anna Serven

San Antonio, Texas — Lillian Covarrubias

Savanna — Sarah Rubio

Sciota — Alexa Barkley

Sherrard — James Blackwell, Kileigh McDaniel, Brady Peterson

Silvis — Amalia Dominguez, Carter Ramsey

Smithshire — Ellison Johnson, Joshua Vancil

Tennessee — Cash Jones, Charles Zimmerman

Toluca — Jessica Schultz

Tonica — Reese Poole

Toulon — Dillon Steelman

Trivoli — Abbie Ackers

Victoria — Adam Rice

Wapello, Iowa — Quinn Veach

Warsaw — Syren Egley, Kaia Figge, Ava Gibson, Jordan Gound, Whitney Hymes, Jaiden Jones, Brianna Paar, Summer Smith, Evan Smith, Abby Stanley

Wataga — Maggie Hubbard, Elizabeth Johnston, Maddison McGarry, Hunter Tew

Williamsfield — Connor Buck, Kailea Custer, Emerson Hannam, Mirella Parente, Henry Powers, Lewis Sams, Nolan Sornberger, Trent Stiers, Rylee Triplett

Woodhull — Sean Watt

Yates City — Carmen Gavelys, Kaitlyn Gray

HONORS LIST

Abingdon — Drake Allison, Zoe Brooks-Smice, Tyler Carlson Juhl, Kelsey Corbin, Maddison Crisp, Serenity Glahn, James Hensley, Logan Lepper, Caitlin Mowrer, Allyson Peed, Lucah Sahyouni

Aledo — Jordan Bender, Brittany Doherty

Alexis — Cameron Anderson, Addison Murray, Rhylyne Toops, Ariana Villarreal

Atkinson — Nikki Hayes

Avon — Bryson Harn

Basco — Jordyn Climer

Batavia — Robert Merrill

Belleville — Janessa Wallace

Bettendorf, Iowa — Haliey Damewood

Bushnell — Desiree Morse

Cameron — Jennifer Fesler

Canton — Devlin Dennis, Madyson Passmore, Robert Roscetti

Carthage — Allyana Climer, Evan Fink, Jordan Finney, Madison Hall, Cassidy Henderson, Avalyn Krieg, Analeigh Livingston, Kailin Mapes, Dena Marmion, Elyse Moore, Chase Mudd, Dusty Pennington, Abigail Shaffer, Deacon Zaehringer

Coal Valley — Teralynn Whitcher

Dahinda — Holly Brown, McKenzie Jones

Dallas City — Gavin Grothaus

Danvers — Shane Correll

Davenport, Iowa — Amanda Brecht, Jennifer Mejia, Dorshea Woodfork

Dunlap — Parker Dickinson

East Galesburg — Sarah Mathews, Emma Racke

East Peoria — Cynthia Ayers

Economy, Ind. — Hannah Pyle

Erie — Tucker Vandewostine

Farmington — Jacob Evans

Galesburg — Izeah Abdallah, Katelin Allen, Elizabeth Beaver, Blondy Bile, Axl Brewer, Faith Brill, Anthony Byrne, Mackenzi Calhoun, Amber Camp, Shabria Campbell, Amy Cauthon, Ivan Chavez, Cherrie Chesang, Kayla Collins, Kokou Dadabo, Molly Dawson, Alicia Delafield, Alexander Dismang, Sofia Dixon, Maria Dominique, Ian Dominique, Oluwaseun Esho, Jennifer Felix, Lauren Feltmeyer, Colby Folger, Gaeben Frisque, Iker Garcia, Faith George, Heath Gibbons, Erica Gomez, Conchetta Gonzalez, Anaya Hardges, Makiah Harris, Jacqueline Henry, Nathan Hill, Raelynn Hobby, Sarah Honsey, Nathan Jackson, LaShawn James, Ethan Kantorowicz, Breann Keller, Titus Kimutai, Amos Kipkemoi, Bishop Kyser, Dayton Lundstrom, Justin Mackey, Amy Magana, Grace Maiyo, Orelly Malundama, Idaly Martinez, Kiara McToy, Anna Miller, Caleb Monzo, Windie Moore, Mikayla Munson, Hayden Musser, Colten Myers, Jayci Nichols, Dishon Nolen, Melissa Oeth, Chloe Putnam, Easton Reed, Faith Rotich, Kennedy Salinas, Cadence Salmi, Maya Schwarz, Ernest Selser, Katelynn Shaw, Hallie Shoemaker, Terryn Smith, Amanda Smith, Aundrea Stodgel, Isabelle Stover, Alivia Taets, Colton Thornburg, Austin Ullrich, Lawrence Wilborn, Erica Williams, Brittnee Williams, Kali Wright

Geneseo — Olivia Seei

Gilson — Meranda Derham

Gladstone — Madalynn Knapp

Glasford — Maggie Grebner

Goose Lake, Iowa — Grace Foster

Groveland — Drake Paul

Hampton — Ginger Chaney

Hanna City — Benjamin Marvel, Natalie Zaborac

Joy — Vanessa Jackson

Kewanee — Lajaya Angel, Alana Gould, Graciela Quinonez

Kilbourne — Hunter Snyder

Kirkwood — Quentin Hayburn

Knoxville — Adrianna Craine, Drake Dillon, Brooke Howard, Nicholas Hoyle, Kanin Leab, Nolan McClay, Peyton Mitchell, Ariel Niles, Isaac Nolan, Jessica Vens

LaHarpe — Aspyn Beasley, Matthew Bundy

Lewistown — Jordon Yocum

Mackinaw — Charles Hathaway

Macomb — Kylee Casteel, Grace Vyhnanek

Mahomet — Blake Harvey

Metamora — Ashton Grieves, Ethan Krei

Moline — Italy Sancen

Monmouth — Dzemila Ahmetovic, Renee Bratcher, Lindsay Bratcher, Elliott Copeland, Sarah Dillard, Eliel Galvan, Andres Gomez, Tanner Hinton, Ava Laws, Drew Lovdahl, Alyssa Lujan, Nicole Mabry, Jocelyn Martinez Ruiz, Javier Mateo, Laura Mbemba, Chloe McCutcheon, Paola Mora Ruiz, Maddalynne Mosena, Joceline Navarro-Raygoza, Plah Paw, Rosalea Sopiarz, Darrah Stevens, Delaney Stevens, Denver Strange, Leighton Trego, Taylor VanVleet, Marcos Vera, Jessica Wilkinson

Nashville — Griffin Briles

Nauvoo — Dallin Garfield, Autumn Hill, Lillie Sumner

Niota — Lewis Siegfried

North Henderson — William Watkins

Oneida — Connor Campbell, Briana Carreon, Desiree McKinney

Oquawka — Harlee Hainds

Orion — Kati Debacker

Peoria — Katreena Runion

Port Byron — Kayleigh Hartson

Prairie City — Kenlie Sharp

Rock Island — Anna Dean, Alexis Hernandez, Larry Olivier

Roseville — Brooklyn Bennett, Steven Gibbs, Michael Gooding, Tiffany Greathouse, Shawn Greathouse, Christina Hicks

Sherrard — Ella Bickle, Rylan Carton, Grace Ellen Karns

Springfield — Jacorion Halliburton

Sutter — Haydn McMillen

Table Grove — Luke Abernathy

Toledo, Ohio — Jeaniece Kimbrough Davidson

Tremont — Emma Schweigert

Vermont — Easton Mercer

Warsaw — Aubrey Boley, Hunter Froman, Jaiyden Huston, Juris Pohren

Washburn — Kody Knecht

West Point — Dacota Smith

West Point, Iowa — Elizabeth Tippey

Williamsburg, Iowa — Morgan Malloy

Williamsfield — Diane Sutton, Nicala Yoho

Yates City — Katharine Capitani

Sandburg summer open house Aug. 1 for prospective students

GALESBURG — Interested in attending Sandburg? Get ready for the upcoming academic year by registering for our Take Charge Summer Open House from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 1 on the Galesburg campus.

Prospective Sandburg students and their families are invited to explore opportunities available at the college and complete important next steps before the fall semester begins. Meet faculty and staff, register for classes and find the support you need to start the academic year on a strong note.

Attendees will have the opportunity to take the Accuplacer placement test, go on a guided campus tour — including the newly constructed Science & Technology Center and recently renovated Student Center — and connect with Sandburg staff and faculty whose mission is to help you succeed.

Reserve your spot at the Take Charge Summer Open House today.

Fall semester classes at Sandburg start Aug. 24. For questions or more information about Sandburg’s summer open house or how to enroll in classes, contact the Admissions office at 309.345.3500 or admissions@sandburg.edu. 

CARTHAGE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING JULY 14th, 2026

The Regular Meeting of the Carthage City Council was held Tuesday, July 14 th , 2026, at
City Hall, 538 Wabash Avenue. Mayor Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
Answering to roll call were Aldermen Smith, Roberts, Steinkamp, Biondolino and
Walker. City Treasurer Pam Edris and Alderman Long were absent.
Motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith to approve the special
meeting minutes of June 22 nd . All five present Aldermen answered “aye” in approval.
Motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Roberts to approve the regular
meeting minutes of June 23 rd . All five present Aldermen answered “aye” in approval.
After discussion a motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Biondolino to
approve the June budgetary report. All five present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council that Mediacom has torn down a tower without
notifying the City that they were going to do so. In doing so they damaged some of the
crops in a field next to that property.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council that the City did not need to donate any funds to the
fireworks. Several businesses in town made significant donations as well as three
memorials and several small donations. Two matching donations were made as well.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council that the City has received an offer for $2,250.00 for
the empty lot at 237 N. First street from a neighboring property.
Motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith to approve the sale of 237 N.
First street for $2,250.00. All five present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council that the City has received an offer of $7,500.00 for
the empty lot at 315 Cherry street.
Motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith to accept the offer of
$7,500.00 for the lot at 315 Cherry street. All five present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Clerk Roberts reported to the Council that he has submitted a request for records disposal
and that submittal has been approved. The records can be disposed of on or after July
25 th .

City Attorney Tom Hartzell reported on several delinquent properties. He also prepared
several Ordinances for the Councils consideration.
Alderman Smith reported to the Council that the Police Department has been very busy
with several issues over the last couple of weeks. He also reported that Officer St John is
now certified as a less lethal instructor after the training course that he recently took.
Alderman Smith reported to the Council that the Police Department would like to convert
a Police Department gun from .45 caliber to 9 mm. This will allow the department to use
that gun more because .45 ammo is much more expensive than 9 mm and they have more
9 mm ammo.
Motion was made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Walker to approve the purchase of a
conversion kit in the amount of $1,300.00. All five present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Alderman Smith reported to the Council that the VFW has submitted a permission form
for a car show on August 22 nd . The Council would like some more information before
this permission form is approved.
Alderman Biondolino would like to ask for bids for tree removal on City trees. He has a
list of potential trees to remove. The City will ask for bids to be submitted by August 7 th .
He also reported that the Street Department has made all of the necessary fixes at the
landfill that were required by the Illinois EPA.
After discussion a motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith to approve
payment of the June Bills. All five present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Biondolino to pay Alderman Long
for tonight’s Council meeting. All five present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Alderman Biondolino reported to the Council that Laverdiere has submitted a proposal
for tilling, compaction, grading and shaping of roads in three areas including South head
street, Phines street cul-de-sac and Walnut street. The proposal is for $24,800.00.
Motion was made by Alderman Biondolino, seconded by Roberts to approve the proposal
of $24,800.00 for road work to be preformed by Laverdiere Construction. All five
present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Alderman Smith reported to the Council that the City Clerk has contacted American
Legal about the cost of recodification for the changes that have been discussed for the
Carthage Code Book. The proposal from American Legal is for a base cost of
$18,650.00. The City had put $20,000.00 in the budget for this project.

Motion was made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Walker to approve the proposal from
American Legal. All five present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council that an Ordinance has been prepared by the City
Attorney. This ordinance is to remove a section of zoning from the City limits. The City
currently doesn’t allow mobile homes in the City limits and there is still a section of town
that is zoned for mobile homes. This ordinance will remove that zoning.
Motion was made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Roberts to approve Ordinance No.
2026-5 an Ordinance removing title 10 zoning regulations, chapter 6 residential districts,
section 10-6-5: R-5 mobile home dwelling district. All five present Aldermen voted
“yes”.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council that an Ordinance has been prepared by the City
Attorney. This Ordinance is to establish a historic buildings district on top of the B-2:
central business district that has already been established.
Motion was made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Walker to approve Ordinance No.
2026-6 an Ordinance relating to zoning of the central business district and its joint
buildings district. All five present Aldermen voted “yes”.
Motion to adjourn by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith at 8:28 PM
Respectfully submitted,

Scott Roberts
City Clerk

Graham Medical Group Expands Access to Care with Second Macomb Clinic Location

MACOMB, IL – Graham Medical Group is expanding access to healthcare in McDonough County with the opening of its second clinic in Macomb, located at 1701 W. Jackson Street.

Located on the west side of Macomb, the new clinic will provide family medicine services for patients of all ages through both scheduled appointments and walk-in care for minor illnesses and injuries. In addition to primary care, the clinic will offer appointment-based dermatology, women’s health, urology and behavioral health services, making it easier for patients to access a wide range of healthcare close to home.

“Our continued investment in Macomb reflects our commitment to improving access to high-quality healthcare,” said Allison Sours, President and CEO of Graham Health System. “As the healthcare needs of our communities continue to grow, we are committed to bringing more services closer to where our patients live and work.

” The new clinic location complements Graham Medical Group’s existing Macomb location at 1630 W. Jackson, expanding access to care while providing patients with greater convenience. Together, Graham Medical Group’s two Macomb locations offer comprehensive healthcare services, including primary care, Convenient Care, orthopedics, urology, dermatology, behavioral health and women’s health.

As a local, independent health system, Graham Health System is committed to strengthening healthcare access in rural communities. Expanding services in Macomb helps ensure residents of McDonough County and the surrounding region can receive high-quality healthcare close to home, reducing the need to travel outside the community for many primary and specialty healthcare services. Graham Medical Group is currently accepting new patients at both of our Macomb facilities. To schedule an appointment, please call (309) 252 – 5191.

Marine Bank Makes Generous $25,000 Gift to Generations in Bloom Campaign

Carthage, IL — Marine Bank has made a generous $25,000 gift to the Generations in Bloom Campaign, securing a naming opportunity for one of the classrooms in the new Willow Grove Childcare and Learning Center. This contribution reflects Marine Bank’s strong commitment to supporting local families and investing in the future workforce of Hancock County.

Marine Bank’s donation helps advance the vision of bringing two generations together on one campus, creating meaningful intergenerational activities and mentoring opportunities that strengthen community connections and enrich daily life for both children and older adults.

“At Marine Bank & Trust, supporting our communities means investing in projects that make a lasting difference,” said Tim Parrish, Community President. “The vision behind Willow Grove Childcare and Learning Center is inspiring because it brings two generations together in a way that enriches both while helping meet a vital need for local families. We have been a steadfast partner in support of Memorial Hospital’s mission for many years, and are honored to continue this partnership as we work together to build a stronger future for Hancock County.

Russell Ruey with J B & D Siding  and Windows is offering $550.00 off on Doors and Windows!!!

Stop by today   or call  Russell  for an appointment  and get started today!

CARTHAGE CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING JULY 14, 2026

MAYOR:
Pledge of Allegiance Approve Special Meeting Minutes June 22, 2026
Roll Call Approve Regular Minutes June 23, 2026
Public Comments Approve June Budgetary Report
923 Locust - SCGP
CLERK:

TREASURER:
CITY ATTORNEY:
Land on end of Wabash
201 S. Scofield - Hundley Property 160 Prairie – Charlie Mustread
724 Walnut – Xavier Hutchcroft 130 S. Marion – Sebastian Jemison
PUBLIC SAFETY:
Report on Fire Dept. Report on Police Traffic Signal Update
VFW Perm. Form – Side by Side Fun Run VFW Perm. Form – Car Show
PUBLIC PROPERTY:
Tree City Report Landfill Report
Public Properties Update Land Bank – International Property Maintenance Code
Asbestos Abatement
FINANCE:
Bills Air Evac
PUBLIC WORKS:
Building Permit report CFL Loan Program – Dearwester
New Deep Well Motor Fuel Tax
LEGISLATIVE:
Code Book Update Code Book Changes
Code Book Section 4-1-6: Fees Codification Fees – American Legal
EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Carthage Library updates with Amy G and Christina Geissler

Whats up Doc - with Dr Tom Grant from Nauvoo Health and Chiropratic in Nauvoo- Lets talk   Joint Pain

140th Annual Golden Point Church  Ice Cream Social July 11th starting at 5:50 pm!

The 4 H Fair is July 7 8 9th and Jordan Ramsey and  Audrey Sullivan with the 4 H Federation invite you to COME JOIN THE FUN

Nauvoo is the Place to be for your 4th of July starting July 3rd with Fireworks 

Hancock County Health Department- Laura Russel talks about Home Health! 

FLAGS OF LOVE TO HONOR INDEPENDENCE DAY IN CHANDLER PARK

MACOMB, IL- Mayor Inman and the Flags of Love Committee announce that the Flags of Love
will be displayed in Chandler Park on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
The display is in honor of Independence Day and will be set up with the volunteer help of the
Elks & Eagles Clubs and community volunteers.
In the event of inclement weather and the need to cancel, there will be a red ribbon on a pole
at the southeast corner of Chandler Park.

Emily Wilhelm with the Hancock County 4 H Federation  invites everyone to the 4H Fair

July 7th-9th

Communities across Western Illinois are gearing up for one of the biggest patriotic weekends in history as the nation marks 250 years of American Independence. Here’s your day?by?day guide to fireworks, festivals, and family fun across the region.

Friday, July 3 — Nauvoo

Nauvoo kicks off the holiday weekend with its annual riverfront celebration.

Sunset Stage – Events begin at 6 p.m.

• Games and family activities

• 8 p.m. performance by the Nauvoo Community Band

• 9:30 p.m. fireworks launched from the Nauvoo side of the Mississippi River

This show is known for its stunning reflections over the water.

Saturday, July 4 — Macomb

MACOMB, IL – The City of Macomb and Western Illinois University team up for a major 250th?anniversary celebration at Vince Grady Field.

Festivities begin at 7 p.m.

• Enhanced fireworks show

• Live music

• Special 250th?anniversary t?shirt giveaway

Visitors may park in University Q?Lot and walk to the field.

 Saturday July 4 — LaHarpe

LaHarpe is celebrating America’s 250th with a full day of hometown festivities.

• Star?spangled community breakfast

• Kids’ games

• Free swimming

• Fireworks at dusk — the biggest display LaHarpe has ever hosted

A true “party like it’s 1776” celebration.

 Saturday July 4 — Carthage

Carthage offers a traditional Independence Day lineup centered around the courthouse square.

• Breakfast on the courthouse square

• Community parade

• Fireworks at dusk

• Parking available near Carthage High School

A classic small?town Fourth of July.

Sunday , July 5 — Warsaw

Warsaw closes out the holiday weekend with a riverfront celebration.

Warsaw Riverfront – Fireworks at dusk A spectacular show honoring both Independence Day and America’s 250th anniversary.

Whats up Doc - with Dr Tom Grant from Nauvoo Health and Chiropratic in Nauvoo- Lets talk  Stability

Elvaston Community Church- Vacation Bible School July 6th-10th 

to Register:

http:// Elevastonchurch.myanswers.com