Galesburg In Focus

It's never too late to take action to improve your heart health. Dr. Nathaniel Baker, managing medical director at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg. joined WGIL's Chris Postin on Galesburg In Focus to talk about National Health Month. [caption id="attachment_669472" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Dr. Nathaniel Baker - Managing Medical Director at OSF HealthCare St. Mary Medical Center in...

In this episode of "Galesburg In Focus," clinical dietitian Christine Willis from OSF HealthCare St. Mary Medical Center joins host Chris Postin to discuss the realities of weight loss and diet trends. They delve into the popular yet often misunderstood fad diets, including Ozempic and Keto gummies, emphasizing that there are no quick fixes for sustainable weight loss. Christine highlights common...

Today's guest on Galesburg In Focus carries one of the, if not THE most recognizable names in Galesburg sports history. But Taylor Thiel didn’t just rest on having a famous last name. Like his grandfather John, father Zack and uncle Mark, Taylor etched his own chapter in Silver Streaks lore. Taylor Thiel was starter and major contributor on the state runner-up 1997-98 Silver Streaks, widely regard...

In this episode of Galesburg In Focus, we talk to officials from Seminary Village in Galesburg to explore the challenges winter poses for older adults, particularly regarding falls and illnesses. Jacob Rose, administrator of Seminary Village; Kim VanDyke, director of rehab at Bounce Back at Seminary Manor; and Ashley Swank, marketing director for Seminary Village joined WGIL's Chris Postin to disc...

[caption id="attachment_667120" align="alignleft" width="200"] Dominique Dietz, Director of Virtual Behavioral Health at OSF HealthCare.[/caption] As the holiday season approaches, the topic of mental health becomes increasingly relevant, with many individuals facing heightened stress, anxiety, depression, and feelings of loneliness. In this timely episode of WGIL's Galesburg In Focus, host Chris...

In this episode of Galesburg In Focus, WGIL's Chris Postin sits down with Dr. Rozana Dwyer, surgeon, and Abby Putnam, Certified Nurse Practitioner, from the Graham Medical Group Center for Ambulatory Care and Imaging Center in Galesburg. They discuss expanded services now available at the new Galesburg clinic, with a particular focus on the endoscopy services, including colonoscopies. Dr. Dwyer an...

Four former Silver Streaks, a pair of standout boys swimming relay teams and a respected custodian represent the Galesburg Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2024. They entered the hall of fame during induction ceremonies Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Galesburg High School. The new Hall of Fame members are: Grant Gibson (2015) Basketball Amanda Gunther (2003), Basketball, tennis, soccer Shannon Stacey (...

The 25th Festival of Trees is Thursday, Dec. 5 at Discovery Depot Children's Museum, 128 S. Chambers St. in Galesburg. Doors open at 5 p.m. Denise Gerstenberger, executive director of Discovery Depot Children's Museum, joins WGIL's Chris Postin to preview the event. Advance tickets are $45, or $50 at the door. The event includes complimentary food and drinks, a raffle, silent and live auctions, an...

November is National Hospice & Palliative Care Month honoring the nurses, home care aides, therapists and social workers who make a remarkable difference for the patients and families they serve. November is also Children's Grief Awareness Month, and Caitlin discusses how children process grief much differently than adults and gives some practical advice on how to help children through the loss of...

The public is invited to experience the future of manufacturing right here in Galesburg. The Jupiter Advanced Technology Reveal Showcase will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 at Jupiter Machine Tool, 1382 Enterprise Ave. in Galesburg. On display will be Jupiter's 3D Additive Wire Laser Metal Deposition (WLMD) Series. Discover how this revolutionary hybrid solution prints metal parts using...

In this episode of WGIL's Galesburg In Focus, host Chris Postin talks to Lee Schnowske and Braden Hagen, the owners of Motorheads Auto Repair. Their new location at 396 Knox Rd 2000 North in Galesburg, just north of OSF St. Mary Medical Center, opened this past summer. They share the story of their partnership, starting from their initial shop in New Windsor to their current locations in Viola and...

We always hear the phrase, “like father, like son,” and that certainly holds true for Mick and Shawn Hickey. For the last 55 years and counting, someone from the Hickey family has either taught, coached, or played sports at Galesburg High School. Mick Hickey started teaching and coaching at GHS in 1969, capping his hall of fame career in 2007. He’s watched three children — Christy, Trisha and Shaw...

An impressive list of running backs — several who have played major college football and one who even played in the NFL — have carried the ball for Galesburg High School, but none of them rushed for more yards than today's guest. A 2015 Galesburg High School graduate, Ben Holloway finished his career with 2,940 rushing yards, tops for any player in Galesburg football history, dating back to 1906....

Graham Health System continues to grow in Galesburg. Bob Senneff, president and CEO, and Michelle Daly, vice president of clinic operations, join WGIL's Chris Postin to discuss the new Southside clinic, the newly opened Wound Care Clinic and the future of Graham Health System in the Galesburg area.

This episode of Galesburg In Focus features a guest whose name is instantly recognizable by Galesburg sports fans. A 1992 Galesburg High School graduate, Sean Kane is an 8-time letter winner for the Silver Streaks, having made his mark in football, basketball and baseball. Like his father — legendary Streaks football coach Kelly Kane — Sean is a member of the Galesburg Athletic Hall of Fame … son...

It's the final weeks before the November election, and despite being Chair of the Knox County Republican Party, County Clerk Scott Erickson urges you to vote your conscience, and for politicians to stop with the negative campaigning. Erickson is also the County Recorder, and that office is re-launching a campaign where local businesses can help local veterans. Erickson talked with Will Stevenson t...

Denise Gerstenberger from Discovery Depot Children's Museum in Galesburg joins WGIL's Chris Postin to discuss the upcoming Boos n Brews event as well as other happenings at the museum.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know the new Galesburg Graham Medical Group Center for Ambulatory Care and Imaging Center at 2028 N. Seminary St. in Galesburg features walk-in mammograms? Jessica English, Mammography Technician, and Katie Brewer, Director of Imaging, for Graham Health join WGIL's Chris Postin to discuss the importance of early detection and regular screening mamm...

Dave “Louie” Nichols, a 1968 Galesburg High School graduate, was an all-state halfback for the Silver Streaks. He gained just short of 3,000 yards, averaged 100 yards a game and helped lead the Streaks to back-to-back 8-1 seasons in 1966 and 67 for Coach C.C. Van Dyke. [caption id="attachment_662560" align="alignleft" width="200"] Dave "Louie" Nichols[/caption] A member of the Galesburg Athletic H...

Rise above the rest and be outstanding at this year's #Live2Lead event in Galesburg. The event is set for Thursday, Oct. 10 at Lake Storey Pavilion. Pete Kehoe, Kelly Poyner and Mark Thomas from The Transformational Team joined WGIL's Chris Postin on Galesburg In Focus to preview the event. Learn more about group tickets by texting 309-368-9959 or secure individual tickets at www. Live2LeadCi.com....

In this episode of Galesburg In Focus, host Jay Redfern welcomes Mikki Johnson, a former all-state football player for the Galesburg Silver Streaks who went on to become an all-Big Ten Conference defensive standout for the University of Illinois Fighting Illini. Mikki shares his heartfelt journey from Galesburg, reflecting on the influential mentors and coaches who shaped his life and athletic car...

Kurt Bell was an all-stater on arguably one of the best teams in Galesburg Silver Streaks football history. A 1981 Galesburg High School graduate, Kurt starred at both tight end and defensive end for the 1980 Streaks team that went 8-2, finished as unbeaten Western Big 6 Conference champions and earned just the second state playoff bid in school history. He’s a two-time member of the Galesburg Ath...

[caption id="attachment_661918" align="alignleft" width="200"] Alicia Couri[/caption] When you have a minor illness or injury, OSF OnCall Urgent Care makes it easy to get the care you need. Alicia Couri, manager of OSF OnCall Urgent Care, 2779 Volunteer Drive in Galesburg, joined WGIL's Chris Postin on Galesburg In Focus to discuss the services available — including an on-site pharmacy, flu shots,...

Bridgeway will host its fourth annual Discover Wellness Summit, at 7:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20 at Carl Sandburg College. The FREE conference features two keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and a wellness fair with community resources. Registration includes a free t-shirt, a wellness bag, and continental breakfast and snacks. Keri Dodson, Community Engagement Director for Bridgeway, joins WGIL's C...

An historic Galesburg clubhouse that has played host to numerous events — from elegant dinners, to social events, from wedding receptions to class reunions, business gatherings and much more — will soon be demolished to make room for a new facility. Having slipped structurally to the point where a majority of members believe a rebuild makes more sense financially than a remodel, the iconic clubhou...