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YMCA Associate Director To Serve Final Day in Galesburg
The associate executive director of the Knox County YMCA will work his final day today. Justin Inskeep has served the Galesburg community since 2004, when he took over as head baseball coach at Carl...
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YMCA Free Running Programs Take Off at Area Parks
The Knox County YMCA is holding running groups at local parks throughout the summer to offer youths a fun way to get outdoors.Groups will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at five area parks....
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YMCA to Host 2nd Annual Big Steps 5K Next Month
The second annual Big Steps 5K/10K run and walk is a month away and expectations are set high for the event. CEO of the Knox County YMCA, Adam Sampson tells WGIL this year they expect to reach between...
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YMCA to expand into downtown
The Knox County YMCA announced yesterday plans to open a million dollar, 24-hour workout facility in downtown Galesburg. The Y is launching a capital campaign, termed “Our Community, Our Y,” to raise...
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Knox County YMCA Solutions Program teams up with schools
For about two years, the Knox County YMCA has offered a program aimed at helping Galesburg middle school students through whatever struggles they may face.The YMCA Solutions Program is a mentoring...
View ArticleKnox County YMCA announces $115,000 goal for support campaign
The Knox County YMCA has announced their goal for this year’s support campaign. YMCA CEO Adam Sampson says he hopes to bring in $115,000 to offset the annual costs of local programs. “The Knox County...
View ArticleKnox County YMCA nearing campaign goal for new downtown location
Knox County YMCA CEO Adam Sampson says the organization has reached about 80% of its goal needed to open an additional location in downtown Galesburg. The Y announced late last year that they would...
View ArticleCommunity leaders deliver message of empowerment to young girls
More than 100 young girls listened to words of empowerment yesterday from three of Galesburg’s leaders. “Be a person of value.” That was the message of Alisha Hodge, who works with the Illinois...
View ArticleYMCA Solutions program expanding to Galesburg High School
The Knox County YMCA’s Solutions program for at risk youth is expanding next school year to Galesburg High School. The District 205 school board approved spending $25,000 last night to aid the Y in...
View ArticleDowntown YMCA opening expected in September
The Knox County YMCA’s planned downtown location is slated to open in September. Y CEO Adam Sampson says about $1 million has been secured through a capital campaign for the new fitness center at 201...
View ArticleNo downtown YMCA until November
The Knox County YMCA’s downtown location’s opening has been pushed back again. Originally CEO Adam Sampson said that it could have been open by as early as March 2016. In June Sampson confirmed that...
View ArticleDistrict 205 looking to renegotiate facility agreement with city
District 205 administration said last night that they will renegotiate an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Galesburg over use of facilities for sports. The current agreement was reached in...
View ArticleUnited Way partners look to capitalize on Giving Tuesday
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are focused on shopping but today is Giving Tuesday.About five years ago, non-profit, “the 92nd Street Y” in New York City launched the social media campaign to encourage...
View ArticleKnox County Y kicks off support campaign
The Knox County YMCA launched their annual support campaign last week to ensure that residents have access to vital community based programs and support resources. The campaign helps drive efforts to...
View ArticlePlanet Fitness moving into Galesburg as a part of rapid national expansion
Planet Fitness is coming to this planet or more exactly, to Galesburg. Company spokeswoman Becky Zirlen says they plan to open up by the end of 2017 at 2353 National Blvd. the building that housed a...
View ArticleKnox County Y’s Big Steps hits the streets Saturday morning
Saturday morning the Knox County YMCA will be kicking off their Big Steps 5K, 10K and 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk to raise money for their 2017 Annual Support Campaign. The 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk...
View ArticleChanges and new membership promotion going on at the Knox County Y
Work has been underway – and will continue to be done at the Carl Sandburg Drive location of the Knox County YMCA. With some renovation working going on, the teen-gaming room has been eliminated to...
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Lots On The Agenda At The Knox County YMCA
There is always much to do when it comes the the Knox County YMCA. The current upcoming schedule is no different. Knox County Y Associate Executive Director Kelly Corbin and summer intern Riley...
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YMCA Back To School Bash!
The Knox County YMCA is hosting their 3rd annual “Back to School Bash” tomorrow afternoon. It’s a free event for the entire community. YMCA CEO Adam Sampson and Senior Member Service Coordinator...
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Knox County YMCA Warming Center For Those In Need
The Knox County YMCA is now open as a warming center for the extreme cold temperatures. They opened at 5:00 this morning and will remain open as a warming center until Thursday night at 9:00....
View ArticleKnox County YMCA to offer around-the-clock warmth — plus, other local warming...
The following is a statement from the Knox County YMCA regarding how they are helping residents in need during the current dangerously cold weather. The Knox County YMCA, 1324 W. Carl Sandburg Dr.,...
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Knox County YMCA Annual Support Campaign
The Knox County YMCA is in the midst of their annual Support Campaign. 100% percent of donations stay local. Donations fund Y programs and scholarships . Knox County YMCA Executive Director Adam...
View ArticleKnox County YMCA to offer Healthy Kids U
There’s a new program coming to the Knox County YMCA to designed to help kids ages 8-15 and their families with healthy lifestyles and healthy eating habits. Healthy Kids U has joined the YMCA to offer...
View ArticleOutdoor fitness classes to be offered at Galesburg YMCA locations beginning...
As Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois Plan sets to get implemented on Friday (May 29th), the Knox County YMCA is able to provide outdoor group, fitness classes. Following IDPH safety guidelines, the...
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What Phase 3 Looks Like For The Knox County YMCA
It won’t be too long until we reach Phase 4 of the state’s reopen plan but in the midst of Phase 3, there are still many regulations for entities like the Knox County YMCA. As a not-for-profit...
View ArticleYMCA pool taking reservations for lane swimming and aquatic group fitness
The Knox County YMCA announced Monday, June 9th that, although with restrictions in place, the pool is reopening Wednesday, June 10th for group fitness. The State of Illinois Restore Illinois Plan...
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Knox County YMCA Offers Another E-Learning Option
Are you a parent still searching for a place for your child to do their e-learning? The Knox County YMCA has an option that will take place at Gale School. CEO Adam Sampson joined Tom Meredith and...
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‘Pay The Day’ At The Knox County YMCA Starts Tuesday
The Knox County YMCA is making it easier to start your membership with ‘Pay the Day’ September 1st through the 13th. COO Kelly Corbin joined Tom Meredith and Tyler Gumm on “Galesburg’s Morning News”...
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Knox County YMCA Still Open With New Mitigations
The Knox County YMCA, like many other businesses, has had it’s share of setbacks during the pandemic. Many were wondering what would happen with the new mitigations. Much of what you were already...
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Knox County YMCA Annual Support Campaign Kicks Off Wednesday
The Knox County YMCA is kicking off their annual support campaign this Wednesday. It will be a virtual kickoff this year. The Y does not turn any prospective member away due to lack of ability to pay....
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10th Annual Commit2Fit Challenge Weigh-Ins Start Today
The Knox County YMCA, OSF St. Mary Medical Center and galesburg.info are once again teaming up for their 10th annual Commit2Fit health challenge. This is the annual event to help local residents...
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Knox County YMCA Socks & Underwear Drive Underway
The Knox County YMCA has started a Socks & Underwear Drive for children. It will run through December 24. They are collecting new, unopened packages of children’s undergarments. With your...
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Knox County YMCA ‘Winter Wonderland’ Friday Evening
The Knox County YMCA is hosting their 7th annual Winter Wonderland Friday evening from 5:30p to 8:30p. YMCA member service & marketing director Erica Lawson joined Tom Meredith and Tyler Gumm on...
View ArticleCommit2Fit Weigh-in Starts Tomorrow
Commit2Fit is back with weigh-in starting tomorrow and going through Friday morning at the downtown Knox County YMCA. Carrie McCance, Public Relations Communications Coordinator at OSF HealthCare St....
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Knox County YMCA Annual Support Campaign
The Knox County YMCA is in the midst of their Annual Support Campaign. These donations help cover the scholarship program that enables every person or family a Y membership or activity. Executive...
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