News & Updates
Smithfield Foods and its Employees Donate more than $158,000 to United Way of Greater Warren County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeannie Weber, 309-599-1506, jeannie@wcunitedway.org Smithfield Foods and its Employees Donate more than $158,000 to United Way
A new state income tax credit program for Illinois Donors: The Illinois Gives Tax Credit
As of January 1, 2025, Illinois donors can now receive a 25% state income tax credit for gifts made to
Patricia Draves Named 15th President of Monmouth College
MONMOUTH, Ill. – Patricia Draves has been named the 15th president of Monmouth College. A veteran higher education leader and former
Smithfield Foods Celebrates First Anniversary of Free Tuition for U.S. Employees
Smithfield, Va., April 8, 2024 — Smithfield Foods is celebrating the first anniversary of providing free tuition for its full- and
Smithfield Foods Unveils Sustainability Achievements and Progress in 22nd Annual Report
Smithfield Foods Unveils Sustainability Achievements and Progress in 22nd Annual Report Sustainability impact report details company’s progress toward ambitious goals and
New Look for Monmouth’s Public Square Coming 2024!
The project will offer three main benefits: slowing down traffic around the Public Square where the city’s two major streets, Broadway and Main, intersect; providing more parking spaces in the vicinity; and beautifying the area through green spaces and new benches and lighting.
Warren County Board Votes to Become Full Administrator of Warren County Public Transportation
The Warren County Board has approved to undertake the full administration of Warren County Public Transportation, effective March 1st of 2024.
ROE #33 Meeting: High School to College Transition Support
ROE #33 sparks collaboration among district leaders and colleges to enhance high school to college transition. Optimism and commitment prevail for future dialogues.
Monmouth College Pipe Band 2023 Homecoming
The Pipe Band leads the 2023 Homecoming parade down East Broadway on Oct. 7.
Warren County Public Transportation Continues to Expand Under Operation of Warren County Board
Warren County Public Transportation shifts to Warren County Board after 40 years. New Monmouth College contract expands services; evening routes and Medicaid billing in the works.
Monmouth City Council Approves Bids to Complete Municipal Airport Projects
Monmouth upgrades airport with Brandt Construction for aprons and Gunther Construction for water line and entrance. Mayor Davies: $800K, 10% city match.
Monmouth City Counsel Update
Monmouth welcomes Officer Jorge Perez, updates on construction, power outage, and Tooties Lounge. Upcoming: Shed Day (Oct 7), Trick or Treating (Oct 31). Grants for demolitions and Motor Fuel Tax for road resurfacing bring positive news.