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🌱 What investigators still need from Kewanee residents in Catrelle Reed’s case

Kewanee, Illinois Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hello Kewanee! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What investigators still need from Kewanee residents in Catrelle Reed’s case
  • Discover the Kewanee legend behind Brockman Gym and the Brockman Relays
  • See which Kewanee students graduated from Black Hawk College in 2026

Today's riddle: I went into the woods and found it. Once I'd found it, I searched for it. The harder I searched, the less I wanted it. When at last I couldn't find it, I carried it home in my hand. What is it? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Very warm with periods of sun, with a high of 84 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Very warm with periods of sun, temps: high: 86, low: 59. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Warm with periods of sun, with a high of 84 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Kewanee Community Seeks Answers in Catrelle Reed Homicide Nearly a Year Later (regionalmedianews.com) — Kewanee residents are being urged to share any information that could help solve the still-unsolved homicide of Catrelle Reed, whose body was found west of town nearly a year ago. Illinois State Police and Kewanee Police stress that even small tips could matter, and Catrelle’s family continues to push for justice and closure for the community.
   

• What's in a name: A look of the history behind the names of area gymnasiums and tracks (shawlocal.com) — Kewanee sports fans can learn how Brockman Gymnasium at Kewanee High School got its name and why the long-running Brockman Relays still honor legendary coach H.F. Brockman. The story also explores the history behind many other named gymnasiums and tracks across north-central Illinois, connecting local courts and fields to the people who shaped them.
   

• Black Hawk College 2026 Graduates (regionalmedianews.com) — Several dozen Kewanee students are featured among Black Hawk College’s 2026 graduates, earning credentials in everything from agriculture and welding to computer technology and associate degrees. Families will spot many familiar Kewanee names across programs like agri-business, animal science, equestrian science, and arts and science transfer, highlighting a strong local showing in this year’s class.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Wake Up Tri-Counties RaeAnn Talks Mental Health Awareness Month, Outreach Event in Galva, Blood Pressure Awareness, and Insurance Navigators (regionalmedianews.com)
  • Free Health Insurance Help Events in Henry and Stark Counties This May (regionalmedianews.com)

Geneseo

  • Central Bank announces summer concert lineup in Geneseo (shawlocal.com)
  • Small Towns Across America Facing Growing Police Recruiting Challenges — Geneseo Current (geneseocurrent.com)
  • Letter to the Editor: Concerns About Rushed School Solar Decision — Geneseo Current (geneseocurrent.com)

Ok Kewanee! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A splinter. (Thank you Jake M. for sending it in!)
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