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Spring Street residence on the left was originally brick.
Searching into the past of Galena
GALENA–While working in the Alfred Mueller Historical Room of the Galena Public Library, I occasionally receive an e-mail, sometimes, even a letter (remember them?) or maybe even a personal … more
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From the pages of The Galena Gazette: 2012: River Ridge students meet Holocaust Survivor
10 years ago December 12, 2012 Midwest Medical celebrates five years. River Ridge middle and high school students had the opportunity to meet Holocaust survivor George Levy Mueller. … more
Owner of Fried Green Tomatoes, Fred Bonnet, stands with Jo Daviess County Toys for Tots Coordinators Linda Carrozza and Saundra Field. They’re posing with some of the toys collected at a Toys for Tots event on Monday, Dec. 5 at Fried Green Tomatoes. Carrozza said this is the fifth year for the event. In addition, a silent auction raised $4,081 which will be used to buy gifts for teens and supplies such as gift wrap.
Fried Green hosts Toys for Tots event
David Seagraves and Jerry Howard sit next to the new bust of Henry H. Taylor.
Galena prepares to honor Henry H. Taylor
GALENA–Sergeant Henry H. Taylor is finally getting a place of honor in Galena. A bust of Taylor, Galena’s Medal of Honor recipient, will be placed in U.S. Grant Park on Saturday, April … more
Ronn Toebaas was honored in 2019 by the Galena-Jo Daviess County Historical Society for his dedicated and creative efforts with the Cemetery Walk.
Changing of the guard for Cemetery Walk
The Cemetery Walk, a popular local walk focused on the past, is now looking toward the future. Ronn Toebaas has written and directed scenes for the Cemetery Walk for years and this will be his … more
Scouts Austin Kimball, Sawyer Deitrick, William Swisher, Leo Oldenburg, Michael Peters, Kamden Hoppe and Logan Lane play Staves Game during the Pack 93 Family Camping trip while den leader Matt Oldenburg supervises.
Scouts makes a comeback in Galena
GALENA–The popular activity with kids in Galena these days is actually something the town has had for a long time: Scouts. Galena is seeing a resurgence of interest in Scouting. Leader … more
Ed Strenski sits with his award-winning wines.
Award-winning wine made from Illinois grapes
GALENA–Galena Cellars isn’t the only local winemaker that received a prestigious award at the Illinois State Fair Wine Competition. Local winemaker Ed Strenski won Best of Show for … more
Director of the Illinois Grape Growers and Vintner Alliance Lisa Ellis presented Galena Cellars winemaker Eric White with a Governor’s Cup for Illinois-Grown Fruit for its 2021 The Secret Garden La Crescent wine. From left: EJ Droessler, Christine Lawlor-White, Lisa Ellis, Eric White and Steve Martin.
Local winery receives governor’s cup
GALENA–The Illinois Grape Growers and Vintner Alliance (IGGVA) presented the Governor’s Cup for Best White Wine made with Illinois-Grown Fruit to Galena Cellars on Wednesday, Jan. 4 for … more
Nicole Haight is now back to work and spends time traveling with family.
Looking back: Nicole Haight one year after surgery
STOCKTON–A woman from Stockton went from preparing for her death to saying she’s “better than before” a year after finding a surgeon who could help her. Nicole Haight … more
Apple, walnut, cherry, quinoa salad
Sweet potato gratin with pecan topping
Christmas is a most wonderful time of the year but can also challenge and overwhelm your time and energy in the kitchen. So, let’s take it in sequence of importance: first, honor Christ: … more
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The story of Black Hawk’s media transformation
ELIZABETH– On August 27, 1832, Black Hawk and his remaining allies surrendered at Prairie du Chien, bringing the brief but bloody Black Hawk War to a close. Only a few years later, Black … more
From the pages of The Galena Gazette: 1948: Illinois Community booms as mines are revived
10 Years Ago Oct. 30. 2013 East Dubuque’s homecoming queen and king were Jennifer Hayes and Tyler Hilby. The Homecoming Court consisted of Brad Puls, Craig Place, Tyler Hilby, Jon … more
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