GALENA–A Galenian known by many in the community for his involvement in theater and as a friend, has died.
Ronn Toebaas, who died on Saturday, Feb. 25, is remembered by those he crossed …
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by Murphy Obershaw
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3/7/23
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GALENA–One of the big stories back in Galena in 1964 was the changeover to dial telephone service.
According to Cliff Davenport, Illinois Bell Telephone manager, the dial equipment that …
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by Steve Repp, Galena Public Library
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3/7/23
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Each year the week of George Washington’s birthday is celebrated as “National FFA Week.” Chapters are encouraged to have special activities and events to promote their organization …
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3/7/23
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GALENA–Broad Ideas is a month-long inclusive, feminist celebration that includes artists, poets, and musicians. The event will take place at the Galena Center for the Arts from March …
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2/28/23
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GALENA–There’s a saying: Use it or lose it. Ken Boyd is certainly using it.
Boyd, a Galena resident who turned 102 years old on Saturday, Feb 18, has been a member of Midwest Medical …
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by Murphy Obershaw
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2/28/23
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HAZEL GREEN, Wis.–It gets expensive to buy enough hair care products for a girl with very long hair. That’s what Witch Hazel Green discovers in the Fever River Puppeteers’ …
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2/28/23
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GALENA–Four women detail their journey of strength and perseverance while walking the Camino de Santiago.
Galenians Bonnielynn Kreiser, Maureen Bardusk, Susan Barg and their friend Joan …
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by Olivia Friederick
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2/28/23
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JO DAVIESS COUNTY–The Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing announces its February winners.
They include Sue Milligan, Bloomington; Michaela Kuzniar, Hanover; Joe Blair, Winslow; Lorie Wright, …
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2/28/23
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The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 193 dedicated February to its “Spread the Love” cookie drop project. Throughout the month members baked, wrapped and delivered over 25 dozen cookies to …
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2/28/23
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GALENA–RE/MAX Prime Properties spread the love on Valentine’s Day by handing out valentines to residents at Midwest Medical Center’s assisted living and nursing home.
Jackie …
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by Murphy Obershaw
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2/21/23
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