On May 2 and 9 the Galena City Council, once again, turned its backs on the citizens they represent as they voted in favor of annexation of land for the Parker resort project. Once again, the … more

This is the 14th year of the Euleila Awards which celebrate the work and inspiration of the young poets and artists of Galena High School. The Euleila Awards are an effort to both recognize and … more

I fell in love with Galena 60 years ago as a kid on a family trip and I have written about the town as a professional journalist for more than 30 years, for national and regional publications … more

I would strongly recommend that the citizens of Galena who oppose the “Park” try to place a referendum on a ballot that says “any annexation of land over 1 acre in size by the City … more

As the first commissar of the new Ministry Of Truth, I am here to tell you that the year 1984 has finally arrived, albeit somewhat late in coming. Some brief definition of political terms is … more

I would like to nominate Linda Nobis for the Good Guy Award. With the abrupt closing of the Jo Daviess County Senior Center office and Linda Nobis’ departure after 27 years, area seniors are … more