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0n the 2nd of July, I had an opportunity, thanks to Radio Dubuque’s Perry Mason and Lisa Bennett, to take a ride with the United States Army Golden Knights Parachute Team once again. This was … more
I have found myself thinking about trains. As a young child, I crisscrossed the US from military station to military station by rail. We did travel by car when we had time, but it was slower then. … more
Thanks to support from the Galena City Council, City Administrator Mark Moran and the diligent work of the city’s public works department, biking in Galena should be a bit more clear cut, … more
Last Tuesday was Primary Day in the state of Illinois with candidates vying for the opportunity to be placed on the General Election ballot in November, each seeking the votes of constituents across … more
When the global pandemic hit Illinois and shelter-in-place mandates took effect, our families were forced to switch their everyday lives from in-person to online. Work meetings, school and even going … more
At this moment, an estimated 7.8 billion humans live on planet earth. Whoa! Just about anything I learn that makes me reconsider my tiny part in the scheme of things is “a good thing.” … more
The semi-truck accident on June 22 at the intersection of U.S. 20 and South Bench Street caused plenty of havoc and concern in the community. The accident temporarily caused authorities to reroute … more
John Adams, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence and a future President of the United States, wrote a letter to his wife Abigail on July 3, 1776. He had just signed the document that … more
A Galena tradition is set to continue once again on Monday, July 4 as the Kiwanis Club of Galena prepares for the 28th annual Galena Fourth of July celebration. This year will be different than … more
One hundred good things! After several rather grim columns, I decided to reaffirm the everyday moments that make us feel good. Joyfully, my list of good things is growing exponentially. What was … more
Galena EMS had been focusing on additional dedicated medical personnel for a few years. This past Jan. 4, the Galena Area Emergency Medical Service District (GAEMSD) offered an EMT program through … more
Eagle Ridge Inn & Spa is bidding farewell to its general manager, Thomas Ruhs, who is retiring. We want to bid farewell, as well. Thomas came to Eagle Ridge nine years ago and helped guide … more
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