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From the pages of The Galena Gazette: 2012: Honor Flight: A day to remember

10 years ago October 3, 2012 Several Jo Daviess County Honor Flight veterans share stories of service and a wonderful visit to Washington, D.C. Area residents who took part in the honor flight … more

10/4/22

Okra Playground members (from left) Essi Muikku, Sami Kujala, Maija Kauhanen, Veikko Muikku, Päivi Hirvonen and Oskari Lehtonen performed at Scales Mound as a part of World Fest.

Finnish musicians put on a show

SCALES MOUND--Students at Scales Mound got a taste of international music last week when a Finnish musical group came to perform. The group, Okra Playground, was brought to the United States by … more

by Murphy Obershaw

mobershaw@galgazette.com | 10/4/22

Capt. Hiram Bersie (Michael Crawford) shows off his riverboat, the Golden Era, at the 28th annual Cemetery Walk at Greenwood Cemetery.

Scenes from the 28th annual Cemetery Walk

10/4/22

The Galena Bakehouse team composed of (from left) Emma Furlong, Alex Arroyo, Pam Franson and Sumr Al-hamdani served some of their baked goods as well as some empanadas and rice (Not Abuela’s Rice & Beans).

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Live at the Plaza

10/4/22

Top these mushroom nut cakes with your favorite sauce

2 C. sliced mushrooms ¾ C. sliced Vidalia onions 1 C. chopped cashew nuts ½ C. chopped tofu 1 egg 1 tbsp. chopped basil 1 tsp. soy sauce ¼ C. chopped … more

10/4/22

Watching the ducks decide which way they were going, are family members, from left, Bill Randecker, Wyatt and Cora Randecker, Maverick McClain, Samantha Broadwell-Randecker, Declan McClain, Carla and Matthew Randecker, Sabrina Schultz-McClain, Wesley Randecker, and Logan Schultz.

Ducks return to Galena’s riverfront

In the past, Galena was famous for its ducks. There’s even a “duck crossing” sign on Riverside Drive. The Bill and Carla Randecker family reintroduced ducks to the river on Sunday, … more

10/4/22

Wiener dog races draw large crowds and passionate wiener dog owners during Galena Oktoberfest sponsored by the Galena Lions Club as can be seen from the 2021 event.

Ready. . .set. . .go!: Galena Lions Club readies for 15th annual Oktoberfest, complete with polka, wiener dog races

GALENA–The ever-popular Galena Oktoberfest is this Saturday, Oct. 1. This 15th annual event begins at noon with a cannon blast, tapping of the keg and polka music. Main attractions include … more

9/27/22

David Seagraves created the clay model of Henry H. Taylor.

Honored Galenian to reside in Grant Park

Grant Park is getting a new addition by its Civil War memorial. The Galena City Council voted on Monday, Sept. 12 to approve the installation of a bust of Sergeant Henry H. Taylor in the … more

by Murphy Obershaw

mobershaw@galgazette.com | 9/27/22

Former legion commanders from left Art Ricker, Ed Froehlich and Dale Wohlers were recognized by Jerry Howard.

Happy birthday American Legion: The 193 turns 103

Galena’s Fickbohm-Hissem American Legion Post 193 celebrated its 103rd birthday on Tuesday, Sept. 20. Post Commander Jerry Howard said the American Legion was only around for six months … more

9/27/22

September winners for the daily drawing

JO DAVIESS COUNTY–The Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing announces its September winners. They include Margie Allen, Hanover; Lynn Giles, Galena; Susan Miller, Chadwick; Sarah Harbach, Warren; … more

9/27/22