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From the pages of The Galena Gazette: 1947: Galena included in Senate appropriation
10 years ago July 25, 2012 After discussing three applicants for the vacant seat on the Galena School Board in closed session July 18, the board invited Pete Kieffer to fill the position … more
Steve Repp found a photo from the March 22, 1979 Galena Gazette. “Galena ARC Preschool registration will be held April 4 at 7:30 p.m. at the ARC Building, 413 Bench Street. Children must be four years old by Dec. 1 to register. Further information may be received by calling 777-2462 or 777-2248. Current preschoolers listen to a story from teacher Darlene Farrey. Shown, front from left is Jason Kevern, Ben Dodds, Ryan Schuler, Nick Leifker, Nicole Copeland, Jenny Gehrts, Jodi Kevern, Becky Machala; Second row: Justin Kieffer, Chad Stevens, Daniel Eammes, Gary Greene, Cory Funston; Third row: Jill Steinke, Russell Farrey, Joellen Steinke, Sarah Hesselbacher, Teri Machala and Michael Bunyer. Not shown: Beth Mrva, Mike Einsweiler and Emily Ehrler.”
From our archives: March 22, 1979
Schapville resident and local musician Jacob Underwood has recently hit the Bluegrass Today charts with his song ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus.’ The song debuted at #8. Underwood is also a member of Bluegrass Express.
Underwood makes the charts with new hit
ELIZABETH–Local musician and Schapville resident Jacob Underwood found himself near the top of the Bluegrass charts this spring as his single “Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus” … more
Ceremony to honor Galena’s only Medal of Honor recipient July 24
GALENA–On Sunday, July 24, in honor of the Illinois portion of the newly designated Medal of Honor Highway 20, the Medal of Honor Highway 20 Caravan will leave East Dubuque, 9:30 a.m., and will … more
Galena Canning Company recently came under new ownership as locals Jeff and Sherae Holder and Ric and Pat Walsh have taken the reins of the longtime Galena establishment.
Opening a new era: Pair of Galena couples become new owners at Galena staple
GALENA–The Galena Canning Company has been a staple on Galena’s Main Street for nearly two decades and has become one of those stores that every tourist has on their list to stop in at … more
From the pages of The Galena Gazette: 1972: Schwirtz seeks annexation in Elizabeth
10 years ago July 12, 2012 It has been nearly two years since the Elizabeth Village Board first announced plans to renovate West Side Park and the community building. Over the last 23 … more
The participants in the Galena Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing in June.
Chamber news
Chamber Golf Outing a Success! Thank you to all our sponsors, silent auction donators, photographers and golfers! Special thanks to Tammy’s Piggy Wiggly for donating the delicious luncheon … more
The Galena Elks Club Slick and Easy is benefiting the family of Levi Edge. Edge passed away unexpectedly on April 26, leaving behind a wife and six children. The Slick and Easy will take place on July 30 at the Galena Golf Club.
Edge family’s loss: Galena Elks plan July 30 benefit for family that lost its father
GALENA–Tragedy struck a young family on April 26. Levi Edge, of East Dubuque, suddenly passed away at his home. The cause: undetermined. The family is still reeling from the shock, and is … more
From the pages of The Galena Gazette: 1972: Stockton receives grant for sewer plant
10 years ago July 12, 2012 Come August, there will be a new roof on the gym and stage portion of East Dubuque High School. According to East Dubuque superintendent Greg Herbst, funds from … more
Hanover remembers Raymond Doran
HANOVER–Seaman First Class Raymond Doran is one of 3,700 names listed on the Tablets of the Missing at the North Africa American Cemetery near the ruins of ancient Carthage in Tunisia. And his … more
Mary Timpe Robsman stands with her cousin Harm Wubben during Robsman’s trip to discover her roots in Germany.
Galenian finds her roots in Germany
GALENA–My roots in the Galena area run deep. Years ago, I drove with my mother to visit relatives and collect family history. My ancestors emigrated from Germany in the mid-1800s and settled in … more
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Writing about the national pastime: Ritterbusch publishes baseball research through national society
SHULLSBURG, Wis.–As the grass turns green and the birds begin to chirp, many area sports fans begin to turn their minds to the baseball diamond with the aromas of peanuts and popcorn filling … more
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