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James Pierson Beckwourth was born into slavery, lived in Galena during its earliest days of settlement and then went on to become one of the most famous African-American mountain men. Shown here is Beckwourth as he appeared in the early 1860s.
Mountain man called Galena home: Born into slavery, James Beckwourth hunted,mined here and then went West
James Pierson Beckwourth is another of the famous people who have lived in Galena (then Fever River settlement). Beckwourth’s accomplishments are even more remarkable when one considers the … more
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Play in the Community Band!
GALENA–The Galena Community Band is making plans to participate in the Galena Fourth of July parade this year. As always, they are welcoming anyone who would like to join them on the trailer! … more
Amy May Photography is offering their #BeautifulBeyondCancer free mini-sessions.
Amy May Photography celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month with free mini-sessions for patients and survivors
GALENA–In a world where beauty is often celebrated, it’s essential to remember that true beauty shines from within, especially in moments of adversity. Amy May Photography, a full … more
Sinsinawa Mound hosts third market of the year
SINSINAWA, Wis.—Join the motherhouse for the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, at Sinsinawa Mound on Wednesday, July 26, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for the third market of the season. The market … more
Money raised at the benefit will go to Brandon Hartzell and his family.
Community gives back to a member in need
WARREN–Warren is showing support for a community member during their time of need by hosting a benefit. The benefit is for Brandon Hartzell, who was diagnosed with extra axial chordoma … more
The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) will host its first-ever mothing party at Casper Bluff on Friday, June 3, 9 p.m. to midnight. The free event will be co-led by three insect enthusiasts who will share their knowledge of moths. Bring a lawn chair. JDCF will set up drop sheets, black lights, and sugar-bait the moths to the viewing party, where a variety of moths will be seen. Ethan Brown will point out notable species and explain their critical role in the web of life at Casper Bluff. RSVPs are not needed. There is no fee but donations are accepted. Rain date is Saturday, June 4 at this trap and release event.
JDCF mothing party
The hard and painstaking work which Daniel and Sandra Hurt have put into restoring the U.S. Grant Pre-Civil War House has been recognized by the city of Galena. On Wednesday, Oct. 5 the Hurts, front, from left, received the 2022 Galena Historic Preservation Award from Mayor Terry Renner with, back, from left, Craig Brown, Galena Historic Preservation Commission chair; Pam Bernstein and Marc McCoy, Galena City Council members; and Jonathon Miller, Galena zoning administrator. Renner told the couple that the city appreciates the care they have taken restoring the home and that it is an important community asset.
Historic home restoration recognized
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
A 2008 mission to downtown Mosul, Iraq.
The Gazette-Ricker partnership
Galena is the home of the Gazette newspaper, a weekly publication that is unique among community publications. I found that out when owner and publisher, Carter Newton, and then-editor, Jay … more
Honoring Galena’s fallen: Joseph Hissem
Herman Fickbohm and Joseph Hissem, two Galena lads, were separated by world wars just a generation apart. Fickbohm was Catholic; Hissem, Presbyterian. One labored with skilled hands; the other … more
Rylan Nicolin donned a T-Rex costume for the Halloween parade.
River Ridge celebrates Halloween
River Ridge’s preschool and elementary students celebrated Halloween on Monday, Oct. 31, by parading around the high school in their costumes. Members of the elementary staff dressed as … more
Students depart a school bus in the fall of 1963 at Galena High School. In the background, the newly-constructed Franklin Street water tower begins to take form.
Ode to Galena’s water tower: Galena landmark to be razed soon
GALENA–Next week, a Galena landmark will cease to exist and be just a memory in the minds of those who saw the beacon nearly every day. The Galena water tower on Franklin Street has been … more
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