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Virtual event for history, emergency services: Run, bike or walk to raise funds for historical society and emergency services

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Run, bike or walk to raise funds

GALENA–This weekend is the Galena Virtual Family Fitness Weekend, sponsored by the Galena-Jo Daviess County Historical Society and Galena GOATS Cycling.

Individuals and families are encouraged to visit the event’s registration site, bit.ly/3kvOwmw, register and make a donation to the museum and then, on the weekend of Sept. 12-13, engage in physical activity of your choice.

This event not only supports the historical society, but also supports area emergency service organizations. It takes the place of the Heroes for History Stair Run 5K, which has been held the past several years. Anyone who registers and makes a donation is eligible for a door prize. See page 3A for more details.