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Christine Melaas and her father, Ed Bochniak, peek through the doors of a vendor booth that will be set up for the first-ever Holidaze this coming Saturday.
Father-daughter bring dream to life: ‘It will be Hallmark’
Christine Melaas remembers being in the kitchen and getting up the courage to share an idea with her father, Ed Bochniak. She had an idea for a community project. “If anyone would say … more
From the pages of The Galena Gazette: 1973: Amtrak slates stop in Galena
10 Years Ago September 18, 2013 Longtime Galena American Legion Post 193 Commander Walter “Ace” Muchow was recently honored by Post 193 for his 65 years of service to the post. … more
Matt and Natalie Berning, of Menominee, have opened their farm up for farm camps that are offered to kids during the summer.
Inviting kids to the farm: Berning Acres hosts summer farm camp for youth
MENOMINEE–Last week, a group of students gathered at Berning Acres in Menominee for the first session of Farm Camp, a program in its second year and hosted by Matt and Natalie Berning and their … more
Those who served: Generals, admirals, and a hero: And. . . don’t forget about the cast of thousands from Jo Daviess County who have honorably served our country
Galena gave our country nine generals and a Medal of Honor recipient before the 20th century. Later, our little city provided two admirals. It’s right and proper that we honor these men. But … more
Participating in the cookie handoff at Jo Daviess County Transit are, from left, Maureen Knipschield, Kimberly Howard, Lindsey D’Antonio, Casey Sullivan, Katie Riley, Neil Moser, Rita Wohlers and Pat Halstead.
American Legion Cookie Drop
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 193 dedicated February to its “Spread the Love” cookie drop project. Throughout the month members baked, wrapped and delivered over 25 dozen cookies to … more
The origin of Veterans Day: On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month take time to remember those who have served
What is Veterans Day all about? Why is it always on November 11th? What’s the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day? Why do people wear poppies in their lapels on Veterans Day? … more
The historic United Methodist Church is now an Airbnb
There have been many articles written about the historic Methodist Church in Council Hill. Even after the latest renovation it may still look like a church from the exterior, but the interior has … more
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Chamber hosts Gather at the Vineyard
The Galena Area Chamber of Commerce hosted Gather at the Vineyard on Saturday, May 13 at the Galena Cellars Vineyard. Chamber Director Barb Hocker said that this event brings businesses and … more
On “Fat Tuesday,” Tuesday, Feb. 21, Culver’s held a Share Night for the Workshop in which $90 in cash donations were received. Participating in the check passing for $451.70 are, from left, John Asta, Daemen Swindale, Tristan Embry, Pam Brotzman, Kayla Einsweiler, Mary Doyle, Michael Dykstra, Jessica McBride, Todd McBride and Susan McBride.
Culver's Share Night benefits Workshop
The Hazel Green 4H Clever Clovers participated in the Taste of 4H on May 15. This year’s top three contestants were Summer Adams (third place), Charlie Kaiser (second place) and Audrina Kammerude (first place).
Clever Clovers compete in Taste of 4H
HAZEL GREEN–The Hazel Green 4H Clever Clovers held one of their favorite events of the year on Sunday, May 15 as the members participated in the annual Taste of 4H competition. Students … more
John Henry Weber Park in Jackson County, Iowa, is one of the many namesake locations named after the famed mountain man, who became a Galenian.
When a ‘Mountain Man’ lived in Galena
GALENA–Extraordinary men and women have called Galena home. But there is one man who walked our streets whose name and story are not widely known. His name was John Henry Weber. He was one of … more
On the day after Christmas, a brilliant sunrise greeted Jo Daviess County residents, casting the early morning sky in reds, oranges and yellows.
Beautiful sunrise
On the day after Christmas, a brilliant sunrise greeted Jo Daviess County residents, casting the early morning sky in reds, oranges and yellows. Charles Fach photo more
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