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Paul Eshelman of Eshelman Pottery in Elizabeth talks about his craft during the 20 Dirty Hands pottery tour this past weekend.
20 Dirty Hands
Galena’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 18 started with the Kid’s Mini Shimmy. Kids ran around the block chasing a leprechaun, played by Michael Decker. After the race, Decker threw coins in the air for the kids. Some coins were Culver’s ice cream vouchers, some coins allowed them to cash in and others were just chocolate.
Shimmy over here for St. Patrick’s Day
Celebrating Galena Brew Fest: People came out to Chestnut Mountain Resort over the weekend to have some beer and help support the Galena ARC.
The Elizabeth Community fair celebrated its 101st anniversary last week as it hosted livestock shows, entertainment and a community parade. The River Ridge FFA Chapter was a part of the fair as well as it hosted the Ag Olympics for elementary students. As a part of the Ag Olympics, students had several events for kids ages 4-10 to participate in. There were hoppy horse races, 3-legged races, a water balloon toss, face painting and the very popular freezie-pop giveaway. The FFA students hosted the event with the support of the Elizabeth Community Fair Association. The events were offered during the Kiddie Tractor pull sponsored by the Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau Young Leaders. Above: Ag Olympic helpers from the River Ridge FFA Chapter: Lucas Holland, Arthur Horn, Sawyer Fry and Ty Spahn.
River Ridge FFA hosts Ag Olympics
Owner of Campeche’s, Eric Lopez, poses behind the bar.
Campeche Restaurant is a third-generation business
GALENA–Eric Lopez is the new owner of Campeche Restaurant. A few months ago, he acquired the business from his parents. They opened the Galena location in 2010 and ran the business for 13 … 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
The American Heritage Girl Troop 2021 visited the E.B. Lyons Center at the Mines of Spain (on July 23) in Dubuque.
Troop visits Mines of Spain
Hispanic Heritage Month book recommendations
The Galena Public Library is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by recommending books by Hispanic authors and illustrators!   Larissa Distler,  Adult Service Librarian … more
February winners for the daily drawing
JO DAVIESS COUNTY–The Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing announces its February winners. They include Sue Milligan, Bloomington; Michaela Kuzniar, Hanover; Joe Blair, Winslow; Lorie Wright, … more
The importance and history of Hispanic traditions
Hispanic Heritage Month is a 30 day celebration in the United States to honor the communities history and traditions. There are many important traditions in hispanic culture including El Dia De Los … more
Angie Winter, center, addresses a crowd of Hornet supporters during the 2010 Hornet volleyball state run. Winter, the head coach of the team, passed away on May 22 at the age of 53, after a 23-year battle with cancer.
Remembering Coach Winter
Each school has someone who defines who they are, embodies its characteristics, shapes future generations, molds future leaders and rallies a community. Angie Winter was that person for Scales Mound. … more
May winners for the Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing are announced
JO DAVIESS COUNTY–The Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing announces its May winners. They include Matthew Foley, Lena; Kristi Alvarado, East Dubuque; LaVonne Eden, Stockton; Daisha Boehm, … more
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