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Apple River State Bank opened in this building in Apple River on Jan. 5, 1948. The bank has operated at a profit every year.
75th anniversary: Apple River State Bank starts modestly and grows
APPLE RIVER–This year marks the 75th anniversary of Apple River State Bank. The bank is the only locally owned, independent community bank chartered in Jo Daviess County with seven locations … more
“Touching” events coming up at Galena Library
GALENA–As we head into the heat of summer, the Galena Public Library has cool programs for youth. July’s offerings include Touch-a-Truck, Greet-a-Goat, History Storytime and a … more
Owners Christina and Ismael DeLeon pose behind the bar of the newly-renovated Galena Lions Den.
The Galena Lions Den is open for business
GALENA–There is a new business in town! Be transported back to the 1920s prohibition era with the Galena Lions Den speakeasy located on Main Street. Once a jewelry store, the building has … more
52nd annual Historic Tour of Homes set for September 28-29 in Galena
The 52nd annual Galena-Jo Daviess County Historical Society’s Historic Tour of Homes will take place Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28-29. The tour runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Homes … more
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Paul Studtmann is proud to house his bicycle collection in Elizabeth and said that he’s growing to love the community. The Bishop’s building has long been a downtown landmark in Elizabeth.
Bike collection on display starting in April: Vintage bicycles fill historic Bishop’s building in Elizabeth
“Isn’t this space just perfect for the bicycles?” asks Paul Studtmann as he looks around the Lyric Opera space on the second floor of the Bishop’s building in Elizabeth. The … more
Rust’s Livery owned by George Rust.
Reminders of the Past in Galena
An old photograph printed in the Gazette from November of 1975 showed the plaster being removed from the building at 216-18 South Main Street. What became visible was the painting of Livery … more
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Learn to dehydrate fruits and vegetables
ELIZABETH–Dehydrating food is one of the oldest food preservation methods around. However, safely dehydrating is critical to enjoying dried goods months after harvesting. Whether you want … more
Siblings Devin Koester and Kelly Parks own and operate K&D cattle in rural Elizabeth. The pair are both graduates of River Ridge High School.
Family life begins on the farm: Koester siblings run successful cattle operation together on Elizabeth farm
ELIZABETH–Kelley (Koester) Parks and her brother Devin Koester have been spending their family time together by owning a herd of pure bred Charolais beef cattle. The business is called K&D … more
GHS holds 55th reunion at Chestnut
GALENA–The Galena High School class of 1967 held its 55th reunion Sunday, July 3 at Chestnut Mountain. Attending were Pattie and Larry Schleicher, Jim Cox, George Petitgout, Tom Golden, … more
Jo Daviess County: What’s in a name?
Visitors to Jo Daviess County are often curious about the name. Who was Jo Daviess? Why are both his forename and surname used? Why not just Daviess County? How is “Daviess”pronounced? … more
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FROM THE PAGES OF THE GALENA GAZETTE
10 Years Ago July 31, 2013 Ben Moyer is very pleased with his new wheels. In fact, he’s spending as much time as he can on his brand new Freedom Concept adaptive tricycle, made … more
Nicholas Homa, fighting in red and blue, competes in the USA Battle of the Nations qualifiers.
A tale of knights in the modern day world: Nicholas Homa may be a teacher at Warren, but he spends his free time participating in medieval armored combat
HAZEL GREEN, Wis.-- When people think of athletes, they probably think of people who play football or tennis, but they may not think about people engaged in medieval armored combat. Though we … more
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