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George Rust sold Fords back in the early days of automobiling. Can you identify where this is on Main Street?
Curious names from past issues of The Galena Gazette
It is interesting to note the many curious names the reader encounters in perusing the archival Galena Gazettes. Did their names influence their occupations? There were two men of the cloth in … more
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Open burn: There are solid reasons for opposing open burns
The recent decision by The Galena City Council has seemingly hit a raw nerve in this community. It bore a mention of opposition during the last Galena City Council meeting as well as a letter to the … more
Our native friends will have much to teach
Kelly Kindscher, an ethnobotanist from the University of Kansas, wrote a quick personal message in the book I purchased, “I am delighted that we both spent time on the Rosebud!” … more
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The aftermath: Two Floridians ponder the impact of Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian has come and gone, but in its wake families are mourning the loss of loved ones and quite possibly a way of life for the short and long term. . .well. . . maybe forever. One thing … more
On walking and being in deep, deep peace
For the last five months, I have been taking morning walks. I originally had no lofty purpose in my long walks. Instead, I hoped that they would become a kind of emotional cleansing. I had some … more
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Students in Brandon Behlke’s seventh grade English/language arts classroom are using the Galena Gazette to learn about newspaper writing during an informative writing unit. Students are, back, from left, Stetson Storey; middle, from left, Jayde Downs and Harper Hess; and front, from left, Camdyn Borsdorf and Collin Hogan.
Using The Gazette to help young people consume news
Newspapers are an important part of how we consume information. It has been this way for centuries. However, as social media continues to infiltrate our daily lives, fewer people are turning to … more
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‘Let’s talk’: Group wants to engage community conversation
One of the things I enjoy doing on a Saturday night involves watching YouTube videos from the talent shows such as America’s Got Talent and Voice which are so popular now. It’s the … more
Empanadas revive sweet, savory memories
Oh, the empanadas I have known! Those the Colombian women in the plaza prepared were “sabroso”–delicious! During the eight years I lived in Latin America, my own taste palette was … more
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Ernest Jackson portrays Henry Christopher during the 28th annual Cemetery Walk on Sunday, Sept. 18.
History, interpreted through art, has the power to transform us
“If there is any killing to be done, let them commence by killing some of my children.” Hats off to the Galena-Jo Daviess County Historical Society for its recent annual (theatrical) … more
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A long wait...: Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. releases new bourbon
The old saying goes, “The early bird catches the worm.” Dating back to 1605, the year the saying is first recorded in English, its meaning is simple. If you arrive early, you reap the … more
On meeting decent, hardworking folks
This morning I had the notion of taking a very early walk through town along Commerce, Water and Main streets. I thought I might catch a few early workers getting ready for their day. Every … more
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It’s time for fall. . .y’all. . .here in northwest Illinois
No season is more magical in Galena and the surrounding countryside than that of Fall. The Autumnal Equinox officially began last Thursday at 9:03 p.m. However, many in the area get the sense of … more
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