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Former Galena Territory resident releases debut novel
BROCKHALL, Northamptonshire England.– Former Galena Territory resident and author Jon Malysiak proudly announces the release of his debut novel, Posh: Book One of the Templeton Family … more
Korean War Veteran Alice Pieper with her Hometown Heroes plaque.
Savanna Museum inducts Korean War veteran into Hometown Heroes exhibit
SAVANNA–On Thursday, May 11 the Savanna Museum and Cultural Center inducted Alice Pieper into the Hometown Heroes exhibit. It is a new exhibit that honors anyone who served in Carroll … more
Midwest Medical Center physical therapists Sara Doerr, left, and Julie Soat, right, are obviously thrilled after Steve Holmes walks five-and-a-half feet from wheelchair to the counter. After putting in so much effort, Holmes had to catch his breath.
Steve’s will to walk:

Galena man never takes the act of walking for granted: It’s his independence

Steven Holmes says, “One! Two! Three! Four!” At the same time he bounces up and down with each number. On the fourth bounce this Galena resident makes it up onto his feet. His … more
Author Ian “I.Q.” Malcolm.
Ian Malcolm releases an adult fantasy book entitled, “Church of Thieves”
PLATTEVILLE, Wis.–Area resident Ian Malcolm is a novelist under the pen name I.Q. Malcolm. His newest book, “Church of Thieves,” is the first in an adult fantasy trilogy. The … more
GOATS Cycling of Galena held its annual event, Ride the Ups & Downs of Jo Daviess County, this past Saturday. Overcast skies and a bit of drizzle at the start kept the day comfortable for the nearly 220 riders who participated. Here, two riders make their way up the hill into Schapville for the day’s first rest station.
GOATS hold annual ride
Workers at Chestnut Mountain Resort began the annual installation of its Alpine Slide a couple weeks ago. Originally installed in the Summer of 1979, the two-lane track has provided thousands of visitors with excellent views of the Mississippi and a thrilling ride down the slopes. Chestnut plans to open the slide Saturday, May 27, of Memorial Day weekend.
Alpine Slide installation begins
Spring Street residence on the left was originally brick.
Searching into the past of Galena
GALENA–While working in the Alfred Mueller Historical Room of the Galena Public Library, I occasionally receive an e-mail, sometimes, even a letter (remember them?) or maybe even a personal … more
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As part of Galena’s Clean Up the City activities, Perfectly Klean Exteriors power washes the entrance to the office of The Galena Gazette and Galena Area Chamber of Commerce.
Cleaning up: Thank you to all the many volunteers who helped with the Clean Up the City effort. Your efforts made a difference. Let’s keep the effort moving forward to keep our city clean.
City clean up! What a great month at the Chamber! It was impressive to see all the feet in action for Clean Up the City. Thank you, Hillary Dickerson, City of Galena, for coordinating this … more
Sunday morning’s brilliant blue skies also lent itself to brilliant reflections on the Galena River. Anyone enjoying the Galena River Trail along the Galena River in town was greeted with these scenes.
Reflections in the river
Galena Spa opens a traditional barbershop
GALENA–Stonedrift Spa at Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa is opening a traditional barbershop. The Stonedrift Spa Barbershop was designed for men seeking a traditional haircut experience. The new … more
Brush up on your canning skills this spring
ELIZABETH–It seems as though home food preservation continues to be a growing trend. Whether it is due to the increase in food costs, the desire to know what is going into your food, or … more
Hulscher Fencing installed fencing around this house in the front and back yards.
Fencing for gardens, homes and more
GALENA–As plants start to grow this spring, something has to keep them safe from critters. A good way to keep animals out of your gardens is with a fence. Hulscher Fencing has seen more of … more
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