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The Elizabeth Community Ambulance Service would like to recognize the life-saving actions of one of its members, Frank Randall, who recently received an American Heart Association Heartsaver HERO award. While off-duty, Randall responded to a man down/CPR in-progress call and resuscitated the patient before the ambulance arrived. He also accompanied the patient during transport to higher care following the initial emergency call. Randall has been an invaluable part of the Elizabeth Community Ambulance Service since 2007, making an impact on countless lives in that time. Randall said, “It was more than just me. I happened to be in the area when the call came in. When I got there two people were doing CPR. We did what we were trained to do and had a good outcome. The award is for all involved, it was a team effort. I wish we were able to recognize all that were there. As a CPR instructor, everyone should learn CPR because you never know where and when you might need it.”
Randall receives HERO award
Karen and Jerry Meyer stand next to their sign which resides behind the bar.
Owners of popular tavern retire
MENOMINEE–It’s time to say goodbye to a local staple. Jerry and Karen Meyer, owners of J.M.’s Tap in Menominee, officially retired and closed their business on May 1. The … more
Shelter manager Jeannette Thraen poses with cats Johnny and Bulter.
Safe Haven Humane Society in Elizabeth celebrates 25 years!
ELIZABETH–This year, the Safe Haven Humane Society in Elizabeth celebrates 25 years! The labor of love began in 1998 when a group of pet lovers began fostering cats and dogs in their homes. … more
Troops and packs attending Scouts Weekend, including Galena’s Scouts BSA troop, got to march in the parade downtown.
Galena celebrates Scouts Weekend once again
Scouts filled Galena over the weekend for the annual U.S. Grant Pilgrimage. There surprisingly wasn’t much rain for the weekend known for being rainy. Saturday, April 29 was filled with … more
Galena opens online registration for swimming lessons, season passes begins May 2; pool to open on May 27
GALENA–Summer is just around the corner, and that means planning for the 2023 pool season at the Alice T. Virtue Memorial Pool/Galena Water Park is moving ahead full steam. Opening day is … more
April winners for the daily drawing
JO DAVIESS COUNTY–The Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing announces its February winners. They include Lisa Gunning, Galena; Sharon Wand, Elizabeth; Heather Davidson, Marengo; Kathleen … more
Kevin Melancon, representing General Augustus Chetlain of the nine Galena Generals, stood ready with the first pie as Mark Leonard, portraying Brig. General John Buford, from the Confederation of Union Generals, began the auction.
Buying birthday pies
The Old-Fashioned Pie Auction on Saturday, April 22 was one of the events held that weekend in celebration of Ulysses S. Grant’s birthday. Although this was a pie auction, different treats … more
Water has been bubbling up from a few manholes in the downtown area. The photo above was taken on Monday, April 24 on Green St.
Rising waters
JDCF announces spring wildflower walk
SAVANNA–The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation invites you to a free wildflower walk to celebrate the arrival of spring.  Join native plant and birding enthusiasts for a hike in the … more
New Kandy Kitchen owner Andi Deckert poses with the iconic sign.
Kandy Kitchen has a new owner
GALENA–The Kandy Kitchen has a new owner.After 49 years, Dianne Paxton has decided to sell her business to Andi Deckert. The deal closed on Thursday, April 13. Although there will be a new … more
Native Plants, Natural Landscapes
GALENA–Join Wild Ones Jo Daviess County and Galena Green Team for a movie night with an environmental twist. Participants will be shown Dr. Doug Tallamy’s pre-recorded Wild Ones lecture … more
Spring forest bathing
SINSINAWA, Wis.—Join the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa at Sinsinawa Mound for a spring Forest Bathing experience on May 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 2 to 4 p.m. This event is where … more
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