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Owner of The Hideaway Home and Goods Austin Scott poses in the newly remodeled store at 120 N. Main Street.
Austin Scott opens his second business The Hideaway Home and Goods
GALENA–With the start of the summer, Galena business owner Austin Scott announces the opening of The Hideaway Home and Goods! This is the second business Scott will own downtown with his … more
Berry-banana chia seed muffins
Berry-banana chia seed muffins dessert
Looking for a dessert muffin that is satisfying without the usual large sugar hit, try these! Chia seeds are filled with protein, Omega-3 fatty acids, phytochemicals and fiber. Add them to … more
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James Fletcher, son of Dani and Marcus Fletcher, completed “1000 Books Before Kindergarten” at the Galena Public Library. With the help of his parents and grandparents (Kris and Dan Escalante), James read 1,000 books. To sign your child up for “1000 Books Before Kindergarten,” stop by the Galena Public Library or email Rachel Lenstra at lenstrar@galenalibrary.org.
Fletcher reads 1000 books before kindergarten
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
On Saturday, May 13, there was a 50s Sock Hop at Turner Hall. Attendees danced the night away to music by Rosie and the Rivets. Here, Rosie and the Rivets perform at the sock hop.
50s Sock Hop
Judy and Jim Schubert, 2023
Anniversary: The Schuberts
Jim and Judy Schubert, Stockton, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, June 4, 1-4 p.m. at the Corner Tap, Stockton. Please stop by for some food and fellowship. Please NO … more
The Galena Public Library held a Lit Fest event in Grant Park on Sunday, May 21. During the event, Debra Miller gave a performance as Nellie Bly.
Nellie Bly performs at Lit Fest
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
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