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Curt Russ played the bagpipes in the last St. Patrick’s Day Parade that Galena had back in 2019.
Galena’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns after three-year hiatus
GALENA–After a three-year hiatus, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade is back. The Galena Elks Lodge has organized the parade, Shamrock Shimmy 5K and Kid’s Mini Shimmy since 2015 but … more
Elisha Hartley-Steies taking photos during her job shadow.
My day at the Gazette
GALENA–My name is Elisha Hartley-Steies and I am a senior at Galena High School. On March 8, I job shadowed Olivia Friederick at the Galena Gazette. Before Wednesday, I had no idea what the job … more
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More than 40 women came out to play Broad Bingo on International Women’s Day.
Broads celebrate with bingo
GALENA–International Women’s Day was Wednesday, March 8 and Broad Ideas held Broad Bingo at the Galena Center for the Arts. Over 40 women attended the free event to play bingo with a … more
At age 99 Doris Trader enjoys a ride down the hill on a toboggan. This was an annual ritual.
A fun-loving woman: Friends and family share memories of Doris Trader, a woman who enjoyed a good toboggan ride
ELIZABETH–From marching in a St. Patrick’s Day parade to tobogganing down hills, Doris Trader had fun in life and is remembered for that by those she leaves behind. Trader died on Feb. … more
Galena Public Library will host renowned magician P.T. Murphy for a magic show and teach-in on Monday, March 20 at 10 a.m.
P. T. Murphy brings magic to Galena Library
GALENA–In March, Galena Public Library is offering programs to serve youth from birth through teens. Magic Show & Teach-In with P.T. Murphy will be held Monday, March 20, 10 a.m. For … more
On Saturday, March 4, seven East Dubuque musicians participated in the IHSA Contest at West Carroll High School in Savanna. All students received a one rating on their events, and two students received perfect scores on their solos. Back from left: Wil Quinn (trumpet), Jeremiah Haven (trombone and piano), Kaylee Nelson (voice), and Lily Rausch (voice). Front from left: Joey Delaney (saxophone), Madeline Heitkamp (voice), and Joelle Haven (voice and clarinet).
ED students participate in IHSA contest
Come join the band
GALENA–Galena Community Band members welcome anyone wishing to join them in the Galena St. Patrick’s Parade, 2 p.m., Saturday, March 18. The band will, once again, ride on a flatbed … more
Eagle Ridge to host the ultimate movie musical murder mystery
Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa is hosting an evening of interactive fun showcasing the ultimate movie musical murder mystery, “Blow Me a Kiss,” Friday, Mary 17. Featuring Elvis Presley, … more
The Jenkins family–from left, Ron, Tracy, Meggie and Ben–took first-place honors in the Rotary Club of Galena’s trivia night event at the DeSoto House Hotel, Tuesday, Feb. 28. Each team donated $100 to Rotary in this winner-donate-all contest. The Jenkins family donated the proceeds of $1,000 to Riverview Center.
Rotary trivia winners
Nicole Haight is now back to work and spends time traveling with family.
Looking back: Nicole Haight one year after surgery
STOCKTON–A woman from Stockton went from preparing for her death to saying she’s “better than before” a year after finding a surgeon who could help her. Nicole Haight … more
From left, Alice Rogers, Bria Jost and Ian Meyer can’t get enough of this cat at Safe Haven. On Feb. 10, Scales Mound first graders visited Safe Haven. They had held a fundraiser for Safe Haven and raised $150. First-grade teacher Lori Davis presented the check to shelter manager Jeannette Thraen. Students then visited the cats, kittens and puppies. They also made cat toys which they could take home or donate to cats at Safe Haven.
SM students visit Safe Haven
Ronn Toebaas (left) sold copies of his book “Voices from the Grave Vol. Three” at the 2022 cemetery walk. Gary Jobgen (right) played an undertaker in the cemetery walk.
Remembering a Galena theater legend: Friends and family remember Ronn Toebaas after he passed away on Saturday, Feb. 25.
GALENA–A Galenian known by many in the community for his involvement in theater and as a friend, has died. Ronn Toebaas, who died on Saturday, Feb. 25, is remembered by those he crossed … more
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