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Next date for the lawsuit is a progress call, tentatively scheduled for Aug. 25.

Parker project opponent files lawsuit: Neighbor claims city of Galena acted illegally during process

GALENA–A lawsuit has been filed in the ongoing saga involving the Parker project and its potential neighbors. Wendy Clark, a neighbor to the property, alleges city officials failed to adhere … more

by Brandon Behlke

bbehlke@galgazette.com | 6/21/22

Work on US 20: Spring Street detours begin this week

GALENA–Traffic changes start this week for the Spring Street reconstruction project. Eastbound Spring Street traffic will be detoured onto Gear and Bench streets. The detour route will be … more

6/21/22

Recycling in Galena: Electronic recycling June 24 at city hall

GALENA–The city of Galena will offer electronics recycling from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, June 24 in the parking lot of Galena City Hall, 101 Green St., Galena. During this time, the city … more

6/21/22

Helen Carroll retires a United States flag during the Fickbohm-Hissem Post 193, American Legion’s Flag Day ceremony Saturday, June 11 at Wienen Park, Galena. The annual event allows Legion members to honor the flags with a ceremony and then proceed to retire–by burning–flags that are no longer serviceable.

Galena celebrates Flag Day

6/21/22

USDA begins 2022 Agricultural Resource Management Survey

SPRINGFIELD–The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is collecting data from approximately 3,000 Illinois farmers and ranchers for its annual … more

6/21/22

Hazel Green stays on course: Village board agrees to continue with sidewalk plans for Fairplay Street

HAZEL GREEN–The Hazel Green village board agreed on pursuing the addition of a sidewalk along Fairplay Street (STH 11) from Percival Street (STH 80) to Oak Street. Last month at a special … more

by Brandon Behlke

bbehlke@galgazette.com | 6/21/22

Kiwanis Club of Galena President and fireworks committee chairman Brandon Behlke accepts a donation from George Petitgout of the VFW Post 2665 toward the July 4 fireworks. For more information on contributing to the city of Galena’s fireworks show, see page 4A.

VFW donates to Galena fireworks

6/21/22

Warren discusses tourism money

WARREN–Mayor Kirk Raab informed the Warren village board at its May 23 meeting that he had met with Rose Noble, Galena Country Tourism CEO/President, about the proposed murals downtown. Raab … more

by Brandon Behlke

bbehlke@galgazette.com | 6/21/22

Hanover discusses garbage contract

HANOVER–The Hanover village board met on May 10 and approved the garbage contract that had been the center of some discussion at a prior village board meeting. Village board members … more

by Brandon Behlke

bbehlke@galgazette.com | 6/21/22

Rodeo returns July 1-2

GALENA–The Shenandoah Riding Center in The Galena Territory hosts the Freedom Reins Pro Rodeo, sponsored by Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, at 7 p.m., July 1 and 2. This year the Cowgirl … more

6/21/22

Successful crop season continues

GALENA–The crop condition continues to remain above the five-year average statewide after a slow start to the planting season. Statewide there were 5.4 days suitable for field work during … more

by Brandon Behlke

bbehlke@galgazette.com | 6/21/22