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An organization that focuses on preserving our Earth

With Earth Day just occurring on April 22, people have been paying special attention to the planet, but for this local foundation, it’s Earth Day everyday. The Jo Daviess Conservation … more

by Murphy Obershaw

murphy.obershaw@galgazette.com | 4/23/24

United Churches of Galena announces Vacation Bible School theme and dates

United Churches of Galena is pleased to announce its 2024 Vacation Bible School, “Knights of North Castle: Quest for the King’s Armor.” Students from preschool to 5th grade are … more

4/23/24

ALA Girls State in Illinois to take place June 16-22

The American Legion Auxiliary in all 50 states proudly hosts an ALA Girls State session. This is an amazing week of learning focused on responsible citizenship, leadership, and love for God and … more

4/23/24

Crossroads Community Church to host Senior Expo

Crossroads Community Church is holding a free Senior Expo at the Crossroads Church on April 25 from 9 a.m.-noon. There will be more than 30 vendors available to answer any questions community … more

4/23/24

Stockton Elementary receives funding for field trip through Field Trip Grant Program

SPRINGFIELD – More than 6,600 students will visit Illinois state parks, natural areas, museums, and other natural resources sites this year to learn about nature and conservation thanks to … more

4/23/24

East Dubuque Council to consider new budget April 29

EAST DUBUQUE–The City of East Dubuque will present its budget for the fiscal year from May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025, at its next meeting on April 29, according to City Manager Bob Seitz. Seitz … more

by Milly Jones

milly.jones@galgazette.com.com | 4/23/24

Those present at the school board meeting include, from left, art teacher Irene Thraen-Borowski, Nevaeh Hauber, Christine Baxter, Dennis Baxter, Sofie Linn, Luna Pham, Zoey Peters, Avery Ziegler, principal Madeline Hawkins, Cooper Einsweiler.

Galena recognizes Euleila Poetry and Art winners

April 16 Galena Unit School District Board of Education meeting to recognize students who placed in the Euleila Poetry and Art contest. Students created art and/or poetry based on the theme … more

4/23/24

The Accordion Divas are from left: Denise Stadel, Colleen Yanda and Vicky Barclay.

Scales Mound UMC “Young at Heart” Features the Accordion Divas at April 23 Gathering

SCALES MOUND–Scales Mound United Methodist Church will headline its first 2024 “Young at Heart” community gathering on Tuesday, April 23 at 1:30 with the fabulous Accordion Divas. … more

4/23/24

Those who collaborated for this year’s Spring Fling: front from left, Jala Haberman, Cora Ritchie, Jen Laity. Back from left, Jessica Engle of Citizens State Bank, Damon Dittmar, Mason Smith, Harrison Kloss, Camden Flack, Cheryl Rife of the Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce. Not pictured, Edoardo Marcolin.

River Ridge Business class assists with 2024 Spring Fling

ELIZABETH–Spring Fling is just around the corner. This year, the Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and Citizens State Bank are getting some help from a new group of collaborators. The chamber, … more

by Murphy Obershaw

murphy.obershaw@galgazette.com | 4/23/24

Donations needed at Galena Public Library

The Friends of the Galena Library wish to thank you for your generous book donations this past month. As you continue to spring clean, please keep us in mind for the following donations: books … more

4/23/24

Ted Williams addresses the crowd after being named Galena’s first poet laureate.

Galena appoints first poet laureate

What better way to celebrate National Poetry Month than by announcing Galena’s first poet laureate. As a continuation of LitFest, the Galena Public Library and the Galena Center for the … more

by Murphy Obershaw

murphy.obershaw@galgazette.com | 4/23/24