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This Driftless Life: Kayaking the Galena River. The Nuts Outdoor staff were incredibly professional and helpful with information, gear, and transportation to the drop-in spot.

Rainy Weather Doesn't Dampen Weekend Fun. With the Summer Solstice marking the official start of the season, it is with great happiness that the temps and the overall weather are becoming more enjoyable.

The Galena Summer Farmers Market takes place every Saturday, May to October, on the lawn of the Old Market House on Commerce Street in Historic Downtown Galena, Illinois.

Take a Beer Break at Highway 20 Brewing. The road to this beer sanctuary is a long one. In fact, the brewery takes its name from the longest stretch of road in America - Hwy 20 Brewing in Elizabeth, IL

Artist Pursued Passion of Painting Galena's Architectural Gems. Watercolor artist Carl Johnson has been a Galena, Illinois, Main Street mainstay since the early 1970s.

Morel Mushrooms Have Sprung with the Spring Weather. The recent warm weather has finally helped the morel mushroom season get going. The Iowa DNR has shared that officers have spotted morels growing in abundance. The cherished fungi typically pop up in the spring with the moist soil as the weather warms during the day but with cool nights.

All Aboard! Is it Time to Restart Passenger Rail Between Dubuque and Chicago?

Galena Celebrate's U.S. Grant's Bicentennial Birthday!

Bird Flu Hits Our Feathered Friends Hard.

Eagle Point Park will officially open for the season starting Saturday, May 7, 2022. However, with a break in the overcast sky today, it was the perfect excuse to enjoy the scenery while checking on the park's condition before opening day...