Conservation & compassion: Andra Olney-Larson hones a unique calling in conservation and end-of-life care
Conservation & compassion: Andra Olney-Larson hones a unique calling in conservation and end-of-life care

Casper Creek Natural Cemetery Casper Creek Natural Cemetery Location: 870 Pine Knob Road, Galena, Ill. (cemetery, open dawn to dusk); 126 N. Main St., Elizabeth, Ill. (office, by appointment only). Phone: 815-677-3411 Email: CasperCreekNC@gmail.com Online: caspercreeknaturalcemetery.com When Andra Olney-Larson attends meetings with other members of the funeral director associations that represent the tri-state community, she […]

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Fire & ice: Dubuque artist’s travels inspire her latest work
Fire & ice: Dubuque artist’s travels inspire her latest work

Simply Elegant Boutique Simply Elegant Boutique Location: 130 S. Main St., Galena, Ill. Phone: 815-777-3720 Online: simplyelegantboutique.com Jenni Brant loves to get her hands dirty. The 46-year-old artist has long had a love affair with clay, creating tumblers, plates, wine stoppers and other usable ceramic pieces decorated with delicate designs on a backdrop of bright […]

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An elegant vibe: Robin Vaughn builds a business through home and fashion in Galena, Ill.
An elegant vibe: Robin Vaughn builds a business through home and fashion in Galena, Ill.

Simply Elegant Boutique Simply Elegant Boutique Location: 130 S. Main St., Galena, Ill. Phone: 815-777-3720 Online: simplyelegantboutique.com Robin Vaughn has developed a reputation for taking risks. “I think sometimes people think I’m a little crazy,” said the 56-year-old, with a laugh. “Like, ‘OK. We’re going to bring in furniture. And now, we’re going to bring […]

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Fashionista: Erica Brewer curates a space for looks to inspire life
Fashionista: Erica Brewer curates a space for looks to inspire life

Belle Allure Minkz & Boutique Belle Allure Minkz & Boutique Location: 1736 Central Ave. Online: Facebook.com/bellealluremink and Instagram.com/bellealluremink. Erica Brewer has endured heartbreaking loss, and many trials and tribulations to get to where she is today. But the 42-year-old’s philosophy can be summed up in the very words that adorn the walls of her downtown […]

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Motherhood journey: Tessa Anderson, of Dubuque, welcomes parenting with open arms
Motherhood journey: Tessa Anderson, of Dubuque, welcomes parenting with open arms

Tessa Anderson wasn’t sure she wanted to become a mom. “I had always been one of those people who dug her heels in and said, ‘Nope. I’m not having kids,’ especially when I was younger,” said the 30-year-old, of Dubuque. “People would say to me, ‘You’ll probably feel differently about it when you’re older. But […]

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The power of female relationships: She Unites connects Dubuque area women through activities, events
The power of female relationships: She Unites connects Dubuque area women through activities, events

Upcoming events Upcoming events Feb. 19: Recess — Kickboxing, Loras College. March 19: “A Life of Fulfillment,” Jordan Fullan,” The Innovation Lab. March 29: Guided meditation, The Health Spa. April 16: “The Art of Delighting,” Katie Bailey, The Innovation lab. May 10: Pickleball tournament, Veterans Memorial Park. More information: SheUnitesIowa.com When Nat Finley relocated to […]

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Galena Cellars: 3rd-generation family business going strong

July 17, 2020
GALENA, Ill. — With fertile valleys and optimal growing conditions, vineyards and wineries began to appear in California around 1769. The first ones were founded by Catholic missionaries from Spain. Family names like Mondavi, Gallo, Masson and Beringer quickly became associated with California wines. With ancestral roots in powerhouse wine countries like France and Italy,...

How to eat healthy (and not hoard) during a pandemic: Dietitians offer tips

July 17, 2020
If you have attempted to set foot inside your local grocer recently, we don’t have to tell you: People are stocking up. While making healthy food choices might not be at the top of your grocery list, there are plenty of reasons to keep nutrition a top priority — especially during a pandemic. With this...

My Chic Obsession: How to look stylish with hardly any effort

July 10, 2020
Who needs a whole new outfit when you can just do some simple tweaks instead? These tips on how to look stylish are easy to do and take your outfit up a notch without having to do much. 1. Drape your coat This simple styling trick sets you apart from everyone else and is a...

Breastfeeding: A womanly art

July 10, 2020
“Breastfeeding is an instinctual and natural act, but it is also an art that is learned day by day.” — La Leche League Becoming pregnant, giving birth and breastfeeding a baby can be defining moments in a woman’s life. Breastfeeding as an art form is illustrated through the intricate dance of communication between a baby...

Perfectly imperfect

July 3, 2020
There is a wonderful children’s picture book about a little girl who prides herself on being perfect. Every day when she awakes, she puts on matching socks, performs her chores without error and makes a sandwich with an exact 1:1 ratio of peanut butter to jelly. When she steps out the door on her way...
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