This page is your go-to source for important updates, upcoming events, and community news. From city projects and public meetings to special programs and local celebrations, this page keeps you connected to what’s happening in our small but vibrant Illinois community.
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Galva Fire Chief Nate Byers Issues Burn Ban Until Further Notice
Due to extremely dry conditions, the Galva Community Fire Department has issued a burn ban for all of the Galva Fire District, including the City of Galva until further notice. […] -
City of Galva Announces Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule
The City of Galva Water Department will be flushing fire hydrants between October 7th – October 17th. The water department will start in the SE and SW quadrants of town […] -
Galva Arts Council Awarded $120,000 Grant to Continue Levitt AMP Galva Music Series Through 2028
The Galva Arts Council is thrilled to announce that it has been selected by the Levitt Foundation as a returning grantee for the 2026–2028 Levitt AMP Galva Music Series, securing […] -
Cécilia Brings Spirited Celtic and Québecois Music to Cambridge, IL
Cà d’Zan House Concerts is honored to present Cécilia, one of Canada’s most dynamic and exciting traditional music groups, on Sunday, September 21st. The evening begins with a potluck and […] -
Enjoy Jordbruksdagarna (Ag Days) in Historic Bishop Hill!
The annual 19th century harvest festival Jordbruksdagarna (pronounced yord-brooks-DAH-ga-na) will take place Saturday September 27 and Sunday September 28, 2025 in historic Bishop Hill, IL. As always, there will be […] -
Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event – October 11, 2025
Residents of Illinois can safely and responsibly dispose of unwanted household hazardous waste at a FREE collection event on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at […] -
Build Your New Home in Galva! Northpoint Estates Subdivision Lots Available!
A prime collection of residential building lots in the newly developed Northpoint Estates Subdivision on the north edge of Galva is now officially on the market. These lots, listed with […] -
Congratulations to our Crosswalk Design Winners!
Congratulations to ELLORY GLASER for exemplary crosswalk design featuring Galva’s key agriculture harvest, the wind towers, and the wildcat’s paws in an inviting and exciting color arrangement. This design and […] -
Application Provides Digital Tour of Bishop Hill
Built using the free app TheClio.com, this tour includes historic and modern photos, brief historic text, a text to voice audio app, and professionally filmed narration. The tour starts at […]