By Dan Dauw
Geneseo Current
I-80 Café
That is the new name of the former Brunch House 2 restaurant in Colona. As of now, they are still remolding, but hopefully they will be open soon.
Geneseo Ikes Fish Fry
The Geneseo Izaak Walton League held their summer fish fry on Saturday, August 2, 2025. The fish served were bluegills, crappies, walleyes and channel catfish. Besides fish, chicken was also served. Side dishes and desserts were included with the meal. The food was really good and it was nice catching up with all the local news.
Geneseo Ikes “Ham ‘n Bean” Public Supper
This is always a nice event. It is open to the public and will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Ikes Park, near the lodge. The hours are from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Take Rt. 82, 1 mile north of Geneseo. There will be live entertainment, too.
Gulp Works
Gary Dahlquist, Geneseo, recently caught this big bass. Submitted Photo
I’m a live bait guy when fishing. Minnows, waxies and worms are my favorite baits with the exception of stink bait for Mr. Whiskers.
However, last week I have re-thought my opinion on artificial minnows, namely “Gulp” by Berkley. Gary Dahlquist and I went fishing at a private lake. I fished for bluegills using red worms. Gary used 2 inch or 1 inch Gulp artificial minnows.
For some reason, I always thought they were just another “hook” to catch the fisherman rather than the fish. Gary caught 7 nice crappies, one big largemouth bass (he let it go) and some nice bluegills. All on Gulp artificial minnows. He gave me a few to try and by-golly, they did work. Now it helped that he was in a good fishing spot, but still, I’m a believer on Gulp artificial bait.
After fishing I stopped at Farm & Fleet and bought the last package of 2” minnows and 1 jar of the 1” size. I guess at my age I can still train this old dog new tricks!
Navy & Space Force Uniforms
The first time the U.S. Navy issued a Navy uniform was on August 24, 1797. It was first used to provide a distinctive dress for officers.It was during the Civil War (1860-1865) when the first major influence was on Navy uniforms.
The current uniforms for the Space Force are modeled after the Army and Air Force. However, the Guardians (members of the Space Force) are set to get their own service dress uniforms this year, 2025.
Humor
I was so confused last night. My printer was playing music. Turns out my paper was jammin’.
What did one hat say to the other? Answer: You stay back, I’m going on a-head.
Quote
“We don’t know them all, but we owe them all.” - Unknown