TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2025

Guthrie County Supervisors approve dedication of Bascom Health Center

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

During the June 10 meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors, the supervisors approved Resolution 25-30: A Resolution Honoring Dr. Steven Bascom and Dedicating the Guthrie County Health Services Building as “Stephen Bascom Health Center.”

The grand opening of the remodeled Health Services building and the dedication ceremony will occur at an event today (June 10) from 1-3 p.m. at 2002 State St. in Guthrie Center. The public is invited.

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Panora City Council discusses sidewalk concerns

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

During the meeting of the Panora City Council on June 9, the council approved the purchase of a Ziegler CAT 2025 Caterpillar skid loader for $64,583. The city’s old skid loader will be traded in for approximately $15,000.

City Administrator Lisa Grossman and the council discussed the city’s sidewalk inspections and possible action regarding incomplete blocks that currently have partial sidewalks. Grossman explained that the city requires sidewalk to be installed with new construction, but some properties have no sidewalk on blocks that have sidewalk.

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Guthrie Center City Council considers security cameras

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

At the June 9 regular meeting of the Guthrie Center City Council, streets department head Darrin Sloss asked the council to consider approving installation of a camera at the “city shop” to deter theft or vandalism. He said some recent incidents have occurred, and a camera could record license plates or other information to help apprehend those committing crimes at the shop. The council approved the request.

Mayor Mike Herbert informed the council that Sheriff Matt Harmann and Chief Deputy Todd Thorn asked Herbert to discuss with the council the possibility of the city purchasing and installing cameras in certain areas of the city, which the Sheriff’s Department could view, to help deter or apprehend criminals.

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By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

The farmers market season has officially begun. On June 7, the Panora farmers market kicked off at the Guthrie County Historical Village at 206 W. South St. in Panora. Many vendors were present, including food and drink. Local musician Kile Jackson played live music.

On June 14, the Guthrie Center farmers market will kick off in downtown Guthrie Center.

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Whiterock Conservancy’s next Slow Sunday Drive is Sunday, June 22 starting at the Historic Garst Farmhouse (1390 Highway 141, Coon Rapids) at 1 p.m. This two- to three-hour ride along the scenic trails of Whiterock Conservancy is a can’t miss opportunity.

Parking is available for trailers in the overflow lot of the Bur Oak Visitors Center (1436 Highway 141, Coon Rapids). Price per vehicle is $30 (cash) that participants pay at registration along with providing proof of insurance and valid driver’s license.

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Join Whiterock Conservancy on June 22 at 10 a.m. as they welcome Diversity Farm’s Jon Judson for a Conservation Conversation about the benefits and challenges of landscaping with native plants. Big or small, all native plantings provide vital habitat for wildlife.

Whiterock Conservancy will have a limited number of native plants for sale after the program. This program starts at 10 a.m. and will be held at the Bur Oak Visitors Center (1436 Highway 141, Coon Rapids).

This program is FREE and open to the public. Call the Whiterock Conservancy office at 712-790-8221 or email executivedirector@whiterockconservancy.org with questions or to request more information.

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Students at Art on State used acrylic paint on cloth bags during a class last Wednesday. Next week, they will make sun catchers out of string and beads. Classes are held from 2-4 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Art on State is an art gallery created by the Guthrie County Arts Council as an opportunity to bring together the artists of the county, encouraging them in their talents by providing means to display and sell their work and to bring awareness of artistic endeavors to the community at large by presenting performing and visual arts programs. Art on State is located at 320 State St. in Guthrie Center. Learn more at www.guthriecountyartscouncil.org or call 641-332-2267.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

The Adair Library, 310 Audubon St., is hosting numerous events this month. More details and photos can be seen on the library’s Facebook page.

• Thursday, June 12, Batman will be at the library at 10:30 a.m. for a “Batman and Books” event featuring photo opportunities, crafts, snacks and fun.
• Saturday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to noon, ARL-certified Thera-pet Lilly will be at the library for Tails and Tales with kids of all ages.
• Also from 10 a.m. to noon on June 14, a Make & Take craft of pipe cleaner dragonflies will be held for kids ages 2 and older.
• On Monday, June 16, 10-10:30 a.m., kids 4 and younger are invited to bring a stuffed animal to the library for “Stuffed Animal Sleepover.” There will be a story time and picture frame craft. The stuffed animals will then stay at the library overnight, and kids can return to the library on Tuesday, June 17, 1-6 p.m., to pick up their stuffed animals and a photo of what they were up to overnight.

Nominate now for Panora Citizen of the Year

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The Panora Chamber of Commerce has recognized an outstanding member of the Panora/Lake Panorama community since 1989. The year 2020 was the only year the recognition did not take place.

Criteria for Citizen of the Year:

• Any service performed for the betterment of Panora that the nominator deems worthy.
• No restrictions on the number of years a person can be nominated.
• Winners cannot be considered again for 10 years.
• Nominees must be a citizen of Panora or Lake Panorama.
• Nominees must be nominated in writing, signed by the nominator.

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Upcoming events at the Panora Library

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

The Panora Library, 102 N. First St., has a variety of events upcoming. All are free and the public is welcomed.

• The summer reading program is ongoing.
• Wednesday, June 11, 1-2 p.m., a kids’ program titled “Learn to Draw Webinar” will be led by Hope Larson. Supplies and snacks will be provided.
• Thursday, June 12, 2-3 p.m., a card-making class for adults will be held.

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Cribbage results from June 6 and June 9

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A total of 10 players participated on June 6. Dave Richter got a 16, Roy Carl got a 21, Lela Schwartz got a 16 and a 17, and Kay Phippen got a 16 and a 24.

A total of 12 players participated on June 9. Allen Pierce got a 16 and a 21.

The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library, 400 Grand St., on Mondays at 8 a.m. and at the New Homestead independent living dining hall, 2306 State St., at 8 a.m. on Wednesdays and at 1 p.m. on Fridays. Organizers say there is always room for more, and they will be glad to teach you how to play. They play for quarters on Wednesday and Friday.

Henson and Solorzano named to Upper Iowa University Spring 2025 Dean's List

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Upper Iowa University has announced the Dean's List for the 2025 Spring Semester. To be honored, a student must have earned a minimum 3.50 grade point average and be enrolled as a full-time student.

• Brittney Henson of Stuart
• Deana Solorzano of Yale

From the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship provides a weather summary each week during this time.

“While the highest rainfall totals were concentrated in western Iowa over the past week, much of the state received some rain and cooler temperatures,” Secretary Naig said. “The crops could use some heat, and it looks like it’s on the way. The warmer weather and possible showers in the forecast this week should give the corn and soybeans a lift.”

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ACGC High School 2024/2025 Second Semester Honor Roll

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**Denotes a 4.0 GPA

Seniors

• Taytum Bates
• Adalyn Benson
• Ava Campbell
• Grace Colling
• **Emmarae Ellis
• Alex Ernst
• Belle Fagan
• **Erica Flanery
• Benjamin Franzeen
• Micheal Fuller

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More than 120 calls this week including Guthrie County Deputy responding to a report of a theft in Guthrie Center; Guthrie County Deputy responding to a report of a suspicious vehicle in rural Panora; and Panora Police responding to a report of a hit and run.

6-2-25

• 12:19 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bayard

• 1:05 a.m. Stuart Police performed a welfare check and made a DHS referral

• 3:15 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy performed a welfare check in Panora

• 6:30 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in Bayard

• 7:15 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy checked on a suspicious vehicle in Guthrie Center

• 7:45 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in Guthrie Center

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By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The Panorama softball team (3-6) picked up two wins at the West Central Valley Classic on Saturday, June 7.

Game one vs. No. 4 Ankeny Christian (5-1), 7-5 W

The Panthers pulled off a massive comeback to defeat the ranked Eagles. Ankeny Christian led, 4-0, at the top of the third. Panorama scored one run in the bottom of the third, to take the score to 4-1. Panorama scored three more runs in the bottom of the fifth, tying the game, 4-4. The Eagles scored one run in the top of the seventh to retake the lead, only to have Panorama snatch it right back from them in the bottom of the seventh to secure the 7-5 win.

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PICTURED: Panorama's No. 15 Faith Recker makes the play from the outfield in a previous game. Photo by Betty Cooper

Panthers fall to West Central Valley, 8-4

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The Panorama softball team (3-6) returned to West Central Valley (4-4) on Monday, June 9, two days after its win in the WCV Championship. Panorama was unable to pick up back-to-back wins over the Wildcats.

“We started off slow and didn’t have the ball bounce our way the first inning. Made a couple mistakes that cost us, but the girls never gave up and kept pushing through to the end. We out-hit WCV but just couldn’t string enough of those together till it was too late. Credit to them for coming out strong, and we have to turn the page to the next game and be ready to go,” Head Coach Ismael Galvan said.

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By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The Panorama baseball team (2-6) traveled to West Central Valley (3-5-1) on Monday, June 9. Panorama took an early 3-2 lead over WCV at the end of the first inning. The Panthers extended that lead to two runs in the top of the third to take the score to 4-2. However, the boys were unable to hold on and gave up three runs in the final two innings to their conference foe. Panorama looks to bounce back against Ogden (3-11) at home tonight, Tuesday, June 10. Panorama then travels to Madrid (4-5) on Wednesday, June 11, and hits the road again to face Van Meter (11-4) for a double-header on Thursday, June 12.
on Wednesday, June 11.

PICTURED: Panorama's No. 12 Nolan Sheehy in front of the West Central Valley scoreboard on June 9. Photo by Betty Cooper

ACGC vs. WCV suspended in 7th inning, ends in 4-4 tie

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The powers to be never wanted this game to happen, it seems. ACGC baseball (3-3-1) hosted West Central Valley (2-5-1) on Friday, June 6. This game was previously postponed due to weather on June 3. Now, it ends in a tie after the field lights went out. ACGC fell behind early and would not get its offense going until the sixth inning. Going into the bottom of the sixth, ACGC was down, 3-0. A four-run burst gave the Chargers the lead, 4-3. WCV tied the game, 4-4, in the top of the seventh. Perhaps the Charger offense shocked the power grid, causing the lights to go out sometime in the seventh inning. These two are set to face off again on June 23. ACGC fans should bring an umbrella — and a flashlight, just in case.

Woodward-Granger snaps ACGC streak, 11-4

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The ACGC baseball team (3-4-1) had gone undefeated in its last four games, collecting three straight wins and one tie before falling at home to Woodward-Granger (4-7) on Monday, June 9 in a score of 11-4. ACGC brought the game within two runs in the fourth inning, 6-4, but could not complete the comeback. Tommy Skram had a triple. Ben Franzeen and Noah Kading each had one RBI. Three Chargers hit the mound for ACGC. Colton Clark pitched four innings, striking out three batters. Payton Policky spent two innings on the mound, striking out two. Tommy Skram had one inning of work, collecting one strikeout. ACGC faces Madrid (4-5), tonight, Tuesday, June 10. Then on Wednesday, ACGC hosts Glidden-Ralston (3-5) and on Thursday, travels to I-35 (11-2) for a doubleheader.

Chargers drop both games at WCV Classic: fall to WCV, 9-0, and No. 4 Ankeny Christian, 11-2

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

ACGC softball (0-7) faced two tough opponents at the WCV Classic on Saturday, June 7. Panorama came away as tournament champions.

Game one vs. West Central Valley (3-3), 9-0 L

Despite the bats performing well, collecting seven hits for the Chargers, they were unable to score. Jayla Hoover and Karlie Kautzky had two hits apiece. Caydence Boals, Camdyn Richter and Olivia Mahaffey each had one. Hoover spent four innings on the mound and struck out one batter, giving up five hits. Jerzee Huss had one inning of work.

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ACGC bested by Woodward-Granger in shootout, 16-9

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The ACGC softball team (0-8) hosted Woodward-Granger (5-4-1) on Monday, June 9. ACGC scored nine runs, its most productive offensive output this season. Despite the loss, it is a step in the right direction for the young ACGC squad. The Chargers travel to Madrid (3-7), tonight, Tuesday, June 10. Then, ACGC host Glidden-Ralston (4-1) on Wednesday, June 11.

Little League results

Special to the Times Vedette

Following are the results from the South Dallas Little League (SDLL) that Panorama Little League baseball and softball compete in, along with the team standings, according to posted reports on June 9.

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By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette

The 2025 Summer Reading Program, Level Up at Your Library, began on Monday, June 2. Our kick-off event was a magic class. Later in the week, kids participated in the LEGO Mania activity of building the tallest tower with LEGOs. The month of June is filled with exciting opportunities to participate in the SRP. If you haven’t registered already, go online and sign up to earn chances to win prizes by reading and participating in activities.

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PICTURED: The PBS STEAM trailer was here June 4-10. Our preschool patrons played for hours with the cardboard bricks.

Guthrie County: Congregate Meals are served at Sneakers Café, Monday through Friday, in the Guthrie County Hospital, 710 N. 12th St., Guthrie Center. No meals are available on major holidays or during inclement weather. This service is available for seniors ages 60 and older. No reservation is needed. All menus follow Elderbridge-approved menus and provide at least one-third of the nutritional needs of individuals 60 and older. Menus are subject to change. For more information on these services, call 641-332-3818.

Adair County: Congregate Meals are served at Adair Senior Center, 410 Audubon St., Adair. Days and hours are: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Suggested contribution for meals is $5.25. If younger than age 60, fee is $12. More information can be found on the Adair County Connections Facebook page.

From the archives of The Guthrie County Vedette, June 11, 2015

PANTHER SOPHOMORE COMPETES FOR THIRD-PLACE WAUKEE. Peyton Parker stands in the mini-tennis court in his backyard at home in Panora. Parker, a Panorama sophomore, plays tennis for the Waukee program.

By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times, May 2025

Nature photographer Trish Hart and her husband, Scott, have lived at Lake Panorama fulltime since 2014. For the past few years, she has worked a few hours on weekends in guest services at Lake Panorama National Resort.

Such was the case the Saturday before Easter Sunday. On a break, Hart stepped outside the east entrance of the LPN clubhouse and snapped some pictures.

“I wanted to capture some of the beauty of Lake Panorama National,” she says.

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