FRIDAY, NOV. 1, 2024

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Remember that Saturday night (or to be more precise, Sunday at 2 a.m.), the clock goes back one hour. So, enjoy an extra hour of sleep, courtesy of the Guthrie County Times Vedette.

Special to the Times Vedette

Jefferson artist Chad Elliott completed a large format mural in Guthrie Center. The mural, titled “Song of Guthrie County,” is a farm depiction painted on wooden panels. It was funded through the Guthrie County Arts Council and dedicated on Oct. 20, 2024.

“I was honored to be invited by the Guthrie County Arts Council to work on this mural in my old hometown. The final image I chose to paint symbolizes both the history and the future, as well as paying tribute to the importance of agriculture in the county,” Elliott said.

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By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Members of the Panorama and ACGC FFA chapters each separately visited Kinze Manufacturing in Williamsburg on their way to the National FFA Conference and Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The ACGC group was accompanied by FFA Advisor Skie Shull.

“My students are taking a tour of the Kinze plant today on our way to National FFA convention. We try to get a variety of different tours and manufacturing and animal products, all sorts of different agriculture,” Shull said. “It's a great stop for students to take on their way to national convention. I think it's very neat that the students get to experience this.”

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Special to the Times Vedette

Local residents who have a passion for Springbrook State Park and may be interested in helping to establish a friends group are invited to attend an informational session on Nov. 6 from 6-8 p.m. at the park office.

Friends groups are nonprofit entities that support individual state parks in a variety of ways, including leading local outreach and fundraising efforts, coordinating improvement projects for natural areas and buildings, hosting special events and more. Springbrook is seeking longer-term volunteer leaders who want to be a part of something bigger and create a lasting legacy. They especially encourage people with any past volunteer organization/operational experience.

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By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

The house at 1103 Prairie St. in Guthrie Center was a popular destination at Halloween, and for good reason. Lisa Neitz, Dean Beukema, and their son, Andrew Neitz, live at the house, but every fall, the yard belongs to an amazing array of spooky creatures.

Lisa and Dean described the labor of love they perform each fall to get their yard prepared for Halloween. Some of the decorations are handmade, including homegrown pumpkins. Other items are store-bought.

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Special to the Times Vedette

Panora Garden Club members diligently prepare materials to decorate the Panora Square this Sunday for the holidays. Front: Julie Tibbles and Gayle Levis. Back: Linda Dahl, JoAnn Johnson and Ruth Rowedder.

GCH trustees told financial audit is ‘clean’

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

During the Oct. 24 meeting of the Guthrie County Hospital Board of Trustees meeting, Brian Green, representing the firm of Eide Bailly, presented the draft of the FY2024 financial audit report. No significant irregularities or concerns were noted.

The trustees discussed and compared costs of leasing (versus buying) the Panora Clinic building. No board action was taken at this time.

The trustees approved a reimbursement resolution allowing expenses incurred for the expansion project, prior to the issuance of the bonds, to be allocated to the project and reimbursed.

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Stuart citizens voice concerns about EMS plan

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Voters in Guthrie County will decide on Tuesday, Nov. 5 whether to support a ballot measure to approve taxation to create a countywide EMS service, using EMS crews from Panora, Stuart and Adair. The measure asks voters to approve a 75-cent per $1,000 of taxable value on their property with the funding to be shared by the ambulances serving Guthrie County residents. Sixty percent must vote “yes” for the measure to pass. The new tax is expected to generate $750,000-$800,000 in revenue each year.

Recently, four Stuart residents sat down with the Times Vedette to explain their concerns about the plan. These included Mayor Dick Cook, Bob Cook, Police Chief Dave Reha and former councilmember Bryan Belden. The four stressed that they are not against a countywide EMS service, but they don’t feel the ballot measure and proposed plan have adequately addressed their concerns.

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New snowmobile law streamlines permit requirements for residents

From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources

Iowa snowmobilers are no longer required to purchase and display an annual trail user permit, according to a new law that went into effect July 1, 2024. The law folded the trail user permit into the annual snowmobile registration fee, which will now be $30 plus administration fees. The previous price for each type was $15.

Registration and permit fees for snowmobiles are placed in a dedicated account for snowmobile programs in Iowa, including the Iowa Snowmobile Trail Grant Program, which is administered through the Iowa State Snowmobile Association. The grant program supports snowmobile trail development and grooming; equipment purchases

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Iowa’s furbearer season begins Nov. 2

From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources

Iowa’s furbearer season opens Saturday, and the outlook for trappers is positive — most species populations are steady, and there are some early indications wild fur pelt prices could be trending up this winter.

The challenge, however, could be that fewer marshes and streams have good water levels.

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Cribbage results from Oct. 30

Special to the Times Vedette

On Oct. 30, a total of nine players participated. Wayne Nickel, Robert Klever and Lela Schwartz each got a 16. Jane Barcus and Allen Pierce each had a 17. Sandy Rumelhart got a 22.

The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library on Mondays at 8 a.m., at the New Homestead independent living rec room at 8 a.m. on Wednesdays, and at the Guthrie Center Activity Center 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.

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Saturday, Nov. 2, Panorama cross country will compete in the 1A state championship boys and girls meets at the Lakeside Municipal Golf Course in Fort Dodge. The girls cross country team qualified for state after its second-place finish at the 1A qualifying meet last Thursday, Oct. 24. The team will consist of Kylie Rochholz, Laicey Lutz, Almiranda Burnett, Nella Rivas, Maddy Lutz and Corrie Knapp. Noah Poldberg qualified as an individual for the boys by placing third at the 1A state-qualifying meet. The girls race will start at 10:30 a.m. The boys race will start at 11:15 a.m.

PICTURED: Noah Poldberg during his third place finish at the 1A state-qualifying meet at ACGC on Oct. 24. Photo courtesy of Greg Thompson

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

ACGC football (9-0) hosts Mount Ayr (7-2) tonight, Friday, Nov. 1 in the A division second-round playoffs. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m. ACGC has a win over Mount Ayr this season after defeating them, 40-14, in early October. Mount Ayr beat Earlham (6-3) in a 58-50 shootout to get to the second round. ACGC handled Wayne, 28-0, in its first-round matchup. Mount Ayr has some weapons ACGC will need to be aware of. Quarterback Jackson Ruggles has 847 passing yards and 10 passing TDs. He also has 522 rushing yards and 10 rushing TDs. Behind him is Dyson Thompson, who has 125 carries for 888 yards and seven TDs. Tate Dugan is Ruggles’ favorite target, with 20 catches for 360 yards and six TDs. Of course, ACGC is no stranger to dynamic weapons, boasting a few themselves. Jathan South has 475 passing yards, seven passing TDs, 966 rushing yards, and 19 rushing TDs. His 26 total TDs rank sixth among all players in the A division. Then you have the running back duo of Mike Fuller and Joe Crawford. Miller leads ACGC with 148 carries for 1,094 yards and 12 TDs (and one passing TD on his one pass attempt this season). Crawford has 79 carries for 872 yards and seven TDs. He leads the team in receiving with 14 catches for 258 yards and four TDs.

PICTURED: No. 13 Thomas Skram breaks outside on his 20-yard reception during ACGC's round one win over Wayne on Oct. 26. Photo by Mark Reno

ACGC girls and boys travel to Fort Dodge for state meet on Saturday

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The ACGC boys and girls cross country teams travel to the Lakeside Municipal Golf Course in Fort Dodge on Saturday, Nov. 2 for the 1A state championship meet. Both squads qualified for the state meet after winning the qualifying races last Thursday, Oct. 24. The boys team will be Preston Kent, Gavin Sloss, Tate Fever, Noah Kading, Jonny Kading, Brody Beeler and Jameson Pfrang. The girls team will be Ava Campbell, Cadence Petersen, Jayla Hoover, Adalyn Benson, Emmarae Ellis, Paige Van Meter and Lillie Lauzon.

Congregate Meals are served at Sneakers Café, Monday through Friday, in the Guthrie County Hospital. 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.

From the archives of The Guthrie County Vedette, Oct. 25, 1984

HAWKETTE QUARTET. The Panora-Linden girls cross country team has enjoyed one of its better seasons despite having only four competitors. The young P-L team includes, from left, three freshmen, Cheryl Ostby, Rachel Pote and Jyl Hawley, and senior Kimberly Teale. The Hawkettes run at district at Atlantic Thursday.

By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times, October 2024

It was a cold Sunday afternoon in January 2017 when Cathy Wilkerson drove to Ames to attend a soapmaking class offered by a woman who sells soap at the Des Moines farmers market. That experience led to her opening Ada’s Acres five years ago.

“We learned about lye safety, the components of various oils and butters and how the saponification process works,” Wilkerson says. “Saponification is the chemical reaction between lye and the oils and butters that changes it into soap. There were 15 of us, and we each made our own little Tupperware container of soap. We were told to let it sit overnight, then take it out of the container and cut it into bars. I was hooked.”

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PANORA COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR SALE OR LEASE: Nearly 1,500 square feet of professional office or retail space on Main Street in Panora. Approximately 1,000 square feet finished with remaining space ready to be built out or used as storage or shop area. Front portion walled off for reception area. Open space in the middle. New windows in middle and back area installed this year, as well as a new canopy on front of building. Painted recently inside and out. Sale price of $75,000 or lease for $750 per month with flexible terms. Contact Shane Goodman for a viewing at 515-473-8312 or shane@dmcityview.com.

FOR RENT: Newly Renovated! 2/1 Apartment for Rent. Newly renovated 2-bed, 1-bath apartment at 502 W Market St, Panora, IA 50216. Enjoy 700 sq ft of modern living with LVP flooring, new cabinets, counter tops, fresh paint, and updated trim and doors. Under new management, this bright and stylish unit offers comfort and convenience in a welcoming community near local amenities. $800/month. Call 712-469-4033.

INDOOR BOAT AND RV STORAGE. Secured facility. Concrete floors. Staff on site. Arrange a day and time now to drop off and to pick up in the spring. Advance payment required. Limited space available. 104 Industrial Road in Guthrie Center. Visit https://storage.biggreenumbrellamedia.com for rates and details or call or text 515-473-8312.

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