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Yale City Council discusses water shut-offs

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

During the June 4 regular meeting of the Yale City Council, discussion was held about citizens with delinquent water billing accounts. City Clerk Jonetta Long explained how the city had been dealing with these situations.

“The way we have been doing this is that I would now send them a letter. They’ve already received a disconnect notice. But we don’t have to do that (letter),” Long said.

“We have to quit going two or three periods, because our finance people say no,” Mayor Bev Louk said. “So, the first period when their water bill isn’t paid, we have to act. We have to have those funds…We aren’t making any deals with anyone. We can’t afford to do that.”

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Special to the Times Vedette

The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation hosted its Color Run on Saturday, June 1. The event started at 10:30 a.m. at the Guthrie County Hospital Fitness Center and included a 5K Run/Walk, 5K Relay Three-Person Team and a 5K and 1K Run/Walk.

The Guthrie County Hospital Health Fair was also on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Guthrie County Hospital Fitness Center/Rehab Services.

Proceeds from both events are going to those affected by the recent weather events in Greenfield.

Unofficial primary election results

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

As provided by the Guthrie County Auditor, the unofficial results of the June 4 primary election are shown below. Overall, of the county’s 8,287 registered voters, 427 ballots were cast (5.15%). Of that 427 total, 226 voted in the Republican primary, while 197 voted in the Democratic primary, and 4 in the Libertarian.

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County Fair Queen candidates sought

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

The search is on for the 2025 Guthrie County Fair Queen. On Sunday, Sept. 3, the 2024 Guthrie County Fair Queen, Riley Gibson, will pass the crown to her successor. Below are a few of the qualifications for those interested in competing for the title.

• Each contestant must be at least 16 years of age and not more than 21 years of age on the first day of the 2024 Iowa State Fair.
• Contestants must never have been married or have had children.
• The Queen must reside within Guthrie County or an adjoining county if the majority of her activities are within Guthrie County.
• The contestants must be part of at least one service organization in her community such as a church group, girl scouts, 4-H, etc. (Eligibility is NOT limited to 4-H membership)
• Candidates will be judged on personality, leadership and beauty.

Full rules and entry form are available on the website of the Guthrie County Fair.

Panora Citizen of the Year nominations now being accepted

Special to the Times Vedette

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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Help stop the spread of invasive species

From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources

Gov. Kim Reynolds recently proclaimed June as Invasive Species Awareness Month in Iowa.

Invasive species, like emerald ash borer, Asian longhorned beetle, spongy moth and oriental bittersweet threaten Iowa’s ecosystem by competing with and destroying native trees and disrupting the natural complex habitat system.

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All School Reunion team to meet June 18

Special to the Times Vedette

The ACGC All School Reunion Team has scheduled a meeting for Tuesday, June 18 at the Mary J Barnett Library at 5 p.m. Note the change in location and time. Updates will be provided on what will be going on to make sure everyone has what is needed for the weekend. Email allschoolreunion.acgc@gmail.com with any questions.

ACGC All School Reunion events announced

Special to the Times Vedette

The ACGC All School Reunion Team has announced the schedule of events and activities.

The dinner must have reservations before July 2.

Due to limited space available, the golf tournament is only open to those who golf with an alumni on their team.

Organizers are seeking a head count for the other events (cribbage, bingo, fire department BBQ, waffles, bags) to make sure they have enough for everyone.

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Register now for ACGC 2024 Alumni Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Special to the Times Vedette

The ACGC alumni will be holding a four-person best shot golf tournament on Saturday, Aug. 3 at 9 a.m. at the Guthrie Center Golf Course. Check in will be from 8-8:45 a.m.

Entry fee is $100 per person ($400 per team) and includes a sleeve of golf balls for each player and a cart for each team. Cut off will be at 24 teams.

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Business tour in Guthrie Center July 5

Special to the Times Vedette

Stores, restaurants and a variety of businesses in Guthrie Center will be participating in self-led tours on Friday, July 5 during business hours as part of the ACGC All School Reunion. Look for details, discounts and sale information in weeks ahead. Businesses are encouraged to post any historical photos for shoppers to see as well. Any business wishing to participate should contact Krissy Swenson at kjswensen91@gmail.com by June 14 in order to be included on the informational flyer.

Cribbage results from June 5

Special to the Times Vedette

On June 5, a total of 11 players participated. Rhonda Titus and Lela Schwartz each got a 20, and Dan Webb hauled in a 24. Wayne Nickel got a 20 and a 16. Jane Bacus got a 16, and Robert Klever got a 17.

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Iowa State honors spring graduates

Special to the Times Vedette

More than 4,450 graduates received degrees from Iowa State University this spring. Graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies were held May 9-11 at Hilton Coliseum.

Of the 4,455 students who graduated in May, a total of 4,591 degrees were awarded (3,884 undergraduate, 552 graduate and 155 professional) with some students earning multiple degrees.

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Bunde receives Alpha Zeta Mu Honors

Special to the Times Vedette

Alaina Bunde, Guthrie Center, class of 2026, earned Alpha Zeta Mu honors at Central College in the spring 2024 semester. Students with this honor must be full-time, complete at least three semesters at Central and achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.8 on a 4.0 scale.

Johnston named to Harding University dean's list

Special to the Times Vedette

Emma Johnston, a senior studying child life, of Panora, is among more than 1,300 Harding University students recognized for their academic excellence from grades achieved during the spring 2024 semester. The dean's list is published each semester by Dr. Marty Spears, University provost, honoring those who have achieved high scholarship. To be eligible, a student must be carrying 12 or more hours with a 3.65 or higher grade-point average and no incompletes.

Local students graduate from Buena Vista University

Special to the Times Vedette

More than 400 Buena Vista University students graduated in spring 2024. Local students who graduated include:

• Spencer Hunt of Panora graduated with a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology and exercise science.
• Stephanie Schroeder of Guthrie Center graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in human services and psychology.
• Rachel Osbahr of Yale graduated with a Master of Education in teacher leadership, curriculum, and instruction (effective teaching and instructional leadership track).

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Tuesday, June 4, ACGC baseball (0-6) played against West Central Valley (4-7) at home. ACGC held a 5-4 lead going into the sixth inning. West Central Valley proceeded to score two in the sixth inning and four in the seventh to distance itself from ACGC. Tommy Skram recorded three hits in four at-bats and also stole a base. Noah Kading provided two RBIs to go along with his two singles. Chase Slaybaugh added an RBI. Ben Franzeen spent the majority of the game on the mound for the Chargers. He pitched five and two-thirds innings, striking out five batters while walking one. Blaize Dorsey pitched the other one and one-third innings, striking out three batters.

PICTURED: #4 Noah Kading in Monday's game against Panorama. Photo by Mark Reno

ACGC drops both games in a doubleheader with I-35

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

At Interstate-35 High School on Thursday, June 6, ACGC baseball (0-9) lost both games against I-35 (12-2), one of the WCAC’s best programs. ACGC lost the first game, 19-4, and the second game, 13-3.

Game 1
Tegan Slaybaugh and Tommy Skram were the main players responsible for the Chargers’ offense in the first leg of the doubleheader. Tegan had one RBI, while Skram had two. Runs were scored by Tegan, Chase Slaybaugh, Jackson Pfrang and Jonny Kading.

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By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

Three runs in the first inning was all it took for the ACGC softball team (6-2) to extend its win streak to four games with a win at home over West Central Valley on Tuesday, June 4. West Central Valley attempted to come back, scoring one run in the sixth inning, but was ultimately unable to catch ACGC.

PICTURED: #3 Emerson Van Meter at bat in a prior game against Panorama June 3. Photo by Mark Reno

No. 8 I-35 takes both games in a doubleheader with ACGC

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Thursday, June 6, ACGC softball (6-4) played a doubleheader against No. 8 I-35 (7-5). ACGC lost the first game 7-1 and the second game 10-3.

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

PICTURED: #7 Braylon Dawes goes for a fly ball in Tuesday's game against Ogden. Photo by Betty Cooper

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

Back-to-back losses came in back-to-back days for the Panthers baseball team (3-8), which lost against the No. 1 team in the Pride of Iowa Conference, Martensdale-St. Marys, at home on Wednesday, June 5. Panorama took the lead in the first inning, 1-0, but would not score for the remainder of the contest. The RBI came from the bat of Parker Cary. Three Panthers hit the mound on that day. Cary pitched five-and-two-third innings pitched and struck out two batters. Trey Boettcher also struck out two batters in his one inning on the bump.

PICTURED: #5 Bryce Dawes runs against Martensdale-St. Marys in Wednesday's game. Photo by Betty Cooper

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Thursday, June 6, Panorama baseball (4-8) traveled to Exira-EHK High School (4-4) where they won, 12-5. The game was a back-and-forth affair. Exira-EHK was leading 3-0 in the third but lost the lead by the end of the fifth, advantage Panorama, 4-3. Exira-EHK scored twice in the fifth inning to retake the lead, 5-4. Panorama tied it at 5-5 in the top of the sixth. A scoreless seventh inning meant fans in attendance were going to be treated to more baseball. Both teams went scoreless again in the eighth. Panorama’s offense got hot in the ninth, scoring seven runs, putting the game to rest. Panorama’s next test is against West Central Valley on Monday, June 10, away from home.

PICTURED: #4 Parker Cary bats against Exira-EHK in Thursday's game. Photo by Eli Cooper

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

Double-digit runs in the first inning by away team Ogden (7-4) propelled the Bulldogs to the win over Panorama (3-8) on Tuesday, June 4. Ogden scored 10 runs in the first inning; the Panthers countered with one run of their own in the bottom of the first but were unable to mount a comeback.

PICTURED: #5 Jaidyn Sellers in a game against Manson Northwest Webster May 24. Photo by Betty Cooper

Panthers’ skid continues, lose to Martensdale-St. Marys 13-0

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Wednesday, June 5, Panorama softball (3-9) faced off against a tough Martensdale-St. Marys (7-1). The Panthers gave up 11 runs in the third inning but kept one of 2A’s best programs quiet for the rest of the game. The Panthers’ next game is against WCAC opponent West Central Valley (7-8) on Monday, June 10, away from home.

Panorama Women’s Golf League results from June 4

Special to the Times Vedette

A total of 46 women played in the Panorama Women’s Golf League on June 4.

In the A group, Susan Thompson was the low scratch winner with a 34. The second low scratch winner was Emily Spradling with a 35. Phyllis Davis and Susan Thompson were the HDCP winners with a 25. The special event was longest putt on No. 1, and Janet Luing was the winner. Phyllis Davis had the fewest putts with 14.

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Ericson has low score at June 4 Panorama West Tuesday Men’s Golf League

Special to the Times Vedette

On June 4, the Panorama West Tuesday men's golf league had 28 players. Ted Ericson had the low score of 30, fewest putts at 12, and was closest to the pin. Jay Merryman made the longest putt. The scramble was won with a score of 3 under par by the team of Curt Anderson, Curtis Twigg, Bill Eby and John Peters.

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From the archives of The Guthrie County Vedette, June 5, 2014

STILL SNAPPY. Attendees at the Winter Marathon and Bridge Party May 29 and displaying a 65 and Still Snappy sign are seated: Mafalda Makey; standing from left: Brenda Dinkla, Joyce Spicer, Ruth Owen, Carol Laughery, Floy Kenyon, Bonny Snyder, Kathy Glassinger, Sharon Wedemeyer, Judee Vaughan and Kathy DeLucca. Cheryl Batschelet was also present and took the picture.

By Michael C. Woody | Times Vedette

This is the latest reboot of the popular series of films that started when I was a child. I was not a big fan of the last reboot, but this one seems much better from the start. We find the apes living in peace and harmony with humans. It’s all fun and games until some other apes don’t think that is such a good idea. Fighting ensues. Grade: B+

Signs soon will be installed near the first tee that include a course map, rules and other details.

By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times, May 2024

The disc golf course on Lake Panorama’s south shore has been open for play since last November, yet additional work is being done this spring. The course is one part of a plan for low-impact recreational amenities developed by Friends of Lake Panorama and approved by the LPA board.

John Worth, an LPA member who in 2019 volunteered to design a disc golf course at Lake Panorama, created the course to fit on land nestled between two sections of the Lake Panorama walking trails system.

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