TUESDAY, NOV. 4, 2025

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Terri Brandt captured this rainbow image north of Highway 44 on Saturday just west of Panora.

Polls open today

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Today is Election Day. One of the most common election questions is, “Where do I vote?” The answer is easily found by going to the website of Iowa’s Secretary of State (www.sos.iowa.gov) and then clicking on “Elections”, then on “Find my Polling Place.” Then put in your zip code and address, and the website will tell you where you should vote.

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Veterans appreciation buffet in Guthrie Center Nov. 9

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Everyone is welcome to come eat with the Omar B. Shearer American Legion Auxiliary Unit 124 (Guthrie Center) at Café on the Hill, Sunday, Nov. 9, from 8 a.m. to noon for a Veterans Day buffet. Veterans and active military members are invited to eat for free.

Iowa PBS to air 2025 IHSAA Football Championships

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

For the first time, Iowa PBS is your home for the 2025 IHSAA Football Championships. Coverage of each class’ title game will take place Thursday, Nov. 20 starting at 9:30 a.m. and Friday, Nov. 21 starting at 10 a.m. Championship games will be played at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls. Each game will be broadcast on statewide Iowa PBS and livestreamed on iowapbs.org and YouTube.

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Guthrie Center American Legion to hold Chili and Oyster Stew Dinner Nov. 11

Special to the Times Vedette

The Guthrie Center American Legion Chili and Oyster Stew Dinner will be held Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 5-7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall at 507 State St. in Guthrie Center. Use the ramp between Guthrie Center Family Medicine and Guthrie Center Post Office. The public is welcome. Veterans eat for free. All others are a free will offering. Arrive early, as the oyster stew goes quickly.

Cribbage results from Oct. 31 and Nov. 3

Special to the Times Vedette

On Oct. 31, a total of 10 players participated. Lela Schwartz got a 24 right away. Rhonda Titus had two 16s. Dave Richter got a 17 and a 16. Roy Carl got a 20 and a 16. Debbie Kiefer had a 20 and a 16. Robert Klever got a 16. Dan Webb had a 20, and Allen Pierce got a 16.

On Nov. 3, a total of 12 players participated. Sandy Rumelhart, Bill Sheeder and Rhonda Titus each got a 16; Wayne Nickel and Dan Webb each got two 16s; Robert Klever got a 20, 16 and 16; Chet Vaughan and Allen Pierce each got a 21; and Roy Carl got a 16 and a 24.

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Celebrity strikes pickup while attempting to pass

Jeep rolls over on White Pole Road

Yukon collides with cow on Redwood Avenue

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Holiday Showcase Nov. 6-8
The annual Holiday Showcase will be held in Panora, Casey and Guthrie Center to encourage residents and visitors to kick off their holiday shopping. Dates and hours are Thursday, Nov. 6 from 5-8 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participating businesses will have specials and drawings for prizes.

Holiday Raffle and Dinner in Dexter Nov. 7
The Dexter Acts of Kindness 13th annual holiday raffle (in association with Post No. 419 Dexter American Legion) will be Friday, Nov. 7 at 727 Marshall St. Doors open at 4 p.m. with dinner 5-6:30 p.m. or until gone. Meal includes pulled pork and loose meat sandwiches, along with sides and dessert for sale by the Legion and Auxiliary. Raffle drawing will be at 7 p.m.

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More than 90 calls this week including Guthrie County Deputy responding to a report of suspicious activity in Bayard; Guthrie County Sheriff, Guthrie County Deputies and Panora Police searching for two missing children in Panora; and Guthrie County Deputies and Sheriff locating and arresting a wanted individual in rural Redfield.

10-27-25

• 6:49 a.m. Stuart Ambulance responded to a medical call in Stuart

• 9:07 a.m. Stuart Police responded to a complaint at the Middle School in Redfield

• 9:48 a.m. Panora Police and Guthrie County Deputy responded to a driving complaint

• 10:51 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy took a complaint from Casey

• 11:28 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy transported one male to Guthrie County Jail

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From the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s weekly weather summary released today. Information from the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report, which is released weekly by the United States Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Service from April through November, was not available due to the federal government shutdown.

“Based on crop progress reports published over the past five years, Iowa farmers typically have more than 96% of soybeans and 85% of corn harvested by the first week of November,” Secretary Naig said. “Wet weather, especially in western Iowa, kept many farmers out of the field for several days last week. Looking ahead, weather outlooks indicate warmer temperatures and a stretch of drier days ahead, which should allow many farmers to wrap up harvest soon.”

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By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The ACGC football team (10-0) reached double-digit wins on the season and advanced to the Class A quarterfinals with its home win against Mount Ayr (6-4) on Friday, Oct. 31. The Halloween night game was a successful one for the Chargers, not allowing Mount Ayr to score until the fourth quarter.

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PICTURED: ACGC linemen block a path for No. 8 Brexton Schneider against Mount Ayr. Photo by Mark Reno

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

Preston Kent and Cadence Petersen competed at the Class 1A state cross country championships on Saturday, Nov. 1. Kent placed 28th in 17:06.2 in the boys race. Hugh Conway of South Winneshiek placed first overall with a time of 15:50.7. Riverside Oakland won the meet with 54 points.

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PICTURED: Preston Kent and Cadence Petersen at the Class 1A Cross Country State Championship. Photos by Mark Reno

6 Chargers earn honors, Littler reaches 1,000 assists

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

The ACGC volleyball team racked up awards since the season came to a close. Becca Littler and Stella Largent were both named First Team All-Conference in the WCAC. Camdyn Richter was named Second Team All-Conference. Ilana Baumert and Kailee Kautzky were both named All Conference Honorable Mention. Littler and Savannah Akers were also both named Academic All-State by the Iowa Girls’ Coaches Association. To be given this honor, seniors must hit two of the following criteria: ACT composite score of 27 or higher, cumulative GPA of 3.85 or higher, or top 5-10% of their school’s senior class. Littler also reached the milestone of 1,000 career assists this season.

Perry divers and swimmers to compete at regionals on Thursday and Saturday

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

Panorama coops with Perry for its swimming and diving team. The team will compete at the regional diving meet on Thursday, Nov. 6 in Johnston, and then in regional swimming on Saturday, Nov. 8 in Ames.

Here’s a hug!

Shane, I read your column every time I get your email/paper (A lousy hugger?, Oct. 31, 2025). I think your column is great. I am a little older than you but can relate to every story that comes from your childhood/life! Even though I may never meet you, here's a HUG! LOL. - Jeanne

By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette

The MJB Library Preschool Story Hour will have a special guest this week. Overall, Buddies will be entertaining our group on Friday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m. Lori Lynn will have her guitar and puppets and will entertain with books and songs. Lynn, an early childhood educator, will not only engage the preschoolers but will also offer tips to parents and caretakers to help the young people in their lives with reading readiness.

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PICTURED: Again this year, the MJB Library celebrated Halloween with our annual Li-BOO-ary Bash. This year, we welcomed 330 guests. Pictured is the MJB Boo Crew: Cass Fronapfel, Director Jerri Hawkins, Karen Kelly and Lynda Menefee.

ACGC school lunch menus

Panorama school lunch menus

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.

By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times, October 2025

The trees at Lake Panorama are starting to turn from green to a variety of other colors. Leaves can change color from as early as mid-September through early November. Typically, the second and third week of October are the most colorful.

This month, photographer Trish Hart shares two photos she took last year during the peak of the fall colors. One is of her husband, Scott, fishing from their home’s shoreline in Andrew’s Cove. Their son, Logan, can be seen nearby.

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