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By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Although the new Little Charger Early Learning Center still has some areas being completed, most of the classrooms are done, and the center is in use. Director Kimla Buttler shared updates on the plans underway.

An open house is scheduled for July 5 from 9-11 a.m. to coincide with the All-School Reunion, so those who are interested can see the new center. An official ribbon-cutting ceremony will be announced later in the summer.

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At the Art on State class on June 12. Students made fairy houses and rubbed their hands in paint and put them on the wall.

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.

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Dale and Debbie Menning at 307 N.12th St. are the winners of $100 in chamber bucks from the Guthrie Center Lions Club and the Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce for the Yard of the Month contest for June. These two organizations have teamed up to award citizens who maintain and take pride in their yard with this monthly contest that runs through October.

From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources

If you enjoy eating apples, peaches, blueberries, tomatoes, squash and more, thank a bee. Or, better yet, plant some pollinator friendly native plants in a pot, or flower bed or garden and support the local bees and butterflies.

National Pollinator Week is June 17-23.

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Head to Bayard’s Main Street on Saturday for the Wheels for Meals Show. Money raised will be used to provide healthy summer lunches for youngsters in several communities.

Pastor Bob Rogers had a vision in the spring of 2023 to make and deliver summer meals to youngsters in Bayard, Bagley, Jamaica, Yale and Linden. With the help of volunteers and generous donors, approximately 9,000 meals were provided to youngsters over a nine-week period in the summer.

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Panorama School Board votes to continue Instructional Support Levy

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

During the regular meeting of the Panorama School Board on June 10, the board approved continuation of the Instructional Support Levy. Superintendent Kasey Huebner explained that 95% of districts in Iowa impose this levy to help fund any general fund purpose. The total levy program may not exceed 10% of the district's regular program district cost. The revenues from the Instructional Support Program may be expended for any purpose allowed from the General Fund. The program may be funded by all property tax or a combination of property tax and income surtax.

“Currently, we have it set as 4% income surtax and the rest would be property tax,” Huebner said.

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Tori’s Angels annual breakfast benefit fundraiser June 16

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You are invited to spend Father’s Day morning enjoying eggs, sausage, pancakes and drinks at the annual Tori’s Angels free-will offering breakfast benefit and silent auction on Sunday, June 16 at the Panora Community Center from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The annual breakfast celebrates the foundation’s first breakfast in 2010 for then-5-year-old Tori Heckman, who desperately needed heart surgery in Boston. The subsequent foundation was named for the 800 attendees who so generously donated money for Tori’s surgery and proved themselves to be one of Tori’s Angels.

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It’s Invasive Species Month

From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources

Iowa woodlands, wildlands and waterways draw hundreds of thousands of tourists and recreational users each year. Much of the spread of invasive species comes from people simply enjoying nature. Uninvited guests can hitch a ride on outdoor gear, shoes and clothes, travelling hundreds of miles in a single day.

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Sunshine Club meets June 11

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On Tuesday, June 11, 10 Sunshine Club members and one guest met at the home Wanda Johnson for an 11 a.m. luncheon meeting. Trudy called the meeting to order by everyone praying together the Lord’s Prayer. The roll call was something you dislike doing. Many interesting answers were given. The minutes of the previous meeting were read, and the treasurer’s report was given. Birthdays and anniversaries were mentioned with all singing “Happy Birthday” to Linda Thompson since it was her birthday. Next month’s meeting will be a 1 p.m. meeting on July 9 at the Raccoon Ridge Music Hall. Line dancing will be at 2 p.m. The annual Mystery Trip will be in August with Trudy planning that again. Meeting adjourned. Wanda served a delicious meal then everyone walked around her beautiful yard full of gorgeous flowers. Last on the list was playing bingo with lots of neat prizes.

Cribbage results from June 12

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On June 12, a total of 13 players participated. Two players got a 16, two players got a 17, Dennis Betts got a 20, and Rhonda Titus got the 24.

The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library on Mondays at 8 a.m., at the assisted 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. For more information, email 58chevy@netins.net.

Isuzu strikes fence on Wagon Road

Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Blake Michelsen reported a single-vehicle collision occurring on June 3 at 11:30 a.m. on Wagon Road and 315th Street. Isaac Luis Monrroy-Nunez, 18, of Panora, was driving a 2020 Isuzu on a left curve and started to go into the east shoulder. He over-corrected his steering and went into the west ditch and struck a field fence. Curve signs were posted on the shoulder before the spot where the vehicle went off the roadway. Monrroy-Nunez showed no signs of impairment or intoxication. Monrroy-Nunez was charged with failure to maintain control. Estimated damage to the fence line is $1,000, and estimated damage to the Isuzu was also $1,000.

Grand Marquis loses control, strikes tree on Highway 44

Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Shane Jones reported a single-vehicle accident occurring on June 12 at 4:55 p.m. on Highway 44 east of Dogwood Avenue. Jonathan Robert Hogan Brandon, 24, of Indianola, was driving a 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis eastbound when he had attempted to pass a truck and trailer. When passing, he accidentally hit the north shoulder and lost control, entering the north ditch and striking a tree. Hogan Brandon was taken to Methodist West Hospital by ambulance. He was charged with failure to maintain control. Estimated damage to the Mercury was estimated at $10,000.

Chevy truck backs into Chrysler Pacifica in Guthrie Center

Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Blake Michelsen reported a two-vehicle collision occurring on June 5 at 5:39 p.m. at the intersection of Ordway Street and N. Fourth Street in Guthrie Center.

Evan Lynn Johnson, 67, of Guthrie Center was backing up a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado truck out of her driveway and struck a 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Limited driven by Mitchell Ross McNeill, 28, of Guthrie Center. Damage to the Chevrolet truck is estimated at $1,000, and damage to the Chrysler Pacifica is estimated at $2,500.

Findley, Kliegl and Leyva named to University of Iowa 2024 spring semester dean's list

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More than 7,650 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa were named to the dean's list for the 2024 spring semester. The total includes more than 1,200 students who also qualified for Iowa's president's list; students who meet the president's list requirements also meet the requirements for inclusion on the dean's list.

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University of Iowa 2024 spring semester dean's list honorees announced

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More than 7,650 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa named to the dean's list for the 2024 spring semester.

Dean's list status was earned by 1,063 first-year undergraduates during the 2023 spring semester at Iowa, 1,752 second-year students, 2,041 third-year students, and 2,807 fourth-year students.

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Iowa State University announces spring 2024 dean’s list

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More than 10,600 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the spring semester 2024 dean's list. Students named to the dean's list must earn a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded course work.

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Kalbach named to Graceland University's spring 2024 President's List

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The honor roll lists for Graceland University's 2024 spring term have been announced, and Alexander Kalbach of Stuart has been named to the President's List.

Graceland University students with a perfect 4.0 grade point average are named to the President's List. The Graceland University President's List students represent a diverse range of academic disciplines, reflecting Graceland's commitment to a well-rounded and comprehensive educational experience. Their achievements highlight the University's dedication to providing a challenging and intellectually stimulating environment that nurtures the growth and development of future transformational leaders.

Henson named to Upper Iowa University's spring 2024 dean's list

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Upper Iowa University announced the dean's list for the Spring 2024 semester. To be honored, the undergraduate must have earned a minimum 3.50 GPA and be enrolled as a full-time student.

Among those named to the dean's list was Brittney Henson, a Instruc Strat: BD/LD/ID major from Stuart.

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

It was back-to-back doubleheaders for ACGC baseball (0-14) this week. On Thursday, June 13, ACGC took to its home field against Pleasantville (12-7).

Game one, 7-4 L
ACGC kept the first contest close. The Chargers were only down one run with the score sitting at 2-3 heading into the fifth inning. A four-run outburst from Pleasantville made the game 7-2, enough to prevent an ACGC comeback. Franzeen provided two RBIs, while Mahaffey and Pfrang added one each. Mahaffey had a perfect 1.000 on-base percentage, with two hits and one walk in his three plate appearances. Kading and Franzeen combined for 131 pitches on the day for ACGC. Franzeen had five strikeouts in his four innings on the mound.

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PICTURED: #2 Tegan Slaybaugh slides into base against Pleasantville June 13. Photo by Mark Reno

ACGC drops both games in doubleheader vs. Madrid, 13-3 and 19-10

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Tuesday, June 11, ACGC baseball (0-12) hosted Madrid (8-8) in a doubleheader.

Game one, 13-3 L
ACGC had six hits in game one, all singles. Tommy Skram, Jackson Pfrang and Chase Slaybaugh scored three runs for the Chargers. Noah Kading was the source for ACGC’s lone RBI. ACGC did the majority of its damage on the base paths, stealing six bases. Skram with two and Pfrang, Slaybaugh, Kading and Ben Franzeen all with one.

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By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Thursday, June 13, ACGC softball (7-8) hosted a doubleheader against Pleasantville (12-6), losing both games. Game one was close. ACGC scored two runs in the top of the fourth inning to take a 3-2 lead. Pleasantville answered back, scoring one run in the bottom of the fourth inning to tie the game, 3-3. The decisive run came from Pleasantville one inning later in the fifth, which the Trojans rode to the victory. ACGC also led in the second game. A two-run second inning saw the Chargers take the lead, 2-1. Pleasantville answered immediately, scoring two runs in the third, inning and exploded in the fourth inning with six more runs, leading to a 9-2 loss for ACGC. ACGC will host its ACGC Softball Invitation this Saturday, June 15. The Chargers will welcome AHSTW, CAM, Earlham, Missouri Valley, MVAOCOU, Ogden and Treynor to its home field.

PICTURED: #11 Mersadez Richter makes the tag against Pleasantville June 13. Photo by Mark Reno

Chargers split doubleheader with Madrid, win 2-1, lose 5-1

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

ACGC softball (7-6) played two games against at home Madrid on Tuesday, June 11. In the first game, ACGC scored in the first inning to take an early 1-0 lead. It took some time, but Madrid answered back with a one-run inning of its own in the fifth, tying the game, 1-1. ACGC scored in the bottom of the seventh inning to record the walk-off win, 2-1. Madrid got its revenge in game two. This time the Tigers struck early, taking a 3-0 lead in the first inning. ACGC’s lone run came in the fourth inning. Madrid would go on to win game two, 5-1.

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Tuesday, June 11, Panorama baseball (5-9) hosted Woodward-Granger (5-9) in a tight contest. The Hawks jumped out to a six-run lead at the top of the third inning and would not surrender the lead for the rest of the game despite Panorama’s efforts. Four Panther players recorded hits. Braylon Dawes, Trey Boettcher, Brayden Galvan and Cruz Crandall all had singles. Galvan and Dawes split time on the mound. Galvan pitched six innings; despite only striking out one batter, he kept Woodward-Granger's batting average to .143. Dawes did not give up a hit in his one inning on the bump.

PICTURED: #23 Trey Boettcher waits for his chance to run against Woodward-Granger June 11. Photo by Betty Cooper

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

In a home matchup on Thursday, June 13, Panorama baseball (5-10) lost to No. 4 Des Moines Christian (15-2). A five-run outburst from the Lions in the bottom of the third inning gave Des Moines Christian a 7-1 lead that the Panthers would not overcome. Panorama’s next game is against Madrid (8-10), away from home, on Monday, June 17.

PICTURED: #5 Bryce Dawes leaps for a catch against Des Moines Christian June 13. Photo by Betty Cooper

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

After going on a seven-game skid, Panorama softball (4-10) got back in the win column at home on Tuesday, June 11. Despite Woodward-Granger (3-9) taking a 5-3 lead in the top of the third inning, Panorama battled back to score four in the sixth inning to take the lead, 7-5, which they rode out to the victory.

PICTURED: #23 Arilyan Steenblock prepares to throw in a previous game. Photo by Betty Cooper

Panthers split doubleheader with Des Moines Christian, lose game one, 10-9, win game two, 14-13

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

Runs were not in short supply during Panorama softball’s (5-11) doubleheader with Des Moines Christian on Thursday, June 13. Panorama got its revenge after dropping the first leg, 10-9, winning the second game 14-13. After some early struggles on offense this season, Panorama is averaging 9.75 runs per game in its last four contests. Panorama will be back in action this weekend at the Orient-Macksburg Softball Tournament. They have two games scheduled for Saturday, June 15, against Melcher-Dallas (5-10) and Murray (11-5).

Hansen and Crawmer have low score June 11 in Panorama West Tuesday Men’s Golf League

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On June 11, the Panorama West Tuesday men’s golf league had 37 players. Chip Hansen and Trent Crawmer had a low score of 3 over par 30. Rod Peterson was closest to the pin. Derek Anderson won low putts with 14. The longest putt was made by Jeff Houston. The scramble was won by the team of Trent Crawmer, Jeff Houston, John Muenzenberger, and Doug Hemphill with a 3 under par 24.

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 Guthrian, June 3, 1974

NEW FHA FACES. Robert Muenchrath, left, Monday assumed duties as county Farmers Home Administration supervisor for Guthrie and Audubon counties. Muenchrath is shown going over assignments with Jerry Peckumn of Bayard, a senior at Iowa State University who is working as a student trainee in the FHA office this summer.

By Michael C. Woody | Times Vedette

Sometimes, I like to go see movies that I have no idea what they are about. Last month’s gem, “Wicked Little Letters,” was a huge surprise and a real treat. Watch for it on the streaming services. So funny. This month’s surprise is “Unsung Hero,” a movie that has already come and gone. Watch for it on the streaming services. It is the true story of a concert promoter down on his luck after an Amy Grant Australian concert tour fizzled out. He is out of a job and lost a bunch of money. Did I mention he has six kids and a pregnant wife? I’m deliberately not going to give you a whole lot more information, as it is more fun to find out where this crazy-but-true story takes you. Grade: B-

Jeffrey Bump explains the impact Lake Panorama has had in Guthrie County and on the Bump & Bump law firm.

By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times, June 2024

The Panora law firm of Bump & Bump was formed in 1991 between brothers Jeffrey and William Bump. The pair chose the same career path as their father, Wilbur Bump, who was one of the early leaders of the effort to create Lake Panorama.

William Bump earned his law degree from Drake University in 1984 and began practicing law with his father in West Des Moines. Jeffrey Bump earned his law degree, also from Drake University, in 1988. After graduation, he joined an 85-lawyer law firm in Dallas, Texas.

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