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A total of 17 pontoons were used with three leaving every 15 minutes from the Boulder Beach docks.

By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette

The Panora Garden Club held a fundraiser on the evening of June 19 that offered pontoon tours of Lake Panorama. Five time slots were available between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to more than 180 participants. The tour lasted about two hours with each pontoon captain making one trip around the lake. The possibility of rain was a concern, but the weather was beautiful, the water was calm, and the sunset was gorgeous.

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ACGC to add dance team for upcoming year

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

On June 18, the school boards of Adair-Casey and Guthrie Center held a joint meeting at Guthrie Center High School.

Retiring Elementary Principal Diane Flanery updated the board on the summer meals program and commented on her impending retirement.

“I figure this is about my 132nd board meeting,” Flanery said. “It’s been a very fulfilling career for me.”

Superintendent Josh Rasmussen summarized the staff employment vacancies within the two districts and the efforts to fill them.

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Celebrating the renovation of Panther ball fields

Special to the Times Vedette

The Panorama high school softball and baseball fields have undergone multiple renovations, thanks in large part to the efforts of many volunteers and workers. The renovations include:

• Infield and grass surfaces: The three community fields now boast meticulously groomed infields and lush grass surfaces. Rock now borders the outfield fence lines to ensure safety and improve the aesthetics.
• Backstop and dugout fencing: Enhanced safety and aesthetics with brand-new backstop and dugout fencing.
• Illumination: Upgraded lighting ensures optimal visibility during evening games.
• Press box: The revamped press boxes offers improved functionality and comfort.
• Storage building: Updated storage facilities to accommodate equipment and supplies.

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Guthrie Center Sidewalk Days July 26-27

Special to the Times Vedette

The Sidewalk Days committee announced the dates for this year’s Guthrie Center Sidewalk Days, which will be July 26-27 and will coordinate with the Guthrie Center Farmers Market. More details to come.

Cribbage results from June 19

Special to the Times Vedette

On June 19, a total of 13 players participated. Dan Webb racked in a 17 and a 21 while Richard Ellis got a 16 and 17. Dave Kading produced a 20 and a 16. Jane Buckus, Rhonda Titus and Robert Klever each got a 16.

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.

Local students receive degrees from University of Iowa

Special to the Times Vedette

In May, more than 6,500 University of Iowa undergraduate, graduate and professional students received their degrees, including the following students from the area:

• Simon Loftsgard of Panora, Awarding College: Tippie College of Business; Major: Finance; Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration
• Kaila Findley of Stuart, Awarding College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Major: Biology; Degree: Bachelor of Science
• Hope Livermore of Menlo, Awarding College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Major: Human Physiology; Degree: Bachelor of Science
• George Appleseth of Panora, Awarding College: College of Pharmacy; Major: Pharmacy; Degree: Doctor of Pharmacy
• MaKayla Hoing of Guthrie Center, Awarding College: College of Pharmacy; Major: Pharmacy; Degree: Doctor of Pharmacy

Leyva one of 550 spring graduates at the University of Iowa to earn two degrees

Special to the Times Vedette

In May, more than 6,500 students at the University of Iowa received their degrees. Among that group, however, were more than 550 whose celebration of that personal milestone was twice as meaningful because they had successfully earned two degrees.

Ismael Leyva of Redfield was one of the two-degree graduates. Leyva was a student in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and earned degrees in American Studies and History.

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

On Wednesday, June 19, the ACGC baseball team (0-17) lost both its games against Durant (14-10) in close contests.

Game 1
It was a low-scoring contest for both teams in the first game of the doubleheader, which ended in Durant’s favor, 4-2. Jackson Pfrang and Colton Clark were responsible for ACGCs RBIs, with one apiece. Runs were scored by Pfrang and Blaize Dorsey. Dorsey pitched all seven innings for the Chargers. He threw 92 pitches, struck out three batters and kept Durant’s batting average to .200.

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PICTURED: #4 Noah Kading takes a swing at a game earlier this season. Photo by Mark Reno

ACGC handed losses against Van Meter

By Tammy Pearson | Times Vedette

In a doubleheader against Van Meter (25-2) on June 20, ACGC baseball (0-19) managed only two runs on the night, falling 12-0 in the first game and 12-2 in the second. In the first game, Van Meter had four players cross home plate in the second inning, two in the third and six in the fourth. In the second game, Van Meter got on the board with a run in the first inning and four in the second. ACGC scored its two runs in the third inning. Van Meter added four in the fifth and three in the seventh for the final score. ACGC will face Panorama (6-12) Monday, June 24 at 7 p.m. at home.

Chargers fall to Van Meter in doubleheader

By Tammy Pearson | Times Vedette

Wednesday’s ACGC softball (8-8) game vs. Southwest Valley (3-13) was cancelled.

Thursday, June 20, the Chargers fell to powerhouse Van Meter in a double header away, losing 16-0 in the first game and 15-3 in the second. The Chargers (8-10) play tonight, 7 p.m., against Woodward-Granger (6-11) at the Phil Creese Softball Complex.

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

Panorama baseball (6-12) took a late lead against Saydel (17-7) but were unable to hold on for the win on Tuesday, June 18. The Panthers took an early lead in the away game, going up, 3-0, in the first inning. After scoring runs in the third, fourth and fifth innings, Saydel had snatched the lead away from Panorama, 6-3. Panorama scored twice in both the sixth and seventh innings to give them a 7-6 lead heading into the final three outs of the game.

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PICTURED: #7 Braylon Dawes make a hit against Saydel June 18. Photo by Betty Cooper

By Tammy Pearson | Times Vedette

Panorama baseball (6-12) fell 9-2 to Earlham (10-10) in game one of a doubleheader June 20 at home then came back to top Earlham, 5-3, in the second game. On Monday, June 24, Panorama will play at ACGC (0-19) at 7 p.m.

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PICTURED: #27 Joel Cooper waits for the catch in the game against Earlham June 20. Photo by Betty Cooper

Panthers lose hard-fought battle in game against Earlham

By Tammy Pearson | Times Vedette

The Panorama softball team (6-14) lost both games of a doubleheader to Earlham (16-11) June 20 at home. The bats were hot in the first game in a hard-fought battle in which Earlham edged the Panthers to win by one point, 10-9. In the second game of the night, Earlham powered to the 16-3 win. The girls take on Glidden-Ralston (6-9) tonight in a 5 p.m. away game.

Panorama Women’s Golf League results from June 18

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A total of 42 women played in the Panorama Women’s Golf League on June 18.

In the A group, Ai Dunlop was the low scratch winner with a 33. The second low scratch winner was Emily Spradling with a 37. Ai Dunlop was the HDCP winner with a 23. The special event was closest to pin on second shot hole No. 2, and Amy Ganske was the winner. Ai Dunlop and Karen Eby had the fewest putts with 13.

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Ganske has low score June 18 in Panorama West Tuesday Men’s Golf League

Special to the Times Vedette

On June 18, the Panorama West Tuesday men’s golf league had 28 players. Jay Ganske took honors with a low score of 29, fewest putts with 12 and longest putt. Dan Hagan was closest to the pin. The scramble was won by the team Jay Ganske, Lyle Hansen, Virgil Hoehne and Galen Johnson.

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 Center Times, June 15, 1994

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR. Mayor Forrest Schnobrich was named Casey's Citizen of the Year prior to the parade Saturday morning. Schnobrich, who was elected mayor in last November's election, is presented the award by Max Whetstone.

By Michael C. Woody | Times Vedette

I was never much of a Seinfeld fan, but I will give him credit for putting together an enormous cast of comedic actors and actresses in this dreadfully unfunny comedy about the creation of the Pop-Tart. What was most amazing is how unfunny some of these funny people can be. Seinfeld’s name obviously drew this great cast of actors and actresses, but it was all a waste with a dumb story and poor execution. It is just flat out not funny. Grade: D

Come back home and share fellowship with classmates and others.

By By Rich Wicks | Guthrie Center Times, June 2024

A famous line from the 1985 movie “The Breakfast Club” refers to five high school students as a brain, an athlete, a basket case, a princess and a criminal. These and other stereotypes have flourished in high schools for decades, but, as with all stereotypes, they fail to truly describe any one individual. People are far more complex than a simple label.

Another universal truth about high school is that people are still evolving during those turbulent high school years, and the post-high school years often reveal skills and interests that were unknown before graduation.

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