| | Pulling a Wayne
I attended a community event recently and noticed a friend with a shirt that appeared off-balanced. It was a pressed, button-down shirt that he was wearing untucked in one of those trendy ways today, but one side of the shirt was longer than the other. I dismissed this as just another modern fashion trend I am unaware of. Then I looked closer and noticed the collar of his shirt was also off. Assuming this was now a buttoning error, I felt comfortable pointing this out to my friend. He thanked me, excused himself for a moment, and came back buttoned up to perfection — and then ribbed me for being the "clothing police."
It happens. Most all of us have erred in getting dressed in some way. Many of us have been guilty of “leaving the barn door open.” For you city folks, that’s a reference to accidentally leaving the zipper on your pants down. This is a more awkward situation to address with others, as you leave the unzipped person wondering why you were looking down there in the first place.
My junior high wrestling coach, Fritz Nielsen, would frequently point out to me how proud he was of having matching socks on. I didn’t understand the accomplishment, until Fritz explained that he dressed himself each morning in the dark. With a degree of color blindness, I can relate.
When I was coaching wrestling, my fellow coaches and I would do our best to help our athletes dress properly for competition. Inevitably, though, a newcomer to the sport would step on the mat with his singlet on backwards and then take a ribbing by his teammates. This was a mistake a wrestler would make only once.
Truth be told, I have made my share of dressing mistakes, and I am not referring to bleu cheese. I am convinced this is inherited, as my father, Wayne, would often miss a loop with his belt. When we noticed others doing this, my siblings and I would affectionately refer to this as “pulling a Wayne.” For whatever reason, I seem to be “pulling a Wayne” more often now when I get dressed. Maybe I am in a hurry. Maybe my fingers don’t work like they used to. Or maybe I just don’t care. Probably all three.
There are solutions to all this. Don’t wear shirts with buttons. Avoid wearing belts. And make sure all your socks are black.
Needless to say, and despite my friend’s comment, I am not really a member of the "clothing police." Meanwhile, you should check your belt loops. You may have pulled a Wayne.
Have a fantastic Friday, and thanks for reading.
Shane Goodman
Editor and Publisher
Times Vedette digital newsletter
shane@gctimesnews.com
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| | Guthrie Center City Council hears complaint about compliance issues, agrees to ‘moral obligation letter’ for Little Charger daycare center
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the May 27 meeting of the Guthrie Center City Council, resident Renea Winkelblack addressed the council regarding what she views as unequal treatment regarding ordinance violations. She noted that in April, she informed the city’s compliance officer of several properties in violation of city ordinances, and no apparent action has occurred.
“Here we are, a month later, and the places that I complained about still are not taken care of,” Winkelblack said.
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| | Panora City Council approves road closure during Panorama Days
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the May 27 meeting of the Panora City Council, the councilmembers approved Resolution 25-24, authorizing the closure of Iowa Highway 44 and other city streets at certain times during Panorama Days, Aug. 1-3.
City Administrator Lisa Grossman updated the council on the city’s plans to purchase a new skid loader.
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 | | | Gov. Reynolds visits Guthrie County Hospital | | | | | | | | By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Gov. Kim Reynolds came to the Guthrie County Hospital on May 28 to sign two bills into law. Both relate to healthcare.
Gov. Reynolds signed House File 972 and House File 310. The first (also known as the Rural Healthcare Bill) opens additional residency slots in teaching at hospitals, to help foster more availability of healthcare staff statewide.
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 | | | Gov. Reynolds signs into law rural health care, medical residency expansion proposal | | | | | | | | By Robin Opsahl | Iowa Capital Dispatch
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law Wednesday her legislative proposal to increase physician training options and rural health care accessibility, a step she said will help ease burdens on rural hospitals and increase patients’ health outcomes across the state.
Reynolds signed House File 972 at Guthrie County Hospital in Guthrie Center, one of many rural health providers she said will benefit from the measure. The law, which she first introduced in February, includes multiple components.
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 | | | Bluegills are biting in small ponds and lakes across Iowa | | | | | | | | From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources
In late May and early June, male bluegill build nests that female bluegill lay eggs in. Bluegill nests are circular depressions, 1 to 2 feet in diameter. Built in clusters called beds, they appear to look like the surface of a golf ball or elephant tracks.
Male bluegills are easy to catch when they are guarding the nests in shallow water. Cast from a distance instead of getting close if the water is clear. Fish will be less finicky if they don’t see you.
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| | Iowa’s 2025 pheasant hatch is underway | | | | | | | | From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources
The first reports of pheasant chick broods have been coming in to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) over the past two weeks, marking the beginning of the 2025 hatching season.
The mild winter and favorable April weather led to some early nesting across much of the state and while May is primarily an incubation month, June is when the peak hatch occurs.
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| | Farmers markets begin June 7
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Again this year, the Panora and Guthrie Center farmers markets will alternate weeks, meaning that each Saturday from June 7 through Sept. 20, shoppers can easily find local produce. The season kicks off on Saturday, June 7 at the Panora farmers market (held every other week at the Guthrie County Historical Village, 206 W. South St.). Hours will be 9 to noon.
On the opposite Saturdays, beginning June 14, the Guthrie Center farmers market will run from 9-11 a.m. in downtown Guthrie Center. | |
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| | Barns of Guthrie County
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
In upcoming issues of Guthrie Center Times and Panora Times, we will share photos and stories about some of the historic and unique barns in the area. If you know of a barn that deserves to be included, email your suggestion to rich@gctimesnews.com. | |
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| | Panora Library kicks off Summer Reading program
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the month of June, the Panora Public Library will kick off its Summer Reading program for kids of all ages, infant to 18. Interested readers can pick up a tracking sheet and earn prizes for summer reading.
On Friday, June 6 at 10 a.m., the library will host a “Zoo to You” event at the Panora Community Center in cooperation with the Blank Park Zoo.
On the other Fridays in June (June 13, 20 and 27) the library will hold “Stories, Crafts and Games” for kids of all ages beginning at 10 a.m. each day.
The Panora Public Library is located at 102 North First St., Panora. | |
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| | Jennifer Hewitt Memorial Art Awards announced
Special to the Times Vedette
The Guthrie County Arts Council announced its 2025 Jennifer Hewitt Memorial Art Awards, presented annually to an outstanding graduating senior art student in each of Guthrie County’s four school districts. The following student artists were recognized:
ACGC: Tessa Sheeder. Teacher comments: “Shows potential talent in visual arts, is a productive worker, and overall nice person.”
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| | Guthrie Center Municipal Utilities issues survey
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Property owners in Guthrie Center have likely received automated call(s) from Guthrie Center Municipal Utilities regarding a survey. City Administrator Kris Arrasmith provided background information about the process.
“As a gas utility provider, we are required to do a “public awareness” call to our utility customers each year,” Arrasmith said.
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| | GCH now offering Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) program
Special to the Times Vedette
Guthrie County Hospital announced the addition of the Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) procedure to its suite of diagnostic services. This cutting-edge procedure will help assess and treat swallowing disorders with a minimally invasive approach, providing patients with an enhanced level of care.
FEES is a highly effective diagnostic tool that uses a small, flexible fiberoptic camera to examine the throat and evaluate the swallowing process in real time. The procedure helps detect swallowing difficulties, which can be critical in preventing aspiration and related health complications, including pneumonia and malnutrition.
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| | Cribbage results from May 28
Special to the Times Vedette
On May 28, a total of eight players participated. Richerd Ellis got two 16s, Allen Pierce got a 17, Sandy Rumelhart got a 16, Robert Klever got two 16s, and Dan Webb got two 16s and a 21.
The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library on Mondays at 8 a.m. and at the New Homestead independent living dining hall at 8 a.m. on Wednesdays and 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. | |
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| | Central College students named to Dean's List
Special to the Times Vedette
Each semester, Central College recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement by naming them to the Dean's List. This distinction is reserved for those who have earned a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher while completing a minimum of 12 graded credit hours. The students exemplify academic excellence and a strong commitment to their education.
- Alaina Bunde of Guthrie Center is in the Class of 2026.
- Andrew Mahaffey of Guthrie Center is in the Class of 2028.
- Kylie Young of Guthrie Center is in the Class of 2025.
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| | Local students graduate from Buena Vista University
Special to the Times Vedette
Buena Vista University congratulates more than 400 students who graduated in Spring 2025. Local students who graduated include:
- Evan Taylor of Redfield graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of arts in business (financial decision making, agricultural business, and management tracks).
- Drew Taylor of Redfield graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of arts in business (financial decision making and management tracks).
- Claire Woodworth of Panora graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of arts in agriculture (9-12 teaching licensure).
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| | Kalbach graduates from Graceland University
Special to the Times Vedette
Graceland University has announced the Spring 2025 graduation list. Graduates from around the country and the world have been recognized for earning undergraduate and graduate degrees from Graceland University between December 2024 through April 2025.
- Alexander Kalbach of Stuart graduated with a bachelor of arts (physical education and health).
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| | Taylor named All-Region by D3baseball.com and ABCA/Rawlings
Special to the Times Vedette
The D3baseball.com and the ABCA/Rawlings All-Region Baseball Teams were both announced on Monday, May 27, and Buena Vista senior Evan Taylor was selected to the Second Team for each.
Taylor, who was the 2022 Regional Rookie of the Year, is now a three-time D3baseball.com All-Region selection (2022 First Team, 2023 Second Team) and a 4x ABC/Rawlings selection (2022 and 2024, Second Team, 2023 Third Team). He finished his final campaign this year by leading the region in doubles (26) and doubles per game (0.58) and ranked eighth in runs (58). He hit .371 overall which was second in the conference and recorded 66 hits to break the BVU all-time record with 244.
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| | Ford Freestyle rollover occurs on Quail Road
Special to the Times Vedette
Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Bennett reported a single-vehicle accident occurring on May 16 at 12:53 p.m. on Quail Road. Rebecca Ann Tannahill, 71, of Bagley, was driving a 2005 Ford Freestyle SE southbound on Quail Road and failed to stop at a stop sign at 160th, losing control on the gravel roadway and entering the northbound ditch. The vehicle rolled over into the ditch and back onto the roadway. Estimated damage to the Ford is $3,500. | |
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| | Two vehicles collide on Wagon Road
Special to the Times Vedette
Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Blake Michelsen reported a two-vehicle collision occurring on May 28 at 8:55 a.m. on Wagon Road and 252nd Street. Jacob Burnett Crawford, 39, of Greenfield, was driving a 2012 Chevrolet Captiva northbound on Wagon Road and fell asleep while driving, crossing the center line and colliding with a 2025 RAM 1500 Limited driven by Keith Bradley Fulton, 61, of Panora. Damage to the Chevrolet is estimated at $20,000. Damage to the RAM is estimated at $20,000. Crawford was cited for driving on the wrong side of the roadway. The report stated that neither driver showed signs of impairment or intoxication. | |
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 | | | Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report | | | | | | | | From the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship provides a weather summary each week during this time.
“Last week’s cool and soggy conditions sidelined many farmers who were looking to finish planting or complete other field work. Despite the delays, most farmers are grateful to receive the rain as we recharge our soils and give the crops a strong early season boost,” said Secretary Naig. “We expect a less active weather pattern with warmer temperatures and spotty rain in the week ahead.”
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| | Summer Day Camps
- June 5, 9 a.m. to noon, Up, Down, Spin Around, kindergarten-third, $20.
- June 12, 9 a.m. to noon, Science of BBQ, fourth-eighth, $25.
- June 19, 9 a.m. to noon, Fun With Bots, kindergarten-third, $20.
- June 26, 9 a.m. to noon, AG Everyday, fourth-eighth, $20.
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| | State track and golf roundup; baseball and softball begin; brothers meet in the final | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
State championships roundup
I know you have seen plenty of coverage of the golf and track and field state championships, so I won’t go on for too long, but a recap of both school’s performances is certainly fitting. Follow the links below to more comprehensive coverage of their performances. After the Panorama girls finished fifth at the state meet in 2024, it was the ACGC boys' turn to represent Guthrie County high up on the leader board. Let’s hope we see both of these programs on the blue track in Des Moines in 2026.
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 | | | Panther golfers place 7th at state championships | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The Panorama boys golf team competed in the 2A Iowa High School State Golf Championships May 27-28 at Gates Park Golf Course in Waterloo. Overall, Panorama shot a +75 to place seventh. Columbus Catholic shot a +24 to win the championship. West Marshall’s Hunter Polley had the best score of the meet, shooting a -4 at the competition. The Panthers best round came from Parker Cary, who shot a +12, 18th best at the meet. Cary’s 75 tied for the fifth-best score in round one. Brayden Galvan shot +18, Bryce Dawes shot +19, Alexander Hammerstrom shot +32, Cole Carstens shot +33 and Eli Hammerstrom shot +45.
PICTURED: The Panorama boys golf team, pictured here after qualifying, placed seventh at the 2A state championship on Tuesday, May 27. | |
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 | | | Panorama drops double header against Pleasantville, 10-0, 11-0 | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The Panorama baseball team (1-3) lost both games of its away double header against Pleasantville (5-0) on Thursday, May 29. The Panthers return to their home diamond on Monday, June 2, against Woodward-Granger (2-3). The two ball clubs split the season series last year, with Panorama winning the first matchup, 11-10, and Woodward-Granger winning the second, 7-4.
PICTURED: No. 27 Joel Cooper makes contact against Pleasantville on Thursday, May 30. Photo by Betty Cooper | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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 | | | Panthers fall in double header against No. 15 Pleasantville, 5-4, 13-7 | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The Panorama softball team (0-2) lost its first two games of the season to No. 15 Pleasantville (2-1) on Thursday, May 29. Panorama led the first game by the end of the fourth inning, 2-1. A strong four-run fifth inning by Pleasantville gave them back the lead, 5-2. Panorama came close in its comeback attempt, scoring two runs in the bottom of the fifth, but ultimately falling short, 5-4. Game two was more of the same. Panorama led 7-5 by the end of the third inning but fell to a Pleasantville comeback. Loses always sting, but holding two leads over a ranked opponent is a good sign for Panorama softball going forward. Panorama attempts to get its first win of the season at Manson-NW Webster (0-2) today, Friday, May 30. Panorama won last seasons matchup, 12-11.
PICTURED: No. 3 Lexi Galvan extends to deliver the pitch against Pleasantville on Thursday, May 29. Photo by Betty Cooper | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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| | Chargers drop game to Coon Rapids-Bayard, 6-3
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The ACGC baseball team (0-1) lost its first game of the season against Coon Rapids-Bayard (1-0) at home on Wednesday, May 28. The Chargers scored all three of their runs in the third inning, giving the team a 3-2 lead. ACGC let the lead slip in the later innings. Tommy Skram, Noah Kading and Taytum Bates scored one run apiece. Blaize Dorsey pitched four innings, striking out four batters. Payton Policky and Colton Clark split the rest of the time on the mound, both striking out two batters. | |
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| | ACGC loses double header to Des Moines Christian, 12-8, 16-6
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The ACGC baseball team (0-3) lost both its games at Des Moines Christian (2-2) on Thursday, May 29. In game one, ACGC held a 5-4 lead in the top of the fifth, but a strong Des Moines Christian comeback proved too much. ACGC hosts Exira-EHK (0-2) today, Friday, May 30. Exira-EHK escape with a narrow 7-6 victory over ACGC last season. Before that, ACGC had won the last six meetings. | |
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| | Brewster has low score of 29
Special to the Times Vedette
Twenty-five men braved the weather on Tuesday May 27 at Panorama West golf course. Paul Brewster had a low score of 29 and was closest to the pin. Galen Johnson needed only 14 putts. The scramble was won by Jim Bane, Mike Moore and Paul Brewster with a score of 28. | |
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 | | | State High School Trap Meet June 6 | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The State High School Trap Meet will be held June 6 in Cedar Falls at the Cedar Falls Gun Club, 6138 West Cedar Wapsi Road. The middle school division is June 2. The Panorama team is coached by Heather Isom and Mark Sheeder.
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| | 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. | |
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| | Adair County: Congregate Meals are served at Adair Senior Center, 410 Audubon St., Adair. Days and hours are: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Suggested contribution for meals is $5.25. If younger than age 60, fee is $12. More information can be found on the Adair County Connections Facebook page. | |
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 | | | 10 years ago | | | | | | | | From the archives of The Guthrie County Vedette, May 28, 2015
SUPER HERO TEAM. Panorama Elementary's "Super Hero" team of Amanda Viggers, Laurie Behrends, Patty Meinecke, Debbie Rockwell and Joan Fredrickson flew in to deliver books and a message about "staying the course" to the school's million minutes commitment during the summer months. | | | | | | | | See more Yester Years | |
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 | | | Hilgenberg works to save monarch butterflies | | | | | | | | By Rich Wicks | Panora Times, May 2025
Carla Hilgenberg of rural Jamaica is a lifelong learner and teacher. Although she has retired from employment as a teacher, she has a continuing passion for a cause that she learned about decades ago.
Hilgenberg said the natural world is something she grew up enjoying.
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