| | Ask the neighborhood kids
Ever wonder if you are a good neighbor? Sure, you keep your lawn mowed. You don’t let your dog bark continually. And you paint your house as needed. Those things all help, but what do your neighbors truly think of you? If you really want to know, ask the neighbor kid. Think I am wrong? Let’s take a walk down memory lane.
Think back of your younger years and the time you spent outside. You were likely more conscious of the neighborhood surroundings than most adults. As such, you had a solid grasp on the temperament of the folks living near you. Which of your childhood neighbors did you really like? And which ones did you avoid? I am betting you didn’t have to think long before images of certain people came to mind.
I remember the neighbor who taught me how to fly a kite. And I remember the one who tossed my bicycle in the street because I had it in his driveway when he came home from work.
I remember the neighbor who came across the street to help me down from a tree that I was too scared to jump down from. And I remember the neighbors who never answered their door during Trick or Treating.
I remember the neighbor who taught me how to throw a perfect football spiral. And I remember the one who told my friends and me to shut up when we were playing kick the can in the early evenings.
Just a few years ago, I saw a neighbor boy while getting in my vehicle to go to work. The boy made eye contact with me briefly and then looked away. I yelled out, “Good morning, neighbor!” He looked directly at me and then cracked something that was beginning to resemble a smile. I doubt that this brief conversation changed his day, but who knows? That small gesture may have been just what he needed. And even if it wasn’t, it made me smile.
Robert Frost once said that good fences make good neighbors. He may have been right, but I prefer this quote from Bruce Lee: “If every man would help his neighbor, no man would be without help.”
How will the neighborhood kids remember you?
Have a terrific Tuesday, and thanks for reading.
Shane Goodman
Editor and Publisher
Times Vedette digital newsletter
shane@gctimesnews.com
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| | Guthrie County Supervisors set first reading on Animal Control ordinance
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the May 27 meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors, discussion was held on moving forward with creating an Animal Protection and Control ordinance for the county.
Supervisor JD Kuster asked about the wording saying that dogs should be leashed or confined. He said there are many farms and rural properties where dogs run loose but stay on the home property. Supervisor Chair Maggie Armstrong said if a dog isn’t being aggressive, there would be no problem.
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 | | | Congressman Nunn speaks at Panora’s Memorial Day services | | | | | | | | Shane Goodman | Times Vedette
Memorial Day services and the Avenue of Flags ceremony were held Monday, May 26 with Congressman Zach Nunn as the guest speaker.
The Master of Ceremonies was Lynn Zajicek. Hostesses were Deb Rockwell and Deb Moylan. Members of the Iowa National Guard, Reserves and Active Forces served as ushers.
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PICTURED: Congressman Zach Nunn served as the guest speaker at Panora's Memorial Day services and the Avenue of Flags ceremony. | | | | | | | | Read the full story | |
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 | | | Memorial Day in Guthrie Center | | | | | | | | By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
On Monday, May 26, a ceremony was held outside the Guthrie County Courthouse to honor military personnel who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. A crowd of more than 100 listened to the ACGC band and heard speakers talk about the meaning of Memorial Day. | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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 | | | What’s up at the airport? | | | | | | | | By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Those driving between Guthrie Center and Panora have likely noticed construction machinery at the Guthrie County Regional Airport. Matt Pearey, airport board chair, provided details on what’s happening.
“The current construction project is the re-paving of the airport apron,” Pearey said. “The timeline, weather permitting, is to have the project completed by the end of July.”
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 | | | Here’s what you need to know about deer on the move | | | | | | | | From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Fawning season has officially arrived, which means Iowans will see lots of deer on the move. From now until late June, DNR field staff across the state will receive many phone calls and emails regarding “abandoned deer.”
But, in reality, most of the wildlife reported to DNR field staff are not really abandoned at all. And while the people who attempt to “rescue” these babies have the best of intentions, they are doing more harm than good.
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| | BOSS Summit offers live music and yoga free to the public
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
As part of the upcoming Business Owner Summer Summit (BOSS), two events are open to the public. There is no charge to attend.
On Thursday, June 5, beginning at 6:30 p.m., live music will be offered by Jake Kemble at Twin Vines Winery just west of Panora. Beverages will be available for purchase from Twin Vines. Food trucks will be on hand (Deardorff food truck and Totally Rolled ice cream truck).
On Friday, June 7, from 7:30-8 a.m., Julie Fulton of Reshape Fitness will lead a lakeside yoga session at The Port. | |
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| | Cribbage results from May 23
Special to the Times Vedette
A total of 11 players participated on May 23. Bill Sheeder got a 17; Kathy Feilmeier brought in two 20s; Allen Pierce and Robert Klever each got a 16; and Kay Phippen got a 16 and a 22.
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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| | Nickolas L. Nolan | | | | | | | | 1940-2025
Nickolas Lacey Nolan, 84, son of James and Dorothy (Clark) Nolan, was born July 5, 1940, at home in Guthrie County. He passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, Des Moines.
Nickolas graduated from Panora High School in 1959. Following high school, he worked at Oscar Mayer in Perry and for Wiese Industries. In 1977, he married Teresa Crowl in Panora.
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| | More than 90 calls this week including Guthrie County Deputy responding to a report of a theft in Guthrie Center; Guthrie County Deputy taking a scam call from Bayard; and Guthrie County Deputy responding to a report of a stolen trailer found in Polk County.
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2:29 a.m. Panora Ambulance transported a patient from Guthrie County Hospital to Mercy
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8:29 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bayard
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8:31 a.m. Stuart Ambulance responded to a medical call in Stuart
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9:07 a.m. Panora Police responded to a complaint
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10:31 a.m. Stuart Police responded to a report of a scam
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10:35 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a report of a theft in Guthrie Center
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 | | | Panther girls break 2 school records at state track and field championships | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The Panorama girls track and field team competed at the IHSAA state track and field championships May 22-24. Kylie Rochholz set two school records at the meet. She placed sixth in 3,000-meter run in 10:29.47 and placed ninth in the 1,500-meter run in 4:52.62. The distance medley relay team of Faith Recker, Gracie Recker, Maddy Lutz and Rochholz placed fifth in a season best 4:13.21.
PICTURED: Panorama Assistant Coach Rachel Osbahr, Kylie Rochholz, Faith Recker, Maddy Lutz, Gracie Recker and Head Coach Greg Thompson. Photo courtesy of Panorama track and field | |
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 | | | Shaffer places 13th in 400-meter hurdles at state track and field championships | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
Syler Shaffer competed in the 400-meter hurdles for the Panorama boys track and field team at the IHSAA state track and field championships. Shaffer placed 13th in 56.60 for the Panthers.
PICTURED: Syler Shaffer placed 13th in the 400-meter hurdles in 56.60 at the state track and field championships. Photo by Mark Reno | |
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| | Panther golfers compete at state today
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The Panorama boys golf team competes in the 2A IHSAA state golf championships at Gates Park Golf Course in Waterloo, Tuesday and Wednesday, May 27-28. Panorama will compete against 21 other teams. More information, leaderboard and tee times can be found HERE. | |
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 | | | Panorama defeats Ankeny Christian, 7-5 | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The Panorama boys baseball team (1-1) picked up its first win of the season at home against Ankeny Christian (1-1) on Friday, May 23. Panorama was down, 5-1, by the end of the fourth inning. The Panthers exploded for four runs in the bottom of the fifth and added two more in the sixth to fuel the victory. The Panthers were walked eight times in this game. The lone RBI went to Brayden Galvan. Mason Meinecke was awarded the win on the mound after his three innings of play. Bryce Dawes pitched four innings, producing three strike outs. Panorama’s next game is at ACGC (0-0), today, Tuesday, May 27.
PICTURED: Panorama's No. 6 Brayden Galvan loses his hat but keeps his eye on the ball. Photo by Betty Cooper | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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| | Panorama softball’s season debut against ACGC today
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The Panorama girls softball team hits the field for the first time this season at ACGC, today, Tuesday, May 27. ACGC has won the last three contests between these rivals. The Chargers won both games last season, 5-0 and 18-4. Panorama’s last win against the Chargers came in 2023, winning 11-8. | |
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 | | | ACGC boys are state runners-up; shuttle hurdle champions | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The ACGC boys track and field team finished second as a team at the IHSAA 1A track and field state championships May 22-24. ACGC scored 44 points to capture second place. Lisbon was named champion with 54. The Chargers performed incredibly well in the relays, as they have done all season. Morgun Nolte, Tate Fever, Thomas Skram and Brexton Schneider won the championship in the 4x110-meter shuttle hurdle, breaking a school record. The 4x400-meter relay team of Luke Brincks, Dean Vela, Tate Fever and Eli Madsen won bronze.
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PICTURED: Brexton Schneider featured on Bound Iowa. Graphic courtesy of Bound Iowa | | | | | | | | Read the full story | |
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 | | | Campbell and sprint medley team medal at state championships | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The ACGC girls track and field team scored 11 points at the IHSAA state track and field championships May 22-24. Cadence Petersen placed 17th in the 400-meter hurdles in 1:08.04. Ava Campbell secured two medals in her individual events. She placed sixth in the 800-meter run in 2:17.34 and fifth in the 1,500-meter run in 4:46.55. The distance medley relay team of Nora Langgaard, Meranda Gruber, Cadence Petersen and Ava Campbell placed fifth in 4:16.03.
PICTURED: ACGC's Ava Campbell placed fifth in the 1,500-meter run and sixth in the 3,000-meter run at the IAHSAA boys and girls state track and field championships. Photo by Mark Reno | |
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| | ACGC baseball starts season against Panorama today
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The ACGC baseball team (0-0) gets its first action on the diamond at home against Panorama (1-1), today, Tuesday, May 27. ACGC and Panorama split the season series last year. ACGC won 6-3 in their second meeting; Panorama won the first, 9-8. Another close game could be on the books this year. | |
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| | Chargers face Panorama in season opener
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The ACGC softball team starts its season at home against Panorama on Tuesday, May 27. This will be the first game of the season for both squads. The Chargers have won the last three games against their WCAC rivals. Last season, they won both games between the two, 5-0 and 18-4. | |
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| | Little League results
Special to the Times Vedette
Following are the results from the South Dallas Little League (SDLL) that Panorama Little League baseball and softball compete in, along with the team standings, according to posted reports on May 27. | |
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 | | | More than just books | | | | | | | | By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette
“Rainy days and Mondays always get me down,” sang Karen Carpenter in 1974. Great song, but the Carpenters got it wrong. Rainy days and Mondays always make me want to read. That’s the way the lyrics should go.
Last week, one of our patrons who is a voracious reader stopped in early on one of those drizzly, overcast days. As I checked out the last of her half dozen books, I said, “I hope you’re going to have some time to read today.”
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PICTURED: Johnny and David enjoy constructing at the LEGO table. | | | | | | | | Read the full story | |
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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 21, 2015
GRADUATION DAY! Panorama’s Micah Haworth and Jessi Campbell celebrate while leaving the graduation ceremony Sunday. | | | | | | | | See more Yester Years | |
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 | | | Insight Wealth Group opens in Panora | | | | | | | | By Rich Wicks | Panora Times, May 2025
The building at 134 W. Main St. in Panora has seen a lot of changes over the decades. Now, the building is home to Insight Wealth Group. A grand opening is set for Tuesday, June 3 from 4-7 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy refreshments, meet the Insight staff, and ask any questions. Attendees will also be able to see the renovations that have been made to the historic building.
Founded in 2012 in West Des Moines by partners Karlton Kleis, Andrew Kleis and Andrew Dorr, Insight Wealth Group & CPA is built on shared values rooted in small-town Iowa.
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