| | How did communication get so complicated?
Communication. It’s a simple word with a simple meaning. So how did it get so complicated?
For the most part, our society existed for a long time with two very basic forms of communication: verbal and written.
If people wanted other people to know something, they told them. Or if they weren’t able to communicate something verbally, they wrote it down where others could see it or mail it. Done.
The invention of the telephone seemingly improved this, allowing for faster communication. The fax machine then provided an electronic transfer of the written word. Even more time was saved. Email simplified the process more, especially with business communication.
Then along came cell phones. And although those who used them excessively were annoying at first, we got used to being accessible all the time. But did communication improve? Hmmm.
We started texting. It was a bit clunky at first, but we could avoid those potentially lengthy phone calls and communicate quickly with a group of people. Surely, this helped us communicate better, right?
Not well enough, apparently. We evidently needed a way to broadcast our breakfast selections and cat photos to the masses, so social media came along.
But these forms of verbal and written communication were not enough. We needed video to better communicate. Skype, FaceTime and Zoom calls surely made our communication streams better, right?
Through all these “improvements,” we seem to have more trouble communicating effectively today than we ever have. Some say it’s because we have too much going on in our lives now and can’t juggle it all. Others say our attention spans have diminished. And many of us claim that we just can’t cut through the “noise.”
Well, the solution may be right in front of us. Maybe it’s time to get back to some good, old-fashioned, face-to-face communication. It doesn’t get any simpler than that.
Thanks for reading.
Shane Goodman
Editor and Publisher
Times Vedette digital newsletter
shane@dmcityview.com
641-755-2115
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 | | | Panorama Days starts today! | | | | | | | | By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times
The annual three-day Panorama Days celebration that covers Panora and Lake Panorama begins today and runs through Sunday, Aug. 4. The theme for 2024 is “Treasure Island — Pirates on Parade.”
“A Facebook poll was published, and the public shared their ideas for a theme. The Panorama Days committee came together, took all the nominations into account, and this was the overall winner,” Erica Matthies, Panora Chamber coordinator says. Matthies created a logo to match the theme, which is being used on all Panorama Days materials.
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 | | | Catfish are biting across Iowa | | | | | | | | From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Fishing for catfish is a fun summer tradition for many Iowa families. Invite someone new to fishing to come along to share the fun and memories.
“Catfish will bite most of the time, no matter what the water temperature,” Daniel Vogeler, Iowa DNR fisheries technician, explains. “They are biting in most lakes, ponds, rivers and streams across Iowa.”
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 | | | Iowa pheasant population survey begins Aug. 1 | | | | | | | | From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Pheasant hunters across the northern half of Iowa had an excellent season last year, and many are looking forward to what 2024 has in store. The fall forecast will be based on the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) annual roadside pheasant counts, that begins Aug. 1.
The statewide survey is conducted by Iowa DNR staff between Aug. 1-15, who drive 225, 30-mile routes on gravel roads at dawn on mornings with heavy dew. Hen pheasants will move their broods to the edge of the gravel road to dry off before they begin feeding, which makes them easier to count.
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| | Sheriff’s Office reports July revenues of $32,270 for processing of out-of-county inmates
Special to the Times Vedette
The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office reported incoming revenue of $32,270 from the processing of out-of-county inmates at the jail during July. A total of 77 inmates were processed through the facility during the month including 39 from out of the county. This includes $1,000 in jail fees for a male serving time for Palo Alto County. Stated revenues are billed amounts not collected amounts.
- Department of Corrections had one inmate for five days with charges of $250.
- Greene County had five inmates for 51 days with charges of $3,060
- Polk County had 29 inmates for 424 days with $25,440
- Webster County had four inmates for 42 days with $2,520
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| | Cribbage results from July 31
Special to the Times Vedette
On July 31, a total of 13 players participated. Dennis Betts got two 16s, but Jane Barkus rolled in three 16s. Rhonda Titus had a 16, Richard Elis captured two 24s, Chet Vaughnan had a 24, and Clint Malbon came up with a 24, too.
The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library on Mondays at 8 a.m., at the New Homestead independent 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 Robert Klever at 58chevy@netins.net. | |
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| | Mamie Barr Hafner
1924-2024
Mamie Barr Hafner, 99 years and 11 months, was the youngest child of Samuel and Zada (McMerty) Barr. She was born Sept. 2, 1924, in rural Clark County. She passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at the Community Care Center in Stuart.
Mamie went to country school in rural Clark County and attended high school in Osceola. On Aug. 6, 1942, Mamie married Dwight Hafner at the Jamboree Celebration in Murray. To this union, four children were born. Dwight and Mamie were in North Carolina while Dwight was in the Army. They moved back to Iowa and farmed with family in rural Guthrie County. In 1948, they bought a farm southeast of Panora where they farmed, milked cows and sold Grade A milk until 1979 when they built their house in Stuart.
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| | Ram truck collides with bull in roadway
Special to the Times Vedette
Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Todd Thorn reported a vehicle collision with an animal occurring on July 30 at 4:45 p.m. on Quail Road/K Avenue just north of the intersection with 100th.
Ethan Steven Carstens, 16, of Bagley was driving a 2015 Ram truck 2500 northbound and collided with a black bull in the roadway owned by Christopher Robert Laws. Estimated damage to the Ram truck is $8,500. Value of the bull is estimated at $2,000. The bull ended up in the west ditch. | |
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| | Simpson College Dean's List Spring 2024
Special to the Times Vedette
Simpson College announced that 204 students made the Dean's List for the Spring 2024 semester. Students named to the Dean's List achieved a GPA between 3.70 and 3.99. Local students are listed below.
- Laura Anthofer of Coon Rapids
- Mitchell Dickson of Stuart
- Wendy Soto of Guthrie Center
- Jessica Stringer of Casey
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| | Campbell named to Spring 2024 President's List at Simpson College
Special to the Times Vedette
Kendra Campbell of Guthrie Center, IA has been named to the Spring 2024 President's List at Simpson College. Campbell qualified for the academic honor by earning a 4.00 grade point average during the semester. | |
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| | Sellers named to 2A First Team All-State
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
Panorama senior Jaidyn Sellers was named to the 2A All-State First Team for softball. The future Iowa Hawkeye had a productive 2024. She batted .476, recorded more home runs (10) than singles (8), had 15 RBIs and was walked 28 times. Sellers also led the team in stolen bases with 28 and was never caught. Her 10 home runs were fifth most in 2A. The outfielder/shortstop finished second in 2A in on-base percentage with .690.
PICTURED: Jaidyn Sellers will join an Iowa Hawkeye softball program in the 2025 season. Photo by Betty Cooper | |
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| | Hagan has low score July 30 in Panorama West Tuesday Men’s Golf League
Special to the Times Vedette
On July 30, the Panorama West Tuesday men’s golf league had 32 players. Dan Hagan had a low score of 2 over par 29. Jay Merryman made the longest putt. Ryan Smith needed only 13 putts. The scramble was won by the team of Paul Brewster, Mitch Johnk, Jerry Landry and Rich Schumacher. | |
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| | 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. | |
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 | | | 40 years ago | | | | | | | | From the archives of The Guthrie County Vedette, Aug. 2, 1984
BUILDING BOOM CONTINUES. Ground was broken for the Clover Ridge Conference Center, located in the middle of the front nine at the Lake Panorama National Golf Course. The conference center will be nearly 16,000 square feet and will be 2½ stories with an outdoor swimming pool. In the background is the Clover Ridge townhouse development. The conference center is located southwest of number one green. | | | | | | | | See more Yester Years | |
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 | | | Camping in Guthrie County | | | | | | | | Getting outdoors helps campers focus on what matters.
By Rich Wicks | Guthrie Center Times, July 2024
Compared to Native Americans and settlers who first lived in the area that became Guthrie County, we now have a long list of conveniences to enhance our comfort and security. Heaters, air conditioners, electricity, running water, laundry facilities, nearby stores, microwave ovens, TV, internet and cell phones all serve an important purpose. So, why do so many of us feel the urge to go camping and leave some (or all) of those amenities behind?
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| | SERVICES: Do you need any sewing, alterations or mending done? I have lots of experience. Call Bernice 641-740-1146.
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| | How are relationships a lot like algebra?
Sometimes you look at your X and wonder Y! | |
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| | What do you do when a severe thunderstorm rolls in?
- Go to the basement
- Look out the window
- Seek out a weather report
- Business as usual
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