| Voting, hiring, veterans and text messaging
My thanks go out to the 445 of you who have cast votes in our inaugural Best of Guthrie County poll. For those of you who have not, you have until 5 p.m. on Monday, July 15 to make your voice be heard on the best people, places, events and more in the area. Vote now by clicking here.
If you have the task of hiring people, or you are a person who is looking for a job, be sure to check out our free job board here. Free to view help wanted ads. Free to place help wanted ads. This is a free service we provide to help employees and employers make the area an even better place to work. We currently have 15 ads on the site, and we want to have dozens more so this can truly be an employment resource. Check out the site and be sure to place your free help wanted ads.
We have now received more than 150 photos of local veterans for our upcoming Veterans Salute that will publish in our October issues of Lake Panorama Times, Panora Times and Guthrie Center Times. The photos can be viewed here, and I encourage you to check them out, as you will know many of the names and faces. If you have a family member or friend who was or is in the military, or if you are a veteran yourself, please submit your photo so we can recognize even more of those who served our country.
As we inch closer to 1,000 subscribers to this noontime newsletter, I want to thank all of you who subscribe and read. I ask that you help us out by sharing this email with family members or friends who you think may have interest in Guthrie County news. They can sign up for their own free copy of the digital Times Vedette here, which also provides options to receive digital editions of our Lake Panorama Times, Panora Times and Guthrie Center Times magazines.
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Have a fantastic Friday, and thanks for reading.
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| Guthrie County Supervisors share proposed EMS coverage map at July 10 special meeting
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During a special meeting of the Guthrie County board of supervisors at 7 p.m. on July 10, the only agenda item was discussion of the proposed countywide EMS plan. Representatives were on hand from various townships, EMS services and city government.
Board Chair J.D. Kuster explained a map that was posted showing the areas of coverage.
“If you look at the board up there,… down on the right hand side would be orange, and Stuart is covering that area. The yellow, we’re looking at the Adair Ambulance covering that. And the blue would be Panora proposing to cover that,” Kuster said.
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| Bagley to fill city clerk and council vacancies
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
The City of Bagley is looking to fill two vacancies created by recent resignations, according to Mayor Glen Foresman.
“Unfortunately, the city clerk we recently hired resigned, stating the position was not a good fit,” Foresman said. “City Councilmember Lexee Bonus also resigned.”
Both position vacancies have been published in an effort to encourage applicants, and Foresman stated that the City has received interest in each position. Foresman noted that the council seat requires residency in Bagley, but the city clerk position does not. | |
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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/ACGCreunion-111.jpg?) | | Fun abounds at all-school reunion | | | | | | By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
By all accounts, the Guthrie Center all-school reunion on July 5-6 was a rousing success. The weather cooperated, other than a brief downpour on Friday evening, but that didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of those who came home for fun and fellowship.
The 5K road race was a success, with many runners and walkers participating. Brody Grove took first place in the 5K race, edging out his brother, Gavyn. Both are sons of GCHS alum Daryl Grove (1997). Continuing the battle of siblings, top female finishers were Jayla and Jorja Hoover, daughters of Amy (Snyder) and Jerry Hoover from the Class of 1993. Jorja graduated in 2021, and Jayla is in the ACGC Class of 2025. Jayla finished third and Jorja in fourth.
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Photos courtesy of Alison Cate. | | | | | | Read the full story | |
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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/450132264_3167898896678075_805069763932681571_n.jpg?) | | Alumni Swim Meet held July 6 at Guthrie Center Aquatic Complex | | | | | | Special to the Times Vedette
A total of 26 swimmers, ranging from class of 1972 to 2024, participated in the first Alumni Swim meet on July 6 at the Guthrie Center Aquatic Complex.
The idea came about eight years ago, and Dana Stein reached out to a few alumni to see if there was interest.
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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/IMG_9009.jpg?) | | Guthrie County Hospital Foundation holds golf outing July 12 | | | | | | By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette
The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation hosted its 24th Annual Golf Tournament on Tuesday, July 9 at the Lake Panorama National Golf Course. A total of 40 foursomes participated in the event, which raised $27,000 for the hospital’s courtesy van service.
The GCH Foundation is incorporated as a 501(c)(3) and raises funds throughout the year to support the needs of Guthrie County Hospital and health programs. | | | | | | See more photos | |
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| Casey Fun Days July 12-13
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
The Casey Fun Days celebration is this weekend. Stacey Wedemeyer, president of the Casey Service Club, explained that the celebration is a longstanding tradition in Casey and that some new additions have been added to the schedule.
“It’s been going on for many years, as long as I can remember,” Wedemeyer said. “The new stuff that we have going on are food trucks. Friday night, we have Los Altos food truck from Stuart, and we have wine slushies, and we have boys and girls club doing dinner downtown. That’s all happening on Friday night. On Saturday, we have wine slushies again, and we have Chick Fil-A and Kate’s Kookies.”
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| Adair County Fair this weekend
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Despite the tornado earlier this year, the city of Greenfield is rolling out the welcome mat, inviting everyone to enjoy the Adair County Fair, which runs through Sunday, July 14. Some of the highlighted events include:
- Figure 8 Races, Friday, July 12 at 7:30 p.m.
- Kids Pedal Pull, Saturday, July 13 at 11:30 a.m.
- Demolition Derby, Saturday, July 13 at 8 p.m.
- Arm Wrestling, Sunday, July 14 at noon
- Antique Tractor and Car Show, Sunday, July 14, noon - 3 p.m.
- Rodeo, Sunday, July 14, 7 p.m.
The Adair County Fairgrounds is located at 900 N.E. Elm St. in Greenfield. | |
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| Grassley staff Listening Post July 23 in Guthrie Center
Special to the Times Vedette
Noah Schrad, Regional Director of the Office of U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley, will be in Guthrie Center on July 23 from 1-2 p.m. for a Listening Post held in the Community Meeting Room at the Mary Barnett Memorial Library, 400 Grand St., Guthrie Center.
The purpose of the Listening Posts is to invite the community to meet directly with the Senator’s staff and address constituent questions and concerns. Another function is to help anyone who has a particular issue or problem with a federal agency. Both of these aspects are important to protecting and advancing Iowans’ role in representative government. The Senator will not be attendance, but his staff will be. Everyone is welcome to attend. | |
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| Learn to Hunt program opens registration for beginner fur harvesting workshops
From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a program to teach skills needed to trap furbearers to people with little to no trapping experience.
The workshop will feature knowledge and skill building sessions with instructors that will teach the basics of trapping in Iowa.
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| Cribbage results from July 10
Special to the Times Vedette
On July 10, a total of 13 players participated. Wayne Nickel got a 16, 17, 16 and 16. Gary Evans got a 16 and a 17. Dan Webb got a 16 and a 20. Lela Schwartz, Robert Klever and Jane Barcus each got a 16. Sandy Rumelhart lucked out with a 20.
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. | |
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| Sunshine Club meets July 9
Special to the Times Vedette
On Tuesday, July 9, 10 Sunshine Club members met at the Raccoon Ridge Music Hall for their meeting at 1 p.m. Gina Lloyd, vice president, presided in the absence of Trudy. The roll call was: “What trip are you planning this year or what trip have you been on?” Many different answers were given. The minutes of the previous meeting were read, and the treasurer’s report was given. Our Mystery Trip will be Aug. 16, and we are to meet at the Panora grocery store parking lot near the sign just inside the drive. We need to let Trudy know if you will be going and if you are able to drive to be sure to have enough room for everyone. We will be leaving at 8 a.m. and return late afternoon/evening. Meeting adjourned.
We then had three teachers come and teach some of us line dancing. It was a lot of fun, even though some of us had two left feet, Snacks and lemonade were served. It was an enjoyable afternoon. | |
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| Norwalk man backs into motorcycle in Guthrie Center
Special to the Times Vedette
Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Kent Gries reported a two-vehicle collision occurring on July 6 at 1:56 p.m. on the 400 block of Prairie Street in Guthrie Center.
Richard Eldon LeFleur, 68, of Norwalk, was driving a 2022 RAM 2500 Laramie pickup and stopped to back into a parking spot, failing to see a 2016 Harley FLTRXS motorcycle driven by Jason Michael Hemann, 30, of Guthrie Center behind him on the roadway and colliding with it.
Estimated damage to the RAM truck is $250. Estimated damage to the Harley Davidson motorcycle is $3,000. | |
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| Council Bluffs woman collides with deer on Highway 25
Special to the Times Vedette
Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Kent Gries reported a vehicle-deer accident occurring on July 6 at 1:19 p.m. on Highway 25.
Laura Marie Rief, 52, of Council Bluffs, was driving a 2016 Ford Focus SE northbound on Highway 25 in the 2900 block and struck a deer in the roadway.
Estimated damage to the Ford Focus is $4,000. | |
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| Geopfert hired as director of track and field/cross country at Kansas State | | | | | | Courtesy of Kansas State University
Travis Geopfert, a four-time National Assistant Coach of the Year during two stints at Arkansas, was announced as K-State's seventh full-time director of track and field/cross country by Director of Athletics Gene Taylor on July 11.
Geopfert agreed to a five-year contract, which was approved by the K-State Athletics, Inc., Board of Directors and President Richard Linton.
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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/thompson.jpg?) | | Thompson named 1A At-Large Coach of the Year | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
Panorama girls track and field head coach, Greg Thompson, was named 1A At-Large Coach of the Year by the Iowa Association of Track Coaches. Thompson and the Panthers experienced a great deal of success throughout the 2023-2024 season, with six Panorama athletes qualifying for the State Championship meet and Jaidyn Sellers placing in several events at the Drake Relays.
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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/4ZmVQgpA_2.jpeg?) | | Panthers lose in rain-suspended regional matchup against East Marshall, 12-1 | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
Adverse weather suspended Panorama softball’s (8-22) 2A Region 4 playoff game against East Marshall (30-4), which started on Wednesday, July 10 and finished on Thursday, July 11 at East Marshall. When the game was suspended, East Marshall led 4-1. When the game resumed, the Mustangs returned with force, rattling eight runs in the top of the fourth. Panorama would not be able to answer back.
PICTURED: #7 Andrea Knode at bat in a game earlier this season. Photo by Betty Cooper | |
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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/2024-07-08---VSOFT---District-Round-1---WCV---ACGC-46.jpg?) | | ACGC falters against Van Meter in regionals, 11-0 | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
ACGC softball (13-13) drew a tough matchup, having to face Van Meter (38-1) on Wednesday, July 10. Van Meter made a state title game appearance last season, and all signs point to a similar result this year.
PICTURED: #5 Jayla Hoover pitches in a game earlier this season. Photo by Mark Reno | |
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| Panorama Women’s Golf League results from July 9
Special to the Times Vedette
A total of 47 women played in the Panorama Women’s Golf League on July 9.
In the A group, Ai Dunlap was the low scratch winner with a 34. The second low scratch winners were Carla Fitzgerald and Susan Thompson with a 35. Peg Carr and Ai Dunlap were the HDCP winners with a 24. The special event was longest drive on hole No. 9, and Peg Carr was the winner. Ai Dunlap had the fewest putts with 14.
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| Crawmer has low score July 9 in Panorama West Tuesday Men’s Golf League
Special to the Times Vedette
On July 9, the Panorama West Tuesday men’s golf league had 33 players. Lyle Hansen was closest to the pin. Tim Rickert needed only 13 putts. The longest putt was made by Jerry Armstrong. Trent Crawmer had a 28 for low score. The scramble was won by the team of Paul Brewster, Mitch Johnk, Bill Eby and Rich Schumacher with a score of 2 under par 25. | |
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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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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/50-Years-Ago-July-1-1974-Guthrian.jpg?) | | 50 years ago | | | | | | From the archives of The Guthrian, July 1, 1974
HIGH AND INSIDE. It may appear Guthrie Center’s Tony Monthei is crab-walking into the batter’s box, but actually he’s ducking a high, inside pitch for ball four during Guthrie’s 13-run third inning against Coon Rapids Thursday. | | | | | | See more Yester Years | |
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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/BRATS-A-New-Feature-Length-Documentary-Directed-by-Andrew-McCarthy-Coming.jpeg?) | | 'Brats' | | | | | | By Michael C. Woody | Times Vedette
I came of age during the movies credited to the “Brat Pack.” This group of young male and female actors starred in what seemed like an endless string of comedies, dramas and “dramadies” like “Pretty in Pink,” “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and “The Breakfast Club.” When a New York journalist writes a negative article and tags them as “the Brat Pack,” their careers changed and a stigma still haunts them. This movie is a must-see for those of us who grew up with these films. Grade: B+ | |
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![](https://api.emailinc.net/00011422/00082372/64/images_newsletter/PanoramaDaysParade.jpg?) | | Panorama Days Aug. 2-4 | | | | | | Theme for 2024 is “Treasure Island — Pirates on Parade.”
By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times, July 2024
The annual three-day Panorama Days celebration that covers Panora and Lake Panorama begins Friday, Aug. 2 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,” says Erica Matthies, Panora Chamber coordinator. Matthies created a logo to match the theme, which is being used on all Panorama Days materials.
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| Did you hear about the two rowboats that got into an argument?
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