FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2024

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.

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.

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Graphic courtesy of Panorama

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

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

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.

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 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.

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+

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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