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It’s pizza season. I know what you are thinking. What season is not pizza season? I tend to agree.
I like pizza. Thin. Thick. It doesn’t matter. I prefer it mostly with meat and cheese, but you can throw in some veggies if you really want to. I can’t eat pizza like I used to, but that goes for a lot of foods these days. Meanwhile, I find it quite challenging to resist a slice of hot, gooey pizza.
My dad didn’t like pizza. Seriously. I mean, who doesn’t like pizza? I think this stems from those awful, cheap, cardboard-like frozen pizzas that Mom used to buy. Dad was more of a meat and potatoes guy, but he would take me out for pizza from time to time, as he knew it was this teenager’s meal of choice.
I remember when the Personal Pan pizzas were introduced at Pizza Hut in 1986. We had about a half-mile walk from our high school to get there for lunch, and it was a frequent trip. Promised to be on the table in 5 minutes, we would scarf those mini-pizzas down and run back to class — after a quick game of Pac Man, of course.
It’s not that we didn’t have hot lunch pizza at school. We did. Kind of. It was wet and sloppy and on a barely cooked crust cut in rectangles, but it was still one of the most requested lunches. Why rectangles, you ask? Well, there weren’t triangles on the hot lunch trays. Duh.
College days brought about Domino’s pizza — and an incredible challenge. The trick was to see if you could eat an entire small pizza by yourself. I would look at that pizza and wonder how small I could make it if I mounded it into a ball. Then I envisioned that ball of pizza in my stomach. Regardless, challenge accepted… and achieved.
While living in an apartment fresh out of college with a bunch of friends, we were mesmerized by the introduction of stuffed crust pizza. This was probably made for those who wouldn’t eat the crust, but the rest of us pizza gobblers enjoyed it, too, especially on Sundays watching football.
Much of my wife’s family is from Texas. On one of their visits here a few years back, we decided to go to the drive-in theater in Newton. Jolene thought we should pick up a pizza, so she pulled into a Casey’s convenience store along the way. The Texas crowd wanted to know why we stopped, jokingly asking if she was getting pizza at a gas station. Yes, actually, and they agreed it was quite good.
Dessert pizza was ingenious. Why not? Sugar and dough are meant to go together. Even so, breakfast pizza was an even better invention. Meat, eggs and cheese on dough? Now you’re talking.
My favorite pizza, though, has to be Hawaiian. Canadian bacon and pineapple make for a combination so good it will make your taste buds bugle reveille. No one else in my family likes Hawaiian pizza, which means more for me.
How about you? What’s your most favorite and least favorite pizza? Shoot me a note and let me know.
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 question payroll change notices in County Attorney department
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the Jan. 7 meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors, the supervisors asked for more information regarding requested Payroll Change Notices for Charles Abel and Casey Jones, both with the County Attorney’s department. County Attorney Dana Minteer explained the requests are related to additional workload caused by the departure of a staff member.
Supervisor Steve Smith said he’s unsure if the supervisors can/should weigh-in on such matters, when the department’s budget stays within approved parameters. Supervisor Maggie Armstrong said she’s requested an opinion on this from Mike Galloway (with the law firm of Ahlers & Cooney). The supervisors voted to table the two Payroll Change Notices until the Thursday, Jan. 9 meeting.
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 | | | More than 260 attend REC annual meeting on Saturday | | | | | | | | By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette
A snap of cold weather didn’t impact turnout at the Guthrie County REC annual meeting on Saturday, Jan. 4 at the Guthrie County Fairgrounds Event Center. More than 260 people braved the cold temperature to receive updates from REC, enjoy a free meal and win prizes.
Property owners residing in Districts 1, 2 or 3 also had directors up for reelection. Julie Kiley, Jim Mazour and Ron Bristle were all reelected.
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PICTURED: Michele Crabbs won the Ninja Fit Blender. | | | | | | | | Read the full story | |
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| | Help for Vonnahme family
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Bradley Vonnahme, 41, of Coon Rapids, died as the result of a head-on crash while driving in Worth County on Dec. 28. The accident occurred when another vehicle left its lane and crashed into Vonnahme’s vehicle.
Vonnahme is survived by his wife, Joy, and sons Caiden (19) and Brooks (6).
Those wishing to help with funeral expenses can make a donation at Frohlich’s SuperValu in Coon Rapids or donate to the GoFundMe account at https://shorturl.at/hu0Wa. | |
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| | Guthrie Center Park Holiday Lights included 80 displays
Special to the Times Vedette
A total of 80 displays were set up as part of the 31st annual Guthrie Center Park Holiday Lights at Mitchell Park during the holiday season.
“Thank you for spending your time and resources to make our park sparkle once again,” Mary Jo Laughery said on behalf of the committee that put on the event. “The public drove through the lighted milk jugs to enjoy the 80 displays that were assembled from businesses, individuals, churches, school students, clubs and family memorials. Also thanks to those who donated financially to help make this an awesome memory maker.”
Laughery noted that three new displays were put up this year, and they welcome new displays each Christmas season. | |
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| | Legislative coffee dates announced
Special to the Times Vedette
Dates for legislative coffees with Sen. Jesse Green and Rep. Carter Nordman have been announced. The Guthrie County Republicans coordinate this, but it is an open event to all who are interested. Coffee and rolls are provided by the host site (Panora Fiber and Guthrie County Farm Bureau). The events take place from 8-9 a.m. on the first Saturday of each February, March and April. Locations are as follows:
- Feb. 1: Panora Fiber, 114 E. Main St., Panora
- March 1: Guthrie County Farm Bureau, 203 N. Fourth St., Guthrie Center
- April 5: Guthrie County Farm Bureau, 203 N. Fourth St., Guthrie Center
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| | Moon to speak at Midwest Partnership Annual Meeting on Jan. 30
Special to the Times Vedette
Midwest Partnership will be hosting its 2025 Annual Dinner on Jan. 30 at the Casey Community Building at 104 W. Sherman St. in Casey. Social reception begins at 6 p.m. with dinner by Café on the Hill at 6:30 p.m. and the program at 7 p.m. A cash bar will be provided.
The theme is “Sharing the Vision,” and Ryan Moon from Greater Des Moines Partnership will be speaking on the vision for our region. Ryan serves as the Director of Government Relations and Public Policy for the Greater Des Moines Partnership.
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| | Iowa Farm Bureau Federation announces Rural Veterinarian Loan Repayment Incentive Program announced
Special to the Times Vedette
To help address a critical shortage of rural veterinarians identified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) has established a Rural Veterinarian Loan Repayment Incentive Program to attract and retain veterinarians in rural Iowa.
The Iowa Farm Bureau Rural Veterinarian Loan Repayment Incentive Program will award four individuals who practice, or will practice, veterinary medicine in Iowa up to $25,000 in loan repayment incentives. IFBF will begin accepting applications in March 2025.
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| | Cribbage results from Jan. 3
Special to the Times Vedette
On Friday, Jan. 3, a total of nine players participated. Kathy Feilmier got a 16, Rhonda Titus got two 16s, and Jim Carico had a 17.
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. | |
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| | Deer collides with Jeep on Wagon Road
Special to the Times Vedette
Guthrie County Chief Deputy Todd Thorn reported a car vs. deer accident occurring on Jan. 1 at 5:50 p.m. on Wagon Road. Ashlyn Rose Bush, 24, of Stuart was driving a 2015 Jeep Renegade Sport northbound on Wagon Road north of 230th and a deer ran into the driver’s side of the vehicle, causing an estimated $2,500 in damage. | |
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| | More than 70 calls this week including Guthrie County Deputy responding to a report of harassment in Bayard; Guthrie County Deputy responding to a report of vandalism in rural Guthrie Center; and Guthrie County Deputy assisting Dallas County in attempting to locate a vehicle in the Panora area.
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11:22 a.m. Panora Police assisted the city with a water disconnect
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2:10 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a report of harassment in Bayard
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2:22 p.m. Stuart Ambulance responded to a medical call in Menlo
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3:19 p.m. Stuart Police responded to a complaint
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4:18 p.m. Stuart Police responded to an animal complaint
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5:21 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy performed a welfare check in Menlo
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| | Pizza Charcuterie Board
- Jan. 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Guthrie County Extension Office, 212 State St., Guthrie Center
- Cost: $30, all supplies included
- Call office to register 641-747-2276
- Registration is required.
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 | | | Panorama girls fall to Pleasantville, 56-47 | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
Panorama girls basketball (6-3) lost its home game against Pleasantville (6-2) on Friday, Jan. 3. The Panthers only trailed by five points heading into halftime, but a 26-point third quarter from the Trojans proved to be insurmountable for Panorama. Morgan Crees continued to be a force on offense with a 23-point performance and six assists. Arilyan Steenblock had a solid performance, adding seven points and seven rebounds. Panorama’s next game will be at home against Ogden (1-8) on Friday, Jan. 10. Panorama has won at least the last 27 matchups and could use a win after its two-game slide.
PICTURED: No. 12 Morgan Crees, No. 13 Faith Recker and No. 24 Nerea Gimeno Perez check in against Pleasantville on Jan. 3. Photo by Betty Cooper | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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 | | | Panther boys struggle against Pleasantville, lose 78-51 | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
Panorama boys basketball (1-8) dropped its home game against Pleasantville (3-3) on Friday, Jan. 3. Panorama hasn’t won since its first game of the season against Woodward-Granger in early December. The team will have the chance to get back into the win column against an equally struggling Ogden team on Friday, Jan. 10.
PICTURED: Panorama’s No. 2 AJ Draper soars for the reverse layup against Pleasantville on Jan. 3. Photo by Betty Cooper | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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| | Panther girls wrestling returns to the mat for Panorama Tournament
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
Panorama girls wrestling will host Harlan Community, Interstate 35, Creston, SWAT Valkyrie, Mount Ayr, Perry, ACGC and Atlantic tonight, Jan. 7, for the Panorama girls wrestling tournament. | |
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 | | | Undefeated teams clash; ACGC hosts Des Moines Christian tonight | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
ACGC boys basketball (5-0) will host WCAC foe and fellow undefeated team Des Moines Christian (7-0) in its first game back from winter break tonight, Jan. 7. Des Moines Christian’s dynamic duo of Seaton Ingram (18.3 ppg) and Max Town (17.4 ppg) hope to spoil ACGC’s early-season win streak. However, few teams spread the wealth and have had a better start to the season than the Chargers. ACGC has four players averaging double-digit points per game in Jathan South (20.4 ppg), Noah Kading (15.4 ppg), Payton Policky (15.2 ppg) and Joe Crawford (13.4 ppg).
PICTURED: ACGC's No. 4 Joe Crawford crosses over the Panorama defender during ACGC's 82-40 win on Dec. 20. Photo by Mark Reno | |
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 | | | No. 15 ACGC hosts Des Moines Christian | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The ACGC girls basketball team (6-0) will play at home against WCAC opponent Des Moines Christian (6-3) tonight, Jan. 7. The Lions have dominated this matchup, with ACGC’s last win coming in 2007. But, the Chargers are undefeated and have been dominating in their wins with a 22.3-point differential. ACGC has three players averaging double-digit points per game in Camdyn Richter (18.3 ppg), Shay Lemke (13 ppg) and Stella Largent (10.5 ppg). Lemke’s 8.2 assists per game are currently second highest in the entire state.
PICTURED: ACGC's No. 14 Shay Lemke ranks second in the state for assists per game with 8.2. Photo by Mark Reno | |
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 | | | Chargers win 3 duals, lose 2 at Lion Den Duals | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
ACGC boys wrestling traveled to Lisbon for the Lion Den Duals on Saturday, Jan. 4. ACGC competed in five duals that day, picking up wins against Cedar Rapids Washington, 42-17, Clayton Ridge, 60-20, and Highland Riverside, 64-18. The Chargers lost duals against host Lisbon, 46-26, and Mount Vernon, 63-18. ACGC returns to the mat on Saturday, Jan. 11 for the Tri-Center Invitational.
PICTURED: ACGC's Lane Stringer works for a reversal during a previous competition. Photo by Mark Reno | |
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| | More than just books | | | | | | | | By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette
After a couple of weeks disrupted by holiday breaks and winter weather, the library is back to normal hours and bringing some exciting programs to serve you in the new year. In the event that your New Year resolutions require some resources, the library is here to help you. We have books on topics related to better health, weight loss, time management, organization and hobbies.
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PICTURED: Local artist Kelly Nielsen works on the new mural in the children’s area of the MJB Library. | | | | | | | | Read the full story | |
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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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 | | | 30 years ago | | | | | | | | From the archives of The Guthrie Center Times, Jan. 4, 1995
SMOKE-FREE. Dean Downing, a custodian at the Guthrie County Courthouse, installs a no smoking sign at one of the courthouse’s five entrances. The building officially became smoke-free Monday. Previously, smoking was allowed in the building’s hallways and bathrooms. | | | | | | | | See more Yester Years | |
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 | | | Mickey's in Yale known for homemade food, friendly service | | | | | | | | Mickey Thompson has worked in the food service industry for 36 years.
By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times, December 2024
Think back to April 2020. Across Iowa, schools and businesses were closing in an effort to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. That same month, Mickey Thompson bought a restaurant in Yale.
“I spent the next couple of months cleaning, updating electrical and plumbing, painting and developing my menu,” Thompson says. “I finally was able to open on July 2, 2020.”
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