| | Cold feet
Do you get cold feet? My inquiry is not an analogy or code for anything. It's just a simple question. Do your feet get cold?
The website medicalnewstoday.com says your feet can feel cold due to cold temperatures (really?), high stress or anxiety, circulation issues, anemia, diabetes mellitus, nerve disorders, hypothyroidism and other things most of us can’t pronounce.
Some simple solutions, according to the same website, include movement, socks, foot baths, heating pads, water bottles and my favorite fix — slippers.
Yes, slippers. I have a half-dozen of them around the home and office. Call me Mr. Rogers if you want, but my feet are toasty, and it’s a beautiful day in my neighborhood.
My friend Jason used to mock me for wearing them, especially when I would bring a pair over to his house when visiting. Then he started wearing slippers, or “house shoes,” as he calls them.
As a child, I couldn’t stand to wear slippers. Seems like I received a pair every year for Christmas, but I rarely wore them. But, to be honest, I rarely wore shirts or pants around the house either. Like most kids, I was too warm-blooded for a whole lot of body coverings.
Most of us can recall the image of the father figure in the home, relaxing in the easy chair, reading the evening paper, smoking a pipe and having the family dog bring him his slippers. In our home, the evening image would be of me in the kitchen, filling the dishwasher, asking Alexa to play some Elvis music, cleaning up the garbage that the dog got into — and wearing slippers. It’s not the makings for a Hallmark movie, but I will take it, as long as I have my slippers.
Comedian/politician Al Franken may have summed it up best with the words, “It’s easier to put on slippers than to carpet the whole world.”
Can you slip into that idea?
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 spar over EMS plan
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the regular Oct. 15 meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors, citizens asked for clarification about EMS funding. One question was related to the service billing individuals’ insurance for EMS costs related to ambulance calls. Supervisor Steve Smith explained the EMS service will bill insurance as applicable.
Supervisor Maggie Armstrong added that there are some costs, especially some staffing costs, that cannot be billed to insurance.
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| | Guthrie Center employee health insurance rates drop
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the Oct. 14 regular meeting of the Guthrie Center City Council, City Clerk Kris Arrasmith reported on the city’s premiums for Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance on employees.
“It’s actually dropping by 9.48%,” Arrasmith said.
Arrasmith reported this was the second year in a row that the premiums went down, which she says is a pleasant surprise since she had budgeted for an expected increase of around 20% annually.
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| | Panora City Council hears housing updates
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the Oct. 14 meeting of the Panora City Council, the councilmembers heard about progress on two housing sites within the city.
The apartments at 502 W. Market St. are being upgraded, including the installation of new laundry machines. When completed, the 12 units will accept HUD funding.
The council also heard an update on the progress on the building at 113 E. Main St. (the former Panora Food Center). Work has been continuing at a steady pace. Mayor Curt Thornberry stated his happiness in seeing the project moving quickly ahead now.
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 | | | Guthrie Center Fall Festival held Saturday | | | | | | | | By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette
The Guthrie Center Fall Festival was held the morning of Saturday, Oct. 12 on Fourth Street and was hosted by the Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Guthrie Center and the American Cancer Society. | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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 | | | Haunted Village entertains visitors on Sunday | | | | | | | | By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
The Guthrie County Historical Village held its annual “Haunted Village” event on Oct. 13. Each building at the GCHV offered a different attraction, such as “the museum of bad luck,” in which displays showed the various items or actions that have been reported to cause bad luck.
However, there appeared to be no bad luck occurring at the event. The weather was pleasant, and a large crowd of little monsters and parents, many in costume, walked to the various buildings for treats and Halloween fun. | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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 | | | Iowa Legacy Program celebrates 20th Anniversary of Hawkeye football team winning Big Ten Championship | | | | | | | | Special to the Times Vedette
The Iowa Legacy Program celebrated the 20th Anniversary of the Iowa Hawkeye football team winning the Big Ten Championship and going on to win the Jan. 1 Capital One Bowl against the LSU Tigers, 30-25. The Hawkeyes ended up 10-2 that season. Pat and Deb Moylan attended the game along with their son, Devan, who played on that team, and his wife, Kelsey. At the end of the first quarter, after the Hawkeye Wave, the team was honored in the east end zone. The Hawks defeated Washington, 40-16, and Coach Kirk Ferentz earned his 200th win. | |
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 | | | Twin Vines Fall Festival draws large crowd on Saturday | | | | | | | | By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette
Twin Vines held its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with favorable weather and a sizable crowd. Attendees enjoyed wine, craft beer, live music with Joshua Sinclair, products from a variety of vendors and food from Weinie Wonderland and Smoke Shack Food Truck. | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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 | | | Ribbon cutting for Orchard Family Restaurant | | | | | | | | By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette
The Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Guthrie Center held an official ribbon cutting on Saturday, Oct. 12 at noon for Orchard Family Restaurant at 104 Third St. in Guthrie Center. The restaurant is owned by Luis Huerta, who has worked in the business since 2013, running restaurants in Greenfield, Stuart and Coon Rapids, along with several Los Altos locations, as well as operating food trucks. The Orchard Family Restaurant opened Sept. 2. | |
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 | | | Royal Neighbors members create marble mazes for daycares, hospice | | | | | | | | Special to the Times Vedette
Local members of the Royal Neighbors of America organization, a fraternal benefit society, made 12 marble mazes that were given to Little Panther Daycare, as well as Panorama Daycare. They also delivered 24 to Hospice in Guthrie Center. Royal Neighbors was founded by nine visionary women united by a mission, starting with an inaugural gathering in Council Bluffs more than 125 years ago. For more information, visit www.royalneighbors.org. | | | | | | | | See more photos | |
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 | | | Time to reflect | | | | | | | | Special to the Times Vedette
Matt Lukacs captured this beautiful, mirrored reflection of the sun on Lake Panorama on Saturday morning before a round of water skiing. | |
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| | Fatal single-vehicle accident occurs near Frontier Road
Special to the Times Vedette
Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Shane Jones reported a fatal single-vehicle accident occurring on Oct. 14 at approximately 2:50 a.m. Deputy Jones received a 911 call advising a vehicle had been located in a field near Frontier Road, just north of White Pole Road. The caller advised the vehicle had the airbags deployed, but no people could be found around the vehicle. Dispatch requested Adair County page out Adair Fire and Rescue, who arrived on scene a short time later.
Deputy Jones arrived on scene at 3:21 a.m. Upon arrival, he had been notified an occupant presumably from the vehicle had been located and was deceased.
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| | Meeting on EMS plan Oct. 16 at Panorama High School
Special to the Times Vedette
The Guthrie County Board of Supervisors will be hosting an informational meeting at Panorama High School on Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. to present the county's plan for Emergency Medical Services (EMS). This plan will outline the EMS ballot measure ahead of the November election. All are welcome to attend to learn more. | |
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| | WSO Holiday Luncheon Dec. 6
By Susan Thompson | Times Vedette
The Panora Women’s Service Organization (WSO) annual holiday luncheon will be Friday, Dec. 6. This is the 51st year for this fundraising event. The luncheon will be held at Faith Bible Church, which is north of Panora on Highway 4.
Serving begins at noon. As guests arrive, they can purchase raffle tickets and sign up for door prizes. The meal includes ham balls, dinner rolls and a large variety of salads made by WSO members.
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| | Members of Order of the Eastern Star serve breakfast, receive donation
Special to the Times Vedette
Nine members of Linden Chapter, Panora, Order of the Eastern Star, served breakfast for the Redfield Legion members, Saturday, Oct. 12 at the Legion Hall in Redfield. In turn, a thank you was given along with a monetary donation for Retrieving Freedom and Linden's Chapter's Scholarship Fund. Those serving were Joyce and Frank Keeran, Marilyn and Larry Culver, Carol and Jack Nelson, Shirley Hughes, Virginia Armstrong and Mary Jo Laughery. | |
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| | Cribbage results from Oct. 11 and Oct. 14
Special to the Times Vedette
On Oct. 11, 11 players participated. Jim Carico got a 16 and a 20. Rhonda Titus got a 17 and a 21.
On Oct. 14, a total of 16 players participated. Rex Schoonover got the first 20 and a 16. Jim Carico got two 16s. Rhonda Titus got a 16 and a 17. Dave Kading got a 16 and a 20. Larry Gardiner, Bill Sheeder and Robert Klever ended up with a 20.
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| | Correction on Oct. 5 Southwest Iowa Band Jamboree results
Special to the Times Vedette
The Oct. 8 Times Vedette published incorrect information about the results of the Southwest Iowa Band Jamboree in Clarinda from Oct. 5. The Sidney Marching Band was the top-finishing Iowa band in Class 1A, as well as the top-finishing overall Class 1A band. ACGC was officially the second top Iowa band in Class 1A. | |
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| | Joseph John Wanninger III | | | | | | | | 1965-2024
Joseph John Wanninger III, known as Joe to his friends and family, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at his home in Panora on Oct. 11, 2024, at the age of 59. He was surrounded by his family and friends.
Joe is survived by his loving wife, Jill; children, Brooke (John) of Churdan, and Luke (Jenna) of Panora; grandchildren, Brenna and Kade Smith, Lucy and Ruby Wanninger; sisters, Sheri Lebeck (Dave) of Atlantic,
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| | 10-7-2024
- 4:50 a.m. Panora EMS paged for call in Panora
- 9:39 a.m. Stuart Police Department responded for dogs attacking another dog
- 1:55 p.m. Stuart Police Department responded to theft call
- 2:16 p.m. Stuart EMS paged for call in Stuart
- 2:30 p.m. Guthrie Deputy investigated burn ban violation
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 | | | Panorama woes continue against South Central Calhoun, lose 41-12 | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
On Friday, Oct. 11, Panorama football (1-6) lost its away matchup against South Central Calhoun (4-3), 41-12. Cruz Crandall was responsible for most of the Panther offense. Crandall went 10/21 through the air with 130 yards and two touchdowns. Crandall also led the team in rushing on nine attempts for 75 yards. Touchdown passes were caught by Laytn Ashworth and Blake Schwartz. Landon Kirtley continued to spearhead the defense, leading the team with 7.5 tackles and one for a loss. Brayden Meinecke had a team-high two tackles for losses.
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PICTURED: Panorama sophomore No. 21 Cruz Crandall fires a pass to his right in a game against South Central Calhoun. Photo by Betty Cooper | | | | | | | | Read the full story | |
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| | Panther runners prepare for WCAC meet this Thursday
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
The Panorama boys and girls cross country teams will compete with their West Central Activities Conference rivals in the final regular season cross country meet on Thursday, Oct. 17. Of the 11 schools competing, Panorama’s Noah Poldberg (18) will be 1A’s highest-ranked individual runner among the boys. Kylie Rochholz (17) and Laicey Lutz (21) will be the fourth- and fifth-highest ranked individuals among 1A girls. | |
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| | Panorama volleyball loses to Woodward-Granger at WCAC tournament
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
On Monday, Oct. 14 at the WCAC tournament, Panorama (9-10) lost to Woodward-Granger (12-15) in straight sets, 2-0. The Panthers lost the first set 25-17, and the second set, 25-21. Individual stats were not available as of press time. The girls will face Ogden (7-14) today at Des Moines Christian School. | |
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 | | | No. 2 Chargers roll past Mount Ayr, 40-14 | | | | | | | | By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
No. 2 ACGC football (7-0) made easy work of Mount Ayr (5-2) at home on Friday, Oct. 11, winning 40-14. The Chargers continue to spread out their rushing attack, with 442 rushing yards on the day and five players scoring touchdowns. Joe Crawford led with six carries for 106 yards and one score. Mike Fuller had 14 carries for 102 yards and one touchdown. Eli Madsen took his one rush for 87 yards and a score. Brexton Schneider rushed for seven carries and 72 yards and one score. Jathan South had 11 carries for 58 yards with one touchdown.
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PICTURED: No. 3 Jathan South cuts inside during a game earlier this year. South's 22 total touchdowns is tied for sixth most in the A division. Photo by Mark Reno | | | | | | | | Read the full story | |
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| | ACGC hosts WCAC meet this Thursday
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
ACGC cross country will host the WCAC meet this Thursday, Oct. 17. With 11 schools in attendance, this will be the final meet before the post season ramps up. ACGC has several runners to look out for at the meet. Preston Kent is currently ranked 25th among 1A individual boys. On the girls side, Ava Campbell at No. 8 in 1A will be the highest-ranked individual girl competing. | |
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| | ACGC defeats Pleasantville in straight sets
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette
ACGC (14-8) defeated Pleasantville (21-11) in straight sets Monday, Oct. 14 at the WCAC volleyball tournament. The Chargers won the sets 25-19 and 25-22. Game stats for ACGC were not available at press time. Next up, the girls play today, Oct. 15, at Des Moines Christian School. | |
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 | | | More than just books | | | | | | | | By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette
Oct. 20-26 is National Friends of Libraries Week. For any library, this is an important week, and this is the case for the Mary J. Barnett Memorial Library. We want to thank the members of our Friends of the Guthrie Center Library for their steadfast support of our library.
For those of you who don’t know much about the Friends of the Library, the group is composed of people from our community who value our library and want to support it any way they can. What this often means is fundraising to allow the library to acquire things that are above what we have the budget to provide. Sometimes the friends volunteer to help with special projects like decorating for our festival of trees, straightening shelves, or handing out treats at our annual Boo Bash.
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Clover Kids in Guthrie County
Stef’s Clover Kids group meets Sundays (might be subject to change for field trips). At the October Meeting is when the annual calendar for the clover kids year is released. Both groups create a youth program designed especially for children in kindergarten through third grade. Clover Kids participate in games, activities and other engaging learning experiences in a supportive, creative, challenging and fun environment. Reach out to the Extension office to get signed up at 641-747-2276.
Reminder
Record Books and Award Applications need to be turned in to the Guthrie County Extension Office by Nov. 1 at 4:30 p.m.
Science of Parenting
Every family is unique, and every child has his or her own quirks. At Science of Parenting, they believe parents are experts on their family and their child(ren). They have a pluralistic approach to parenting, which means they believe there is more than one right way to raise healthy and happy kids. Their role is to share research and information with parents to help them make informed decisions for their family. On the website, parents can find trustworthy research on popular parenting topics. In the parenting trends section, parents can find recent blog posts written by specialists from Iowa
The Guthrie County Extension Office is located at 212 State St. in Guthrie Center, IA 50115. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday: 8 a.m. to noon. Email xguthrie@iastate.edu or call 641-747-2276. | |
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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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 | | | 10 years ago | | | | | | | | From the archives of The Guthrie County Vedette, Oct. 16, 2014
HAUNTED VILLAGE. Tammy Deal and spider-dog Sadie greeted trick-or-treaters during Sunday's Haunted Village at the Guthrie County Historical Village in Panora. Organizations say there were more than 200 visitors who attended the event this year, far more than in year's past. | | | | | | | | See more Yester Years | |
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 | | | Edward Jones in Panora partners with clients to work toward goals | | | | | | | | Dave Grove has been leading the Panora branch since 2011.
By Rich Wicks | Panora Times, September 2024
Edward Jones has been providing financial advice and guidance in Guthrie County for more than 30 years. Dave Grove has been leading the Panora branch since 2011 and says he likes what the community has to offer. He and his wife, Sara, moved to Panora in 2012, and their three children, Norah, 11; Gracie, 9; and Leo, 7, attend Panorama Community Schools. The Grove family enjoys participating and being involved in the community.
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| | FOR RENT: Newly Renovated! 2/1 Apartment for Rent. Newly renovated 2-bed, 1-bath apartment at 502 W Market St, Panora, IA 50216. Enjoy 700 sq ft of modern living with LVP flooring, new cabinets, counter tops, fresh paint, and updated trim and doors. Under new management, this bright and stylish unit offers comfort and convenience in a welcoming community near local amenities. $800/month. Call 712-469-4033.
CHILD CARE PROVIDERS WANTED: If you’re passionate about working with children, we want to hear from you! Little Smiles is a state licensed daycare in Adair. Benefits include no nights, weekends, or holidays, paid time off, discounted child care, and matching retirement plan available. Must be 18+ years of age and pass a background check. $500 hiring bonus available! Contact littlesmilesadair@gmail.com or 641-742-3031.
SERVICES: Do you need any sewing, alterations or mending done? I have lots of experience. Call Bernice 641-740-1146. | |
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| | Where do hamburgers go dancing?
The meatball! | |
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