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25
Apr

CRHS graduation rate explained

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 10:45

While the IAVA is responsible for lowering the CRHS graduation rate from 100 to 81 percent, it offers 300 students high quality educational opportunities that may not otherwise be available to them. (Press file photo)

By Molly Moser

A recent article in the Telegraph Herald raised concerns over education at Clayton Ridge when it listed the school’s graduation rate at 81.01 percent, nearly 10 percent lower than the statewide average of 91 percent. In fact, according to Superintendent Shane Wahls, in 2017 Clayton Ridge High School graduated 100 percent of its senior class. 

Wed
25
Apr

Three new providers join hospital and clinic

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 10:44

GMH held an open house to welcome its three new providers on Thursday, April 12. From left are Dr. Tamara Holzer and Family Nurse Practitioners Vanessa Solomon and Amber Wessels. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins)

By Molly Moser

Three new providers have joined the staff at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital and Clinics in recent months. "We are thrilled to welcome these new providers to Guttenberg Municipal Hospital and Clinics and to the community at large. With the addition of these providers, we will continue to provide the highest quality in healthcare to our community but will be able to offer additional services or additional hours," said GMH Interim CEO Kelly Dybvig.

Wed
25
Apr

Michael R. Fricke

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 10:41

Michael R. Fricke, 56, of Nora Springs passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City, surrounded by his family after a long, courageous battle with cancer.

Visitation was Monday, April 23, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, Mason City.

Graveside services will be held at a later date.

Wed
25
Apr

Sandra J. Kann

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 10:40

Sandra J. Kann, 80, died April 11, 2018, following a brief, but courageous battle with lung cancer.

Funeral services were Saturday, April 21, at Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Guttenberg, conducted by Rev. Harold McMillin. Visitation was before services at the funeral home.

Inurnment was at the Guttenberg City Cemetery.

Wed
18
Apr

City council proceeds with pool project, sets budget hearing

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 11:15

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council at its regular monthly meeting on April 9 moved forward on the pool project, set a hearing date to amend the budget and approved the first reading of an ordinance change that will reduce the cost of a golf cart permit.

Mayor Bill Frommelt led councilmembers Mick Pierce, Austin Greve, Fred Schaub, and Virginia Saeugling through the evening's agenda; also on hand were city manager Denise Schneider and city attorney Michael Schuster.

Wed
18
Apr

Getting to know local government Recreation board hard at work

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 11:14

Planned updates for the Darwin Duwe little league field and surrounding area include improved parking, playground equipment, a new fence in the outfield and potentially even a skate park. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

Editor’s note: This story concludes an 11-week series of features highlighting city boards and committees to educate readers about the workings of local government. 

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Wed
18
Apr

Dean of Students reports on successful year

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 11:13

Wade Marlow, Dean of Students and At-Risk Coordinator

By Molly Moser

A new position was created last fall at Clayton Ridge Community School, allowing for the addition of Dean of Students and At Risk Coordinator Wade Marlow to school staff. Marlow assists with the district’s positive behavior intervention support expectations for students, which are that they be ready, respectful, responsible and safe. He models these expectations and provides positive reinforcement for the large majority of students who are meeting expectations.

Wed
18
Apr

Donald F. Berns

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 11:12

Donald Francis Berns, 81, of Garnavillo, died Monday, April 9, 2018, at Elkader Care Center in Elkader.

Funeral services were Monday, April 16, at Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Garnavillo, conducted by Rev. Marvin Bries. Visitation was before services at the funeral home.

Interment was at the Garnavillo Community Cemetery.

Wed
18
Apr

Constance “Connie” Sylvester

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 11:11

Constance “Connie” Sylvester, 71, of Elkader, died Thursday, April 5, 2018, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids.

Visitation was Monday, April 9, at Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Garnavillo and before services at the church.

Funeral services were Tuesday, April 10, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Elkader.

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11
Apr

Miner's Creek bridge replacement set to begin

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/11/2018 - 08:38

Plans call for the bridge over Miner's Creek to be demolished by the end of this week, weather permitting. (Press photo)

By Shelia Tomkins

The bridge that crosses Miner's Creek in the Guttenberg city limits is scheduled to be taken down this week in the first step of a bridge replacement project. City officials expect that the bridge will be demolished by Friday, April 13, weather permitting.

The bridge is located on Garber Road just west of Highway 52 at the south Guttenberg city limits. 

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