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Sep

Two unique ways to navigate and enjoy the Mississippi

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 08:27

Duane and Laura Smith of Cedar Rapids enjoy cruising on the Mississippi River in their Model 770 Amphicar. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker 

Part time Abel Island residents Duane Smith, and his wife, Laura, of Cedar Rapids are the proud owners of two unique amphibious modes of transportation. 

Duane grew up in Lamont and has many fond memories of spending time on Esmann Island at his grandparent's humble weekend retreat. 

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18
Sep

Organic farming - keeping the planet healthy

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 08:26

Andy Schaefers' herd enjoys a beautiful, cloudless sunny day while free-range grazing in a lush pasture on his organic dairy farm. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker 

Following in his father's footsteps, Andy Schaefers of rural Clayton County continues the family tradition of organic farming.

Schaefers began working through the process to become compliant with USDA  standards in 1993. He began shipping organic milk to Organic Valley in La Farge, Wis., in May of 1996. He eliminated all grain from his herd's diet, switching to all forbes and pasture, and began shipping grass fed organic milk to Organic Valley in 2014. 

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18
Sep

A busy weekend in the area!

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/18/2024 - 08:25

Guttenberg will celebrate its 33rd annual GermanFest on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 20-21, with music, food, and family activities. This year’s musical lineup includes six popular bands, along with  food, beverages and a wide variety of family fun activities.  See details inside.

On the same weekend, the 43rd annual Plagman Barn Show Days will be held Sept. 20, 21, and 22, sponsored by the Northeast Iowa Farm Antique Association. The barn is located west of Guttenberg and the event will feature demonstrations of early farm and home life, along with food and entertainment. See page 3.

Wed
11
Sep

Paul L. Barnhart

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 10:12

Paul L. Barnhart, 93, of Garnavillo, formerly of Guttenberg, passed away at the Guttenberg Care Center on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Paul was born on Jan. 22, 1931, in Osterdock. He was the son of Clifford and Bertha (Nokleby) Barnhart. On Feb. 24, 1951, Paul married the love of his life of 73 years, Wilma Ziegler, in Guttenberg.

Wed
11
Sep

Joyce A. Hyde

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 10:11

Joyce Ann Hyde, 79, of Guttenberg passed away on Aug. 15, 2024, in her home, after a 3-year struggle with lung cancer.

Joyce was born on the family farm in Volga Township, Clayton County, to Wilfred and Jeanette (Kann) Berns. After her father died in a tractor accident in 1947, her family moved to Guttenberg in 1950. She did many things in those formative years, including: janitor at St. Mary’s, Lowell’s Greenhouse, Round the Clock Laundromat, Kenny’s Boat Line, babysitting, Les and Em’s Drive-In, nanny for the Don Ferring Family & anything else her mom volunteered her for!

Wed
11
Sep

Mary M. Gamerdinger

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 10:10

Mary Margaret (Wellner) Gamerdinger, 94, of Guttenberg, formerly of Dunkerton, passed away Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, at her home surrounded by her children. 

Visitation was Thursday, Sept. 5, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg and before services at the church.

Funeral services were Friday, Sept. 6, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Guttenberg.

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11
Sep

Ronald L. Reimer

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 10:09

Ronald Leigh Reimer, 84, passed away Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

Private graveside services will be held at Garnavillo City Cemetery at a later date

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11
Sep

Jean M. Morarend

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 10:09

Jean Mae Morarend, 87, of Guttenberg, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, at home with her loving family by her side.

Visitation was Sunday, Sept. 1, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg.

Private graveside services were Monday, Sept. 2, at Mount Harmony Cemetery in Garber.

Wed
11
Sep

Daniel J. “Griz” Althoff

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 10:08

Daniel J. “Griz” Althoff, 74, of Dyersville passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024, at his home.

Visitation was Friday, Sept. 6, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville and before services.

Funeral services were Saturday, Sept. 7, at the funeral home conducted by Rev. Gabriel Mensah.

Burial was in St. Francis Cemetery.

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11
Sep

Clayton Ridge welcomes new staff

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 10:07

New Clayton Ridge School District faculty members from left are, Joe Sheston - High School Science, McKenna Keeney - First Grade, Ashley Burns - Elementary School Nurse, and Cindy Roberts - Special Education Elementary. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker 

The Clayton Ridge School District welcomed four new staff members for the 2024-2025 school year.

Ashley Burns

Elementary Nurse

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