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Wed
05
Oct

C.R. elementary adds therapy dog to staff

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/05/2022 - 10:55

Clayton Ridge therapy dog "River" enjoys connecting with students and creating smiles while helping them develop a positive attitude toward learning. From left are, Trapper Knapp, Mallory Greve, Garrett Opperman, and Patricia Rodenberg; center, enjoying all the attention, is "River." (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Clayton Ridge School District is pleased to announce their newest staff member, a licensed therapy dog named "River."

Wed
05
Oct

UA to present a Musical Tribute Oct. 15

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/05/2022 - 10:54

Umbrella Arts will present "A Musical Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John" on Oct. 15 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Lakeside Ballroom in Guttenberg. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Umbrella Arts, a collaborative, cooperative, supportive arts organization comprised of volunteer members in Guttenberg, are set to present a Musical Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John featuring Walt Wise, of Wise Productions on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., at Lakeside Ballroom in Guttenberg. 

Wed
05
Oct

SHIIP volunteers ready for Medicare Open Enrollment

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/05/2022 - 10:53

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Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics

It’s that time of year again —  Medicare Open Enrollment —  the only time that those eligible for Medicare have the opportunity to review and adjust their plans. 

Wed
28
Sep

Bow fishing becomes fast-growing sport

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/28/2022 - 08:31

Brothers Nathan (left) and Tracy Elsinger hold a 52 pound, 42 inch grass carp caught with a bow and arrow on the Mississippi River. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

According to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IA-DNR), bow fishing has become a fast-growing sport that has potential environmental benefits. 

Bowfishing brothers

Wed
28
Sep

$10,000 prize winning hole-in-one

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/28/2022 - 08:25

Bill Leonhart of Guttenberg shot a hole-in-one on number 8, winning a $10,000 prize at the Guttenberg Golf Course and Country Club during a SART fund-raising event. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Each year, Clayton County SART (Sexual Assault Response Team) holds their annual fund-raising golf tournament at the Guttenberg Golf and Country Club. Prior to the start of the tournament, organizers register a hole for the Hole-in-One $10,000 prize giveaway. The opportunity to win the cash prize is a long shot (no pun intended), but this year former Clayton Ridge industrial arts teacher Bill Leonhart was lucky enough to win the highly coveted prize money. 

Wed
28
Sep

Meeting set for Oct. 11 on historic design guidelines

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/28/2022 - 08:24

The Guttenberg Historic Preservation Commission is excited to announce that they received a Certified Local Government grant from the State Historic Preservation Office and National Park Service to develop Design Guidelines for the Front Street Historic District.  

A public meeting will be held about the project on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Guttenberg Municipal Building (third floor auditorium).  Any interested local resident is invited to attend.

Wed
21
Sep

Family farm honored at Iowa State Fair

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/21/2022 - 08:43

On Aug. 18 the Friedlein family was recognized at the Iowa State Fair as Century and Heritage Farm owners. From left are Jeff, Kari, and Larry Friedlein; Brandon and Margo Friedlein; and Nick and Taylor Chase and their three children, Levi, Maisyn and Sylvia. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

On Aug. 18 four generations of the Friedlein family of rural Guttenberg were honored at the Iowa State Fair as Century and Heritage Farm owners. To qualify for the prestigious award 40-acres of land must be owned by a family for at least 150 years. 

Wed
21
Sep

Sweers inducted into Hall of Fame

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/21/2022 - 08:41

Bob Sweers, number 32 with the Britt Eagles, scored 28 points and had two 2-point conversions during the State Championship game against Mount Vernon played at Kennick Stadium, University of Iowa. The Eagles beat the Mustangs 34 - 13. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

On Aug. 26 former Clayton Ridge middle school teacher and coach Bob Sweers of Guttenberg was inducted into the inaugural Athletes Hall of Fame in his hometown of Britt during halftime of the season opener football game. 

"They introduced us at halftime and a reception followed at the country club," Sweers commented. "I was humbled and honored."

Wed
21
Sep

Marina rental agreement is council topic

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/21/2022 - 08:38

By Shelia Tomkins

At the regular monthly meeting on Sept. 12, the Guttenberg city council reviewed the new CV/Chamber director agreement and discussed marina slip rental rules.  

On hand for the meeting were Mayor Fred Schaub, councilmembers Michelle Geuder, Steve Bahls, Jane Parker, Austin Greve and Mandy Ludovissy. Assistant City Manager Jamie Blume attended in the absence of City Manager Denise Schneider.

Wed
21
Sep

GEIDC awarded $2.7 million to expand social services

Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/21/2022 - 08:37

On Wednesday, Sept. 14, Gov. Reynolds announced $40 million in grant funding for 24 projects through the Nonprofit Innovation Fund, enabling Iowa non-profits to expand services to help more Iowans. 

The Guttenberg Economical and Industrial Development Committee (GEIDC) was awarded a grant through the fund in the amount of $2.7 million to expand social services access and to address Guttenberg’s senior housing needs. 

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