You are here

Home ›

Guttenberg Press

Error message

  • Warning: array_merge(): Argument #1 is not an array in _simpleads_render_ajax_template() (line 133 of /home/pdccourier/public_html/sites/all/modules/simpleads/includes/simpleads.helper.inc).
  • Notice: Trying to get property of non-object in _simpleads_adgroup_settings() (line 343 of /home/pdccourier/public_html/sites/all/modules/simpleads/includes/simpleads.helper.inc).
  • Warning: array_merge(): Argument #1 is not an array in _simpleads_render_ajax_template() (line 157 of /home/pdccourier/public_html/sites/all/modules/simpleads/includes/simpleads.helper.inc).
Wed
18
Jul

City council moves forward on swimming pool project

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 08:19

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council at its regular monthly meeting on July 9 moved forward on the municipal swimming pool project, discussed mobile food vendors, and heard plans for downtown beautification. 

Swimming pool

Wed
18
Jul

Fundraising continues $480,213 granted to Wave of the Future project

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 08:19

Attending the May Enhance Iowa board meeting in Urbandale were, from left, Deb Moser, Katy Geuder, Molly Moser, Norma Thiese and Debbie Eulberg. Not pictured is MJ Smith. (Photo submitted)

By Molly Moser

The Wave of the Future project for Guttenberg’s new swimming pool was awarded a grant in the amount of $480,213 from the Enhance Iowa board’s Community Attractions and Tourism program (EICAT) on Wednesday, July 11, at the Hartman Reserve Nature Center in Cedar Falls. 

Wed
18
Jul

Kahle travels to Barcelona, Spain

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 08:17

Anna Kahle visited Park Gruell on an adventure in Spain that she hopes will help her prepare for a future career as a social studies teacher. (Photo submitted)

By Molly Moser

Clayton Ridge High School 2015 graduate Anna Kahle traveled to Barcelona, Spain, during the month of May, visiting Roman ruins, swimming in the Mediterranean Sea, and touring sites of Spanish art and architecture. 

Wed
18
Jul

Bernard Tapke Jr.

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 08:17

Bernard Tapke Jr., 85, of Luxemburg, passed away Monday, July 9, 2018, at Guttenberg Care Center in Guttenberg.

Visitation and funeral services were Friday, July 13, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Luxemburg. Rev. Noah Diehm officiated and Rev. Richard Gaul concelebrated; the lectors were Melissa Mensen and Jennifer Oberbroeckling; giftbearers were Abby Steffen, Katie Tapke, Amanda Winter and Michelle Ohrt; Terri Ellerbach provided the music; Erin Steffen, Helen Deutmeyer and Dianne Duwe were eucharistic ministers and pallbearers were Nicki Stelken, Joe Steffen, Michael, Alesha and Kyle Tapke.

Wed
18
Jul

Miya I. Erickson

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 08:16

Miya Isabella Erickson, 14, daughter of Michael and Caroline Erickson and Amy and Walt Zehr was called home to her heavenly father on Sunday, July 8, 2018.

Visitation was Monday, July 16, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Elkader.

Funeral services were Tuesday, July 17, at the church, conducted by Rev. John S. Haugen.

Wed
11
Jul

Ardythe Hager

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 09:02

Ardythe Hager, 84, of Guttenberg, died Friday, July 6, 2018, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, after a brief illness.

Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, July 15, at Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Guttenberg.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 16, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Guttenberg.

Wed
11
Jul

Betty E. Kremer

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 09:01

Betty Eileen Kremer, 87, of Strawberry Point, passed away on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, at the Edgewood Convalescent Home in Edgewood.

Visitation was Sunday, July 8, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Edgewood and one hour before services at the church.

Funeral services were Monday, July 9, at Trinity United Methodist Church, in Edgewood, conducted by Pastor Mike Jackson.

Wed
11
Jul

Doris “Dorie” Dingbaum Mallicoat

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 09:00

Doris “Dorie” Dingbaum Mallicoat, 89, of Manchester, passed away on Friday, June 29, 2018, at the Regional Medical Center in Manchester.

Visitation was Monday, July 2, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home, Manchester and before services Tuesday.

Funeral services were Tuesday, July 3, at  the funeral home.

Wed
11
Jul

Umbrella Arts sculpture project

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 08:58

Rosemary's Bed & Bath at 518 S. River Park Drive has submitted this entry to the Umbrella Arts sculpture project, created by owner Jane Parker. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

This fish sculpture by Chamber Director Mandy Ludovissy is a welcome sight at the Guttenberg Welcome Center, 323 S. River Park Drive. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

Umbrella Arts has extended its deadline for fish sculptures for its summer sculpture project to Wednesday, Aug. 1. To enter, send a photo and the location of the sculpture to Juanita Loven at lovenrj@alpinecom.net. For contest details, call 563-252-1310.

"There is a wide variety of entries, so take the opportunity to check them out," said Loven. "Some are inside, some outside, and one online." A list of sculpture locations follows (not all are entered in the contest).  

Wed
11
Jul

Fishing tournament includes fish fry, Catfish Queen

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 08:54

Catfish Queen Natalie Domeyer rode in the Stars & Stripes parade for her first official duty as royalty. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

The Guttenberg Motel will host its third annual Catfish Tournament on Saturday, July 28. From the first year to the second, the competition grew from 19 teams to 29 teams with total weigh-in of over 350 pounds in 2017 – and organizers Dave and Patty Schwarz expect a similar experience this year.

Pages

Subscribe to Guttenberg Press