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Arma Jean Newbern

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/01/2022 - 10:40

Arma Jean Anna Leona (Schroeder) Newbern, 87, Sanborn, formerly of Elkader and Guttenberg, was called home by her Lord on Jan. 23, 2022. Grau Funeral Homes, Elkader, are handling the arrangements for the family. Due to COVID-19, a service and internment will be scheduled at a later date.

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Betty L. Johnson

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/01/2022 - 10:38

Betty Lou (Pust) Johnson went to join her Lord and close family members in heaven on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, at the Elkader Care Center.

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Sharon J. Belden

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/01/2022 - 10:35

Sharon J. Belden, 53, of Elkader, completed her earthly journey on Jan. 22, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque, surrounded by her loving family. To honor Sharon’s life, her celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 19, from 1 to 5 p.m., at the Garnavillo Community Center, 106 W. Niagara St. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Sharon’s family.

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MORE educational opportunities: MFL MarMac launches authentic learning program

Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/25/2022 - 14:23

The MFL MarMac High School Library resembled an episode of the TV show Shark Tank last Tuesday, as local businesses and school employees pitched projects for the school’s new authentic learning course. Here, students Sydney Moser (left) and Jordyn Jones discuss a project idea with McGregor-Marquette Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jessica Goltz. (Photos by Audrey Posten)

Mark Tschirgi (left) and Michael Minnier from Art’s Way Scientific, Inc., were among the businesses and school employees who pitched ideas at the “Partnerpalooza” event for MFL MarMac’s More Experiences Real Opportunities (MORE) program.

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

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Hanson earns Times-Register Good Neighbor Award for 2021

Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/25/2022 - 14:19

2021 Times-Register Good Neighbor Award winner Chelsea Hanson, owner of TD’s Sports Bar & Grille in Elkader, stands with award presenter and Times-Register reporter Willis Patenaude at the Elkader Awards Banquet.

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

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McGregor Council OK’s bid for upcoming Main Street Sewer Project

Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/25/2022 - 14:18

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

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Jan

2021 Elkader Community Awards Banquet brings record crowd

Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/25/2022 - 14:15

Elkader Chamber Coordinator Ann Gibney (left) and Economic Development Director Samantha Baumgartner presented the awards during the 2021 Elkader Community Awards Banquet. A record crowd of 90 guests attended the event on Jan. 17.

John and Doris Moyna received the Legacy Award for the Earthmoving Legacy Center.

Jennifer Cowsert received the Community Spirit Award.

David Beck accepted the Historic Preservation Award on behalf of the Elkader 175th Anniversary Committee.

New business owners recognized were John Finch (Meuser Lumber Manager), Bill Kuhse (Meuser Lumber), John and Doris Moyna (Earthmoving Legacy Center), Tom and Michelle Gifford (The Jude), Michael and Jade Beck (Gifford Insurance), Megan Glawe (Magic Touch LLC), Garret and Lila Hamilton (Highland Arms), Kimberly and Tyler Carlson (Deer Run Resort), Roger and Deb Schmidt (Twisted Alley 2), Stephanie Cunningham (Elkader PitStop), Joelle Davis (Emerald Grove Boutique), Sally Stendel (The Collective), Chelsea Hanson (TD’s Sports Bar & Grille) and Teri Ann Gregerson Marting (Inhale Exhale Pilates and The Collective)

Past business owners recognized at the event were (front, left to right) Lucy Sharp (Sharp Art Gallery), Michelle Gifford, Ron and Mary Kuehl (Treats), Linda Glesne (Coast to Coast), Lois and Eddie Nelson (The Store); (back) Doris and John Moyna (Deer Run Resort), Tom Gifford (Gifford Insurance) and Kristin Fitzgerald (Fitzgerald Inc.)