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Wed
26
Apr

Mississippi River rising to near-record levels


Abel Island flooding The Mississippi River rose approximately five feet last week, inundating property on Abel Island, Guttenberg, above. The river is expected to continue its rise this week, heading into major flood stage by Friday and producing a near record crest. More photos, page 3. (Press photo Ausitn Greve)

By Shelia Tomkins

Spring flooding on the Mississippi River at Guttenberg is predicted to reach near-record levels this year, near  the second highest crest on record.

Wed
26
Apr

Cassville Ferry offers free ride to bicyclists in May


The Pride of Cassville Car Ferry will offer free rides to bicyclists every Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning May 5 thru Memorial Day – river conditions permitting. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Cassville Car Ferry is offering free rides across the Mississippi River from Guttenberg to Cassville, Wis., in celebration of National Bike Month. 

The one-month offering will begin May 5, and run Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through Memorial Day – river conditions permitting. 

Wed
26
Apr

CCDRC offers disaster recovery assistance


CCDRC is available to assist individuals with the application process to apply for disaster relief funding when help is needed. From left are Clayton County Emergency Management Director Sarah Moser; Family Service Specialist with Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC) Sandra Schultz, and GMHC Family Resource Center Coordinator Kari Harbaugh. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Clayton County Disaster Recovery Committee (CCDRC) was formed in response to major flooding that had occurred in Clayton County in 1993. As a result of these floods many residents had unmet needs that traditional services were unable to meet. 

The non-profit 501(c)3 organization is on a mission to work collaboratively with ecumenical, public, business and philanthropic organizations to assist individuals when natural and man-made disaster strikes. 

Wed
19
Apr

GMHC Auxiliary celebrates 70 years


GMHC Hospital Auxiliary member Cheryl Simmons (above) and many dedicated volunteers staff the hospital's gift shop – open Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

The dedicated members of Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics (GMHC) Women's Auxiliary will celebrate their 70-year anniversary at a luncheon to be held  Thursday, April 27, at noon in the GMHC Education Room.  

Scheduled guest speakers are GMHC CEO Tim Ahlers; GMHC Family Resource Center Director Kari Harbaugh; GMHC Gift Shop Director Cheryl Simmons, and special guest, Norma Lehne, who was one of the original charter members in 1953. 

Wed
19
Apr

Rich Tyler: Why Save an Old Barn?


Dr. Richard Tyler will present "Why Save an Old Barn" on Thursday, April 27, at 7 p.m. in the top floor of the Municipal building. The program is made possible through Humanities Iowa and the Guttenberg Library Foundation. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Guttenberg Library Foundation is set to present Dr. Rich Tyler: Why Save an Old Barn on Thursday, April 27, at 7 p.m. in the top floor of the municipal building.

The program is made possible through Humanities Iowa (HI), which is dedicated to bringing the humanities to life in Iowa, with the people of Iowa. They provide grants, build community partnerships, and create programming that reaches over 250,000 Iowans each year. 

Wed
19
Apr

City council hears project updates

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council at its regular monthly meeting on April 10 heard updates on various ongoing projects and listened to concerns from residents.

Mayor Fred Schaub presided at the two-hour meeting with  councilmembers Mandy Ludovissy, Austin Greve, Steve Bahls and Michelle Geuder at the council table along with City Manager Denise Schneider.

Wed
12
Apr

Aspiring young Guttenberg author shares writing journey


Loretta Pierce has enjoyed reading and writing since she was a child. She continues to improve her writing skills and is currently working on her first book. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Clayton Ridge eighth grade student Loretta Pierce of Guttenberg loves to read and write. Her love of reading began as a young child when her parents, Betty and Paul Pierce, spent many hours reading to her. 

Reading and writing

Wed
12
Apr

Community Paramedicine program provides free in-home health visits


A new and innovative free health care service is available in patient homes through Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics. (Stock photo)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics (GMHC) Community Paramedicine program brings much needed health care services to patients in the privacy of their own home. 

Keri Smith, Chief Nursing Officer, explained the innovative program at a Family Resource Center Lunch and Learn session held in the GMHC education room on March 8. 

Wed
05
Apr

Free trees for Guttenberg residents


A limited number of free trees are being offered to Guttenberg residents on a first-come basis thanks to a successful grant application. (Austin Greve photo)

Thanks to a grant from Black Hills Energy and partnership with Trees Forever, Guttenberg will receive $3,000 to purchase trees for local property owners to plant in right-of-ways, providing benefits such as shade cover over sidewalks, businesses and homes, absorbing and slowing stormwater, and reducing air and noise pollution. 

Wed
05
Apr

Foundation book sale scheduled, donation dates announced


The Guttenberg Library Foundation Book Sale is set for June 1-2. The Foundation will receive acceptable donations from April 6 through May 26 at the Guttenberg Public Library. Above, Foundation President Carolyn Clefisch. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

Submitted by Carolyn Clefisch 

The Guttenberg Library Foundation has begun making plans for its 2023 Book and Bake Sale to be held Thursday, June 1, from 1 p.m.- 5 p.m., and Friday, June 2, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

"Planning the sale is a sign of spring to me," says Carolyn Clefisch, Foundation president. "This year, we seriously need to rebuild our inventory."

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