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Wed
20
Nov

Miller presents food security program to local Rotarians


Michelle Miller, "The Farm Babe," is on a mission to use her voice as a farmer, writer, public speaker and columnist to separate the myths from the facts when it comes to food security. Miller presented her program to Guttenberg Rotarians on Oct. 31 at the Guttenberg Public Library. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Providing families with nutritious food is at the heart of every household. Misleading scare tactics and fear-producing headlines have created concern for the consumer. Taking time to read labels, and sift through the barrage of up-to-date scientific information can be a daunting experience. 

Wed
20
Nov

Hospital CEO seeks city support with physician recruitment

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council at its regular monthly meeting on Nov. 12 heard a report from hospital leadership about physician recruitment, voted by a narrow margin to purchase property on Highway 52 to use as a Welcome Center, and listened to a business owner's request on water line repair charges. 

Wed
13
Nov

Millham shares inspiration for upcoming book


Bonnie and Charles Millham stopped by The Press office on a recent trip to Guttenberg. Millham has written an initial draft of his upcoming book, A River Boyhood and Its Academic Aftermath. He hopes to have the completed version of his book ready for publication in late November. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Growing up in small town Iowa can have its advantages. Tight-knit communities offer support, a sense of security and foster a sense of pride for the individuals who live there. 

Wed
13
Nov

Blair shares Naval experience and Freedom Rock update


Stan Blair is pictured upon graduation from Aviation Storekeepers School in Millington, Tenn. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Guttenberg resident and retired Iowa Department of Natural Resource Conservation Officer Stan Blair is a 36-year member of the American Legion and a lifetime member of the AMVETS. He was drafted in the Army, then enlisted in the Navy and served during the Vietnam War. 

Naval experience

Wed
13
Nov

Municipal, school election results

By Shelia Tomkins

Clayton County voters chose city and school officials in an election held Tuesday, Nov. 5. This marked the first time Iowa’s city and school elections were combined — traditionally, school elections took place in September and city elections in November. 

Wed
06
Nov

Veterans Day program set for Nov. 11 at CR School in Guttenberg

By Shelia Tomkins

The public is invited to honor military veterans of all eras and branches on Monday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. at the Clayton Ridge High School gym in Guttenberg. 

The program will open with a color guard  made up of members of the local American Legion, Amvets and VFW posts. Clay-Gar American Legion Post of Garnavillo will present a POW/MIA ceremony. The pledge of allegiance will be led by the VFW Patriot's Pen essay contest winners.

Wed
06
Nov

Community Memories...Growing up in the retail business


Businesswoman Barb Leitgen shares her passion for Guttenberg's rich history. Her parents, Juanita and Carl Kann, were the original proprietors of Kann's Import Shop. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Barbara Kann Leitgen grew up surrounded by retail business. Her parents, Juanita and Carl Kann, established Kann's Import Shop, which she now calls her own, in 1947.

Her friendly personality, unique brand of merchandise and warm welcoming shop are a mainstay in Guttenberg's downtown business district. In a cozy corner of the Import Shop she shared her memories of growing up in Guttenberg. 

Wed
06
Nov

Stephen Ministry celebrates 25 years of service


Guttenberg Stephen's Ministers are, front from left, Julie O'Rourke, Diane Shilling, and Carolyn Hoffmann; second row, Ammi Hugo, Darla Zittergruen, M.J. Smith, Charlie Finch, Nancy Heitman and Julie Parker. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

"The Stephen Ministry's principal belief is that we are the caregiver and God is the cure-giver." 

Minister and clinical psychologist Rev. Kenneth C. Haugk founded the ministry in 1975. The organization is named for Saint Stephen, one of seven deacons appointed by the Apostles to distribute food and charitable aid to poorer members of the community in the early church. 

Wed
30
Oct

Municipal and school elections set for Tuesday, Nov. 5

By Shelia Tomkins

Clayton County voters will head to the polls next Tuesday, Nov. 5, to choose city and school leaders.

Polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Voters must vote in their precinct of residence.

Following is a summary of candidates in The Press readership area.

Wed
30
Oct

Honey Princess graces Plagman Barn


Can you find the queen bee? From left, Jenni Luensman, Ashlee Luensman and American Honey Princess Nicole Medina locate the queen bee. The Honey Princess was on hand to promote the beekeeping industry at this year's Plagman Barn Show Days. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Nicole Medina, the American Honey Princess, has been involved in the family's beekeeping business, Tranquil Apiaries, for the past five years. Her parents, Joel and Nolvia Medina of Tranquility, an unincorporated community in Green Township in Sussex County, N.J., are considered serious sideliners in the beekeeping business. 

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