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Tue
05
Apr

ON THE MONEY: Funk shares his coin collecting passion through new business

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 14:37

Jared Funk has grown a passion for coin collecting into a new business, Northeast Iowa Coin and Currency, LLC. He’s pictured with two of his favorite bills, including the $10 bill issued in North Africa in 1934 that started his collection six years ago.

This image shows a small sample of Jared Funk’s collection, which now includes 4,000 to 5,000 pieces.

This is the $20 bill issued by the First National Bank of Elkader, which Funk compared to finding the holy grail.

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

 

Tue
05
Apr

Pikes Peak main parking lot, campground to undergo overhaul

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 14:34

Pikes Peak State Park will soon undergo a major overhaul to improve the main parking lot and campground. While the work is underway, the main entrance will be closed for a period of time. The main parking lot construction timeline should allow the park to be open by mid-summer, but the campground (shown here) will be completely closed this year. (Photo by Audrey Posten)

While the footprint of the Pikes Peak campground is expanding, the number of campsites will remain relatively the same, with more room between camp pads.

Pikes Peak State Park will soon undergo a major overhaul to improve the main parking lot and campground.

 

Tue
05
Apr

Finley achieves All-State individual speech honors in two categories

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 14:32

Central senior Brayden Finley was nominated for All-State in two individual speech categories, prose and acting. He’s pictured with Central individual speech coach Carolyn Yanda.

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

 

Tue
05
Apr

Vietnam Veterans Day serves as reminder to share service members’ stories

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 14:28

Members of the Northeast Iowa Vietnam Veterans Association gathered in Colesburg on March 29, the designated National Vietnam Veterans Day. Group members Gary Meyer (left) and Mike Schmelzer presented fellow member Ron Soppe (right) with a display case for his medals, which include three purple hearts, a bronze star and distinguished service cross. (Submitted photo)

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

 

Tue
05
Apr

MFL MarMac staff work hard to provide healthy, delicious meals

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 14:25

Food service staff at MFL MarMac work hard to provide students with healthy, balanced and delicious meals throughout the school year. (Submitted photo)

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

 

Tue
05
Apr

Clayton County Pork Banquet recognizes royalty and industry contributors

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 14:06

Emme Schroeder (second from left) and Cerria Dripps (center) were respectively named 2022 Clayton County Pork Queen and Princess at the March 26 banquet. Hadley Howes (second from right) is the new Little Miss Pigtails. The three are pictured with outgoing royalty, 2021 Clayton County Pork Queen Olivia Martins and Little Miss Pigtails Jenna Hamann. (Submitted photos)

This year’s Appreciation Award, which honors a local individual or business that has made a contribution and difference for the pork producers of Clayton County, went to Ryan Rose and R&R Trucking. He is pictured with 2021 Little Miss Pigtails Jenna Hamann, Pork Queen Olivia Martins and Clayton County Pork Producers member Ben Wikner.

Amanda Meyer was honored as the Master Pork Producer, for her hard work and dedication to the pork industry. She’s pictured with 2021 Pork Queen Olivia Martins, Little Miss Pigtails Jenna Hamann and Clayton County Pork Producers member Ryan Oberbroeckling.

The General Store and More in Elkader was recognized with the Clayton County Pork Producers Restaurant Award. Owner Monica Stence is pictured with 2021 Little Miss Pigtails Jenna Hamann, Pork Queen Olivia Martins and Clayton County Pork Producers member Steve Wagner.

Tayler Martins, Madeline Harford and Hazen Loan were awarded scholarships at the banquet. They're pictured with 2022 Pork Queen Emme Schroeder and Princess Cerria Dripps as well as Little Miss Pigtails Hadley Howes.

Special awards went to local youth. That included Champion Derby Pen of Three: Cael Funk, Champion Derby Individual: Jenna Funk, Champion Non-Derby Individual: Nathaniel Gaul, Champion Non-Derby Pen of Three: Thea Bockenstedt and Champion Breeding Gilt: Amelya Weigand.

The Clayton County Pork Producers held their annual banquet on March 26, at Johnson’s Reception Hall in Elkader. Event highlights included the crowning of new royalty and recognition of awards for local producers, youth and businesses.

 

Tue
05
Apr

Clayton County Dairy Banquet set for April 8

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 13:59

The annual Clayton County Dairy Banquet will be held Friday, April 8, at Johnson’s Reception Hall in Elkader. The meal will be served from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with the program scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. Menu will include roast beef, shrimp alfredo, mashed potatoes/gravy, green beans, coleslaw, cottage cheese, cheesecurds, string cheese, apple crisp, ice cream and milk. Tickets are available at the door.

Tue
05
Apr

Ryan Helgerson

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 13:54

Ryan Thomas Jon Helgerson was born the son of Kae Jeanne Helgerson and Gary Helgerson on Jan. 1, 1990, being the first child to be born in northeast Iowa that year. Ryan died March 18, 2022, in Eagle River, Alaska. Ryan was quite a surprise for his family, being 16 years younger than older brother Erik and 13 years younger than Joel. He was baptized at Bethany Lutheran Church in Elkader and confirmed at Norway Lutheran Church in St. Olaf.

Tue
05
Apr

Barbara L. Garms

Submitted by admin on Tue, 04/05/2022 - 13:53

Barbara L. Garms, 89, of Volga, passed away on March 25, 2022, at Elkader Care Center of natural causes.

 

Tue
29
Mar

Highlighting Inspiring Women: She blooms where she's planted

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/29/2022 - 15:27

Lorna Christeleit

Throughout March, which is Women's History Month, the North Iowa Times-Clayton County Register is again publishing a series of articles highlighting local women. Whether it's through their careers, hobbies, volunteer efforts or unique personalities, these women have become an inspiration to others.

 

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