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Wed
07
Feb

Getting to know local government Cable commission manages local Channel 6

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/07/2018 - 10:50

City of Guttenberg staff Debbie Eulberg manages Channel 6 content with equipment in the mayor's office. Station decisions are advised by the cable commission. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

Editor’s note: In the coming weeks, The Press will feature a series of stories highlighting city boards and committees to educate readers about the workings of local government. This week’s article focuses on the Guttenberg cable commission.

Wed
07
Feb

G&G/Imagine the Possibilities enhances services

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/07/2018 - 10:49

Lorrie Meier, Chief Financial Officer

Patrick Greener, Executive Director

By Molly Moser

Late last year, G&G Living in Guttenberg officially became part of Imagine the Possibilities, a nonprofit based in Maquoketa. G&G Executive Director Lorrie Meier transitioned to the position of chief financial officer, and Patrick Greener of Imagine the Possibilities has assumed the responsibilities of executive director. 

Wed
31
Jan

Enjoy ice carving, raptors, hot soup at Eagle Watch

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 12:16

Ice carver Matt Meadows will return to entertain eagle watchers with his skills on Saturday, Feb. 10. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins)

By Molly Moser

Get a glimpse of America's national bird at the Marina Visitor Center in Guttenberg on Saturday, Feb. 10, when Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual Eagle Watch and Cabin Fever Day. Live raptors, hot soup, and cool ice sculpting are among the entertainment planned. Events begin at 10:30 a.m. 

Wed
31
Jan

Getting to know local government Development is focus of GEIDC

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 12:15

GEIDC members present for a January meeting include, from left, Denise Schneider, Dave Schlueter, Austin Coon, Howard Hubbell and Tom Augustyn. Not pictured are Jim Johnston and Cheryl Meyer. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

Editor’s note: In the coming weeks, The Press will feature a series of stories highlighting city boards and committees to educate readers about the workings of local government. This week’s article focuses on GEIDC.

Wed
31
Jan

GMHC partners with Medical Assoc. for obstetric care and deliveries

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 12:14

Leaders at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital and Clinics (GMHC) have announced that changes will be made to the hospital’s obstetric (OB) services, effective March 1. As a part of this, the hospital will be collaborating with Medical Associates in Dubuque to roll out a new model of obstetric care. 

“It is our responsibility to continuously improve the quality of health care we provide to our patients. The new partnership, developed by our physicians and nurses with Medical Associates, exemplifies that commitment,” stated Karen Merrick, chair of the GMHC Board of Directors. 

Wed
31
Jan

Lloyd Meier

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 11:56

Lloyd Meier, 92, of Clermont died at his home on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018.

Visitation was Monday, Jan. 29, at Schutte-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Clermont and before services at the church on Tuesday.

Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 30, at St. Peter Catholic Church, Clermont, conducted by Fr. Don Komboh.

Wed
31
Jan

Glenda M. Reinert

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 11:55

Glenda M. Reinert, 75, of Sherrill, passed away Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, at Stonehill Care Center. 

Visitation was Wednesday, Jan. 24, at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Sherrill and before services also at the church on Thursday.

Funeral services were Thursday, Jan. 25, at the church, conducted by Rev. Noah Diehm.

Wed
31
Jan

Vivian M. Hickey

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 11:55

Vivian M. Hickey, 91 of Cedar Rapids, died Jan. 7, 2018, at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring. Teahen Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids is assisting the family.

Wed
24
Jan

Dennis E. Randall

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/24/2018 - 09:05

Dennis Eugene Randall, 76, of Cedar Rapids, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018, at his home.

Services will be private.

Dennis was born on Oct. 17, 1941, to Gilman “Honey” Randall and June (Brady) Randall in Guttenberg. He attended St. Mary's Catholic School, and later served in the U.S. Navy. He married Rebecca Kulper in 1963, and was blessed with three children. On Jan. 15, 2008, he remarried to Sarah Crabtree.

Wed
24
Jan

Antique autograph book returns to Guttenberg

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/24/2018 - 09:03

From left, Austin Greve of Guttenberg bought a Victorian-era autograph book on eBay, which turned out to contain signatures of ancestors of Guttenberg mayor Bill Frommelt. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins)

By Shelia Tomkins 

An antique autograph book from the 1880s featuring Guttenberg names has found its way back to the community, thanks to an eBay posting.

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