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Apr

Clayton County Womenade hears quarterly update

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 08:59

Ten members of Clayton County Womenade heard a quarterly update when they met for a noon lunch in March at Kaffee 1858 in Guttenberg.

Womenade is a grassroots organization that gives monetary assistance to help others facing hardships. Referrals are made through established county agencies, family resources, schools and churches.

Members reviewed a spread sheet with an anonymous listing of donations, expenditures and reasons for need.

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Apr

Supervisors okay Pattison lease

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 08:58

By Pat McTaggart

Freelance Journalist

The Clayton County Board of Supervisors met Monday, March 27, and approved a lease agreement between the county and Pattison Sand for an underground sand mine on the county’s Great River Road right-of-way. Although 14 people attended the public hearing before the approval, there were no objections.

Wed

Apr

Build relationships, overcome fear, persist

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 08:58

Jake Harwick, whose goal is to become a professional fisherman, won a dance competition during Contartesi’s presentation and was given a copy of his best-selling book, In Spite of the Odds. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

His parents divorced when he was in the fifth grade, and he failed school that year. He was dyslexic and had attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity. Things didn’t look good for young Richie Contartesi – until he wrote down the academic requirements for college football players. With a tangible goal, things started to happen a little differently for the young man.

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Apr

Pollinators are the bees knees

Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 08:57

Dr. Janette Simon shared her passion for pollinators at a recent Guttenberg Rotary Club meeting. Others interested in pollinator preservation may attend the free May 13 Music and Monarchs Festival in Elkader. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

“We’re concerned about our monarchs, our honeybees, and the collapse of colonies – with good reason. One in every three bites of food we eat is because of a pollinator,” said Dr. Janette Simon during a presentation she gave at a recent Guttenberg Rotary Club meeting.

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Mar

Books sought for Library Foundation benefit sale

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 09:17

The Guttenberg Library Foundation is seeking books for its annual sale to be held in May.

Donations will be accepted from April 10 - May 1. Small donations (one or two bags) may be dropped off during regular hours at the Guttenberg Public Library. For larger donations, call Stephanie at 563-880-8332 or Tim at 563-229-1022 to make an appointment for delivery.

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Mar

Clayton County Dairy Banquet April 7

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 09:16

The Clayton County Dairy Banquet will be held on Friday, April 7, at Johnson’s Reception Hall in Elkader.

The banquet program includes the presentation of various awards including the county’s Distinguished Dairy Producer, Outstanding Young Dairy Producer, and Senior Dairy Producer awards. Blue ribbon rosettes and plaques will be awarded to producers for a variety of herd and individual cow production levels. The Clayton County Dairy Princess, Little Miss Squirt and Junior Dairyman will be crowned. The meal begins at 7 p.m. with the program scheduled for 8 p.m.

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Mar

Local favorite Backwater to join April 8 show at Lakeside

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 09:15

Backwater will be joined by bass player Chris Sauke for their April 8 performance. Clockwise from left are Sauke, Scott Fischer, Steve Dikkers, Ed Dvorak and Bruce Bryant. (Photo submitted)

By Molly Moser

In a 2008 letter to The Guttenberg Press, Parkersburg residents Dave, Sharleen and John Hubbard wrote, “As we live in Parkersburg, we lost our home and vehicles during the May 25 tornado. The band Backwater played at our son’s wedding May 31 and gave us a monetary gift that the Guttenberg people had collected for the tornado victims. We appreciate all the people of Guttenberg for their kindness and generosity.”

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Mar

Art by the River Fine Art Festival scheduled June 3

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 09:14

Umbrella Arts was the first sponsor of Art by the River. Group leader Juanita Loven presented Guttenberg Gallery and Creativity Center Manager Molly Moser with a check for the event. (Photo submitted)

By Molly Moser

Guttenberg Gallery & Creativity Center has announced its first annual Art by the River Fine Art Festival & Workshop, set for Saturday, June 3, at Ingleside Park in Guttenberg. The free event will showcase the work of area artists and will offer workshops, live music and food all day long.

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Mar

Sheila M. Noordhoek

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 09:12

Sheila Marie Noordhoek, 48, of Prairie du Chien, Wis., died Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at her home in Prairie du Chien.

Visitation was Friday, March 24, at Leonard Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Monona, and one hour before services at the church on Saturday.

Funeral services were Saturday, March 25, at St. John Lutheran Church, Farmersburg, conducted by Rev. Harold McMillin.

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Mar

Neil Walke

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/22/2017 - 12:36

Neil Walke, 66, of Guttenberg passed away Thursday, March 9, 2017.

Per Neil's wishes there will be no services held.

Neil was born Feb. 11, 1951, to Harvey and Veronica (Frommelt) Walke in Guttenberg.

Neil was a truck driver for over 40 years for Trademark Homes and Kann Manufacturing. He also owned a service station for many years.

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