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Wed
22
Jun

C. J. Adams looks back on 100 years

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/22/2022 - 08:10

Clarence (C.J.) Adams of Dubuque will celebrate his 100th birthday with family and friends on June 25. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Clarence John (C.J.) Adams was born and raised on the family farm located near Turkey River on the Millville-North Buena Vista Road. 

"Turkey River was a town at one time," explained C.J. "They had a post office and everything. When they discontinued the railroad the town shut down."

Wed
22
Jun

Council hears proposal for grant application

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/22/2022 - 08:09

By Shelia Tomkins

At the regular monthly meeting on June 13 the Guttenberg city council heard a presentation on a proposed grant project, listened to resident concerns on various topics and okayed the purchase of a new bucket truck.

Mayor Fred Schaub led council members Mandy Ludovissy, Austin Greve, Jane Parker, Steve Bahls and Michelle Geuder through the evening's agenda. City Manager Denise Schneider was also at the council table. 

Wed
15
Jun

UA Outdoor Musical Instrument project moves forward

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/15/2022 - 08:08

Above is a suggested Outdoor Musical Instrument ensemble for placement across the street from Joe's Pizza located in the 600 block of South River Park Drive. (Photo submited)

By Caroline Rosacker

Umbrella Arts (UA) Outdoor Musical Instrument (OMI) project has been approved by the Guttenberg City Council, Park Board, and OMI Advisory Group. The project is spearheaded by UA members Vicki Rodenberg, Becky Shaffer and Juanita Loven, and Ingleside representative and OMI project chair Jane Staebler.

Wed
15
Jun

Iowa Café for seniors at Sode's Perk Central

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/15/2022 - 08:07

Sode's Perk Central is participating in The Iowa Café, a new innovative partnership between Iowa's Area Agency on Aging and licensed food service establishments. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Iowa Café is a new innovative partnership between Iowa's Area Agencies on Aging and licensed food service establishments like restaurants, food trucks, cafes, convenience stores, and grocery stores with hot and cold food options. Every menu is approved by a dietician to meet one-third of the daily nutrition needs for an older person.

Participant eligibility

Wed
15
Jun

Primary election results for Clayton County

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/15/2022 - 08:06

By Shelia Tomkins

On Tuesday, June 7, registered Democrats and Republicans in Clayton County voted in the primary election to choose their party's nominees for the general election in November. 

Voters in a primary election must register as a Democrat or Republican in order to choose their respective party's candidates. In Clayton County, there were 1,363 Republicans and 660 Democrats who went to the polls, for a total of 2,023 voters.

Wed
08
Jun

Dr. Smith embraces retirement after 39-year medical career

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/08/2022 - 09:37

In the spring of 2020 during the most unknown phase of the Covid-19 pandemic, Dr. Smith separated his clothing and shoes for cleaning and sanitizing in the breezeway of their home. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker 

Dr. Andrew Smith, dedicated physician and staff member of the Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics (GMHC), has recently stepped down from his medical career – spanning 39 years – and switched gears to ready himself for retirement. 

Humble beginnings

Wed
08
Jun

Klaes leads science students to "Environmental Solutions"

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/08/2022 - 09:37

Clayton Ridge Environmental Science students presented their "Environmental Solutions" projects to city leaders on May 24. The projects focused on proposing ideas for solutions to Guttenberg's ponding areas. From left are former Clayton Ridge Superintendent and Past Mayor Russ Loven and presenter Ryleigh Goerdt. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Quality educators understand the value in real-world learning. Jonathan Klaes, Clayton Ridge High School science teacher assigned his Environmental Science students an "Environmental Solutions" project as part of their end of the year final.  "This year, we are focusing on proposing ideas for solutions to some of the issues surrounding the Guttenberg ponding areas," says Klaes. "The students picked topics ranging from soil and water management to ADA compliance to visual aesthetics. The final project included a poster with a proposal for a solution to the issue(s) of their choosing."

Wed
08
Jun

Clayton County hazardous waste collection

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/08/2022 - 09:33

The Clayton County Conservation Board will sponsor a household hazardous waste collection, appliance and electronic recycling on Saturday, June 18, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Osborne Nature Center. 

Appointments are required. Any Clayton County resident wishing to dispose of hazardous waste must call 1-877-982-4288 to set up an appointment.

Wed
01
Jun

River Town Family Dentistry expansion

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/01/2022 - 08:53

River Town Family Dentistry's new building project is slated for completion in December 2022 or January 2023. From left are Dr. Alicia Walke, Staci Wessel, Eva Moore, Rhonda Ungs, Heather Berns and Katie Krall. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

River Town Family Dentistry in Guttenberg has broken ground on a new building project next to its current location on Highway 52. Dr. Alicia Walke DDS purchased the existing dental practice and building in 2021 from Dr. John Barron.

Wed
01
Jun

Library programs begin June 9

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/01/2022 - 08:51

Mountaineer Jen Loeb will present a program on Thursday, June 9, at 7 p.m., in the Guttenberg Municipal Building auditorium. Loeb will walk audience members through her Mt. Everest expedition and show photographs, video footage, and have some of her climbing gear on display. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Guttenberg Public Library and the Guttenberg Library Foundation are gearing up for their upcoming Book/Bake Sale, speaker event and summer reading program.

Book/Bake Sale

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