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Wed
31
Aug

Supervisors hold second hearing on Pattison rezoning request

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/31/2016 - 13:07

By Pat McTaggart

Freelance Journalist

More than 30 people attended an Aug. 22 public hearing to discuss a request from the Pattison Sand Company to rezone about 754 acres of land around its mining operation from A1 (agricultural) to M2 (heavy industrial) to mine underground.  

Wed
31
Aug

Growth of Guttenberg Industries

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/31/2016 - 13:06

A new quality measuring unit replaced a 20-year-old manual measurer. The new unit is especially useful for parts in the automotive and medical industries, which have a low tolerance for error. (Photo submitted)

By Molly Moser

The last several years have been very eventful for family-owned Guttenberg Industries, Inc. After celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2014 and relocating its corporate offices in 2015, Guttenberg Industries is preparing for expansion in 2016. Construction will begin to enlarge the manufacturing plant in Garnavillo this fall.

Wed
31
Aug

IVRS trains students to succeed in the workforce

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/31/2016 - 13:05

From left are Brandi Reisdorf, IVRS Rehabilitation Associate, and Lisa Bergfeld, IVRS Vocational Counselor. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

An organization known as Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) has been working with Clayton Ridge staff and students to help prepare all youth, especially those with disabilities, for success after high school. IVRS focuses on job exploration counseling, work-based learning experiences, counseling on opportunities, workplace readiness training and self-advocacy instruction. 

Wed
31
Aug

Turkey River flooding hits county

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/31/2016 - 13:04

Sandbagging efforts were underway on Thursday evening as the Elkport-Garber area prepared for the Turkey River crest. Above, volunteers worked in the Farmer's Savings Bank parking lot in Elkport. The river crested at Garber Friday evening at approximately 6.6 feet above flood stage. (Press photo by Melissa Spielbauer Combs)

By Shelia Tomkins

Clayton County residents fought a rapidly rising Turkey River this past week, following torrential rains in the river's watershed to the north on Tuesday, Aug. 23.

Wed
24
Aug

Jaeger family celebrates ties at annual reunions

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/24/2016 - 11:59

Christmas in July means winter coats, hats, scarves and a sleigh. All that was missing was the snow when the Jaeger family gathered last month for their annual reunion. (Photo submitted)

The house on Bluff Street where Albert and Lucille Jaeger lived. (Photo submitted)

By Shelia Tomkins 

"The family that plays together stays together" could be the motto of the Jaeger family, whose members gather each summer for a reunion weekend featuring plenty of fun, food and fellowship.

Each summer the many descendants of  the late Albert and Lucille Jaeger of Guttenberg come together to renew acquaintances and to enjoy a themed celebration.

Wed
24
Aug

Suicide prevention presentation series planned for Sept. 9

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/24/2016 - 11:58

Depression does not have to be a lonely journey. Suicide rates have been shown to decrease in communities where the suicide prevention presentations have been given. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

A series of free suicide prevention presentations will be hosted by Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health on Friday, Sept. 9, to help community members act to reduce the number of suicides. 

Mayor Russ Loven invited a counselor from Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health to present at a Guttenberg Rotary Club meeting earlier this year. “It was well received and we thought this information was important enough to share with the broader public,” said Loven’s wife, Juanita.

Wed
24
Aug

Clayton County Supervisors hold public hearing on Pattison zoning

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/24/2016 - 11:57

By Pat McTaggart

Freelance Journalist

More than 50 people attended an Aug. 15 public hearing to discuss a request from the Pattison Sand Company to rezone some land around its mining operation from A1 (agricultural) to M2 (heavy industrial) to mine underground. Planning and Zoning Commissioner Janet Ott told the group that the P&Z has recommended that the land be rezoned.  She also said that the commission had included several restrictions and suggestions for the rezoning.

Wed
24
Aug

Guttenberg Soccer League marks 30 years of play

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/24/2016 - 11:57

Over 50 youth joined the first soccer season in Guttenberg 30 years ago. Participants in that first season are wearing white, from left, Erika Steger, Travis Witham, Tueka Strong and Ryan Mick. (Photo from Press archives)

By Molly Moser

The sports page in the July 9, 1986, issue of The Guttenberg Press featured stories of youth and adult softball, golf, and baseball leagues, a swim team, and even a dance party at the Guttenberg Swimming Pool with DJ Scott Fischer. Brand new on the page, though, was an advertisement for registration in Guttenberg’s first soccer league for youth ages six through 13. 

Wed
17
Aug

Best of Guttenberg contest winners

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/17/2016 - 09:24

The Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce held its third annual Best of Guttenberg contest in conjunction with Celebrate the River Aug. 12-13. Community members and visitors voted for their favorites in a variety of categories. Winners are:  

Best Pie: Clayton Ridge Farm Meat Market & Picket Fence Cafe

Best Pizza: Joe's Pizza

Best Fish: Sodes Green Acre Country Market & Cafe

Wed
17
Aug

School board holds August meeting

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/17/2016 - 09:23

The Clayton Ridge School Board of Directors met in regular session on Thursday, Aug. 11. Members in attendance were John Heying, Christine Aulwes, Michael Finnegan, Alicia Helle, Ellen Johnson, Jason Reimer and Kathy Ihde. 

Superintendent Wahls reported on the receipt of a HAWC Grant of $8,700 to be used for the Eagles Club. Principal Peterson reported on a donation of play clocks from the Gridiron club and letters sent to parents making them aware of changes and upcoming events in the new school year. 

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