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Wed
19
Apr

Rich Tyler: Why Save an Old Barn?


Dr. Richard Tyler will present "Why Save an Old Barn" on Thursday, April 27, at 7 p.m. in the top floor of the Municipal building. The program is made possible through Humanities Iowa and the Guttenberg Library Foundation. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Guttenberg Library Foundation is set to present Dr. Rich Tyler: Why Save an Old Barn on Thursday, April 27, at 7 p.m. in the top floor of the municipal building.

The program is made possible through Humanities Iowa (HI), which is dedicated to bringing the humanities to life in Iowa, with the people of Iowa. They provide grants, build community partnerships, and create programming that reaches over 250,000 Iowans each year. 

Wed
19
Apr

City council hears project updates

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council at its regular monthly meeting on April 10 heard updates on various ongoing projects and listened to concerns from residents.

Mayor Fred Schaub presided at the two-hour meeting with  councilmembers Mandy Ludovissy, Austin Greve, Steve Bahls and Michelle Geuder at the council table along with City Manager Denise Schneider.

Wed
12
Apr

Aspiring young Guttenberg author shares writing journey


Loretta Pierce has enjoyed reading and writing since she was a child. She continues to improve her writing skills and is currently working on her first book. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Clayton Ridge eighth grade student Loretta Pierce of Guttenberg loves to read and write. Her love of reading began as a young child when her parents, Betty and Paul Pierce, spent many hours reading to her. 

Reading and writing

Wed
12
Apr

Community Paramedicine program provides free in-home health visits


A new and innovative free health care service is available in patient homes through Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics. (Stock photo)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics (GMHC) Community Paramedicine program brings much needed health care services to patients in the privacy of their own home. 

Keri Smith, Chief Nursing Officer, explained the innovative program at a Family Resource Center Lunch and Learn session held in the GMHC education room on March 8. 

Wed
05
Apr

Free trees for Guttenberg residents


A limited number of free trees are being offered to Guttenberg residents on a first-come basis thanks to a successful grant application. (Austin Greve photo)

Thanks to a grant from Black Hills Energy and partnership with Trees Forever, Guttenberg will receive $3,000 to purchase trees for local property owners to plant in right-of-ways, providing benefits such as shade cover over sidewalks, businesses and homes, absorbing and slowing stormwater, and reducing air and noise pollution. 

Wed
05
Apr

Foundation book sale scheduled, donation dates announced


The Guttenberg Library Foundation Book Sale is set for June 1-2. The Foundation will receive acceptable donations from April 6 through May 26 at the Guttenberg Public Library. Above, Foundation President Carolyn Clefisch. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

Submitted by Carolyn Clefisch 

The Guttenberg Library Foundation has begun making plans for its 2023 Book and Bake Sale to be held Thursday, June 1, from 1 p.m.- 5 p.m., and Friday, June 2, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

"Planning the sale is a sign of spring to me," says Carolyn Clefisch, Foundation president. "This year, we seriously need to rebuild our inventory."

Wed
05
Apr

Employment and education assistance


A representative from WIOA Title I is available on Thursdays from 10 a.m. - noon at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics Family Resource Center to assist individuals who are experiencing barriers to employment.

By Caroline Rosacker

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I is a grant program that assists individuals who are experiencing barriers to employment. WIOA Title I works in collaboration with IowaWorks, Goodwill Industries of Northeast Iowa, and   AmericanJobCenter network. 

Local help

Wed
29
Mar

Carla Mae L. Ferguson

Carla Mae L. Ferguson was called to Heaven, to be with the Lord, March 21, 2023 on her 80th birthday, after years of living with, and battling, several life-debilitating medical conditions.

Visitation was held Sunday, March 26, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg and before services at the church.

Funeral services were Monday, March 27, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Guttenberg, conducted by Pastor Michael Ashman. Burial was in Guttenberg City Cemetery.

Wed
29
Mar

Clayton County road crew at career day


The Clayton County Secondary Roads Department participated in the Clayton Ridge High School Career Day on March 15. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Have you ever considered a career with the Clayton County Secondary Roads Department?

County Engineer Casey Stickfort is proactively encouraging Clayton Ridge High School students to contemplate a career with the Secondary Roads Department. The Secondary Roads Department and other local employers participated in a career day held at Clayton Ridge on March 15.  

Wed
29
Mar

Art Expression contest "Umbrella Explosion"

By Caroline Rosacker

Umbrella Arts (UA) has chosen "Umbrella Explosion" as their theme for the 2023 UA Art Expression contest. 

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