Front from left, Garnavillo EMS members are Bob Bodish, Anita Grunder, Mariah Werger and Rosemary Ohrt; back row, David Bacon, Kris Lau, Carrie Franzen, Joan Brandel and Cindy Mueller. (Press photo by Misty Troester)

Kerry Timmons was the recipient of scholarships from the United Methodist Church. She is pictured with her parents, Gary and Carol. (Press photo by Charlene Barnhart)

UMC scholarships to Kerry Timmons

By Charlene Barnhart

During the Sunday morning worship service at the Colesburg United Methodist Church, Kerry Timmons, a senior who will graduate on May 18 from Ed-Co High School, was awarded the scholarships given by the church.

Rich Sampson, President of Trustees, awarded the scholarships to Kerry. Pastor Missy Brown gave her the certificates, and Carla Von Talge, president of the UMW, presented her with a gift from the United Methodist Women.

Kerry is the daughter of Gary and Carol Timmons of Colesburg.

Garnavillo celebrates National EMS Week

By Misty Troester

The Garnavillo EMS would like to celebrate the National EMS week with the announcement of three new members - Anita Grunder, Mariah Werger and Bob Bodish.

The group also expressed appreciation to the Garnavillo community for their generous donations and continued support for the local EMT's and their service throughout the years. The purchase of the newer replacement rescue vehicle in a shorter time period was also successful.

Clayton Ridge riders "make a difference" for St. Jude's

By Sharon Keehner

A "making a difference" event to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital was held on Thursday, May 8, in Garnavillo. Janice Berns was the volunteer coordinator for this event. There were 35 riders.

As always, many moms were on the corners of the route to ensure the children's safety. The children got donations from family and friends and so far have raised over $1000 for the St. Jude's hospital for the fight against childhood cancer and other catastrophic diseases.

Local businesses donated money to buy prizes for the children. The one who raises the most money and has the most laps will win the big prizes. All the children will receive a certificate for riding, and if they raised $35 they will get a St. Jude's t-shirt. Those raising $75 or more will receive a St. Jude's duffle bag. For further information on St. Jude's hospital, visit the website at www.stjude.org

These young people took part in the bike-a-thon on May 8 in Garnavillo to raise funds for St. Jude's Children's Hospital. (Press photo by Sharon Keehner)