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Wed
17
Jan

Jamie Blume named new city manager

By Shelia Tomkins

Jamie Blume is Guttenberg's new city manager, following action taken by the city council at its monthly meeting on Jan. 8.

Blume has served as Assistant City Manager since 2016, and has been a city employee since 2008. She will fill the vacancy created when the council approved a resignation agreement with former City Manager Denise Schneider effective Oct. 27. (See story in Nov. 22 issue).

Wed
10
Jan

Volunteers make Christmas Just 4 Kids a success


The Monona Junior Feeders 4-H group gives Hershey bars decorated like a reindeer wearing a pair of warm winter gloves as antlers to each child attending Christmas Just 4 Kids. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Shepherd of the Hills Ministry in St. Olaf recently held its annual Christmas Just 4 Kids Project on Dec. 13-14. The event is a combined effort of many, including Toys for Tots – Dubuque, numerous area churches, businesses and individuals, Clayton County agencies and workers, along with many generous donors near and far.

Wed
10
Jan

Avian Connections at public library Jan. 17


Avian Connections Katie Isben and her education ambassadors will present two programs at the Guttenberg Public Library on Jan. 17. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Avian Connections of Prairie du Chien, Wis., is set to present two raptor programs at the Guttenberg Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. in the main library. "We are offering two time slots for this popular program, so everyone gets a chance to attend," said librarian Katey Simon. 

Founder Katie Isben

Wed
03
Jan

Osborne programming and giving opportunities


Above, Matt Schaffer enjoys an evening bike ride on the Pony Hollow Trail. The trail attracts visitors and new residents to the area while serving as a financial catalyst for Elkader and Clayton County. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Clayton County Conservation Board is pleased to announce its winter lineup of upcoming events and programs. 

Voyageurs Highway 1971, Thursday, Jan. 18, at 11 a.m. at the Osborne Nature Center. Join Larry and Margaret Stone as they share their story of their canoe trip along the Voyageurs Highway in 1971, with Larry's beautiful photography and their memorable stories. 

Wed
03
Jan

GMHC employees gift $18,480 to Community Resource Center


Members of Team GMHC show their commitment to the community in Guttenberg's Stars & Stripes parade. From left are retired GMHC employee Rachel Fritz, Patricia Hoffmann, and Beth Mescher. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The following is the final installment of a six-part series devoted to the Community Resource Center Campaign. This week features the generosity of the Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinic's employees. 

For the second time, employees of the Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics (GMHC) have generously set aside a portion of their earnings toward charitable projects that enhance the communities they serve. 

Wed
27
Dec

Family Resource Center volunteers are a priceless resource


Featured volunteer Gloria Britten (second from left) is pictured with her grandchildren, from left, Hannah, Jaxson, Drew and in front, Jayden. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The following is the fifth installment of a six-part series devoted to the Community Resource Center Campaign. This week is dedicated to the volunteers. 

It takes an army of dedicated volunteers to keep the Family Resource Center's services available to community members in need of assistance. 

Wed
27
Dec

New state law could affect City budget


Property taxes are the primary income source for the city's general fund. This pie chart shows the average for all cities in Iowa. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Assistant City Manager Jamie Blume was the guest speaker at the Nov. 30 Guttenberg Rotary Club meeting held at the Stadium Bar & Grill in Guttenberg. 

She addressed the members and explained the upcoming budget cuts that the city could be experiencing due to significant changes to Iowa’s property tax system enacted with the signing of House File 718 into law. 

Wed
20
Dec

Friedmann merges with Schuster & Mick Law Offices


Attorney Hillary Friedmann will join Mike Schuster in his law firm, taking the place of Gary Mick who is retiring after 48 years with Schuster & Mick Law Offices. Front from left are Jenny DeCook, Nika Tipsword; back row, Gary Mick, Hillary Friedmann, Mike Schuster and Liz Jaster. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Law Offices of Schuster & Mick are pleased to announce the addition of attorney Hillary Friedmann of Guttenberg. 

Attorney Gary Mick is retiring. Upon Mick’s retirement, Friedmann and Mike Schuster will continue to practice law at 318 South River Park Drive under the firm name Schuster, Mick & Friedmann.

Wed
20
Dec

Answers to frequently asked questions about Community Resource Center project

By Caroline Rosacker

The following is the fourth installment of a six-part series devoted to the Community Resource Center Campaign addressing frequently asked questions. 

Wed
20
Dec

City council okays union contract, moves forward on SOO Green franchise

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council at its monthly meeting on Dec. 11 approved a two-year contract with union employees, moved forward on a franchise agreement with SOO Green, and purchased software that will allow residents to receive notifications on their cell phones. 

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