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Wed
09
Oct

County youth to celebrate National 4-H Week Oct. 6-14

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 13:40

Clayton 4-H will observe National 4-H Week this year by showcasing the experiences that 4-H offers and highlighting the remarkable 4-H young people who work to positively impact those around them. 

The 2024 National 4-H Week theme is Beyond Ready, which celebrates the program’s dedication to building a generation equipped for the future while being met where they are today. This year, 4-H is focused on helping youth be ready to lead, ready to serve, ready to build, and ready to conquer.

Wed
02
Oct

Gary R. Goyette

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/02/2024 - 11:49

Gary Robert Goyette, 79, passed away on Sept. 21, 2024, at Christus St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe, N.M., during a short hospital stay following a heart attack.

Born in Wausau, Wis., on Aug. 5, 1945, he sported the nickname Flash in childhood but during High School in Mayville, Wis. acquired the nickname Gutsy which stuck for life.

Wed
02
Oct

Ricky D. Gentz

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/02/2024 - 11:48

Ricky D. Gentz, 70, of Garnavillo, passed away Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at his home in Garnavillo, surrounded by his many friends.

Visitation was Friday, Sept. 27, at Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo.

Inurnment will be held at a later date in Mederville Cemetery, Elkader. 

Wed
02
Oct

Janis K. Willhite

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/02/2024 - 11:47

Janis K. Willhite, 84, of Osterdock, passed away Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital and Clinics.

Funeral services were Friday, Sept. 27, at United Methodist Church in Guttenberg, conducted by Rev. Neil Hofer. Visitation was before services at the church.

Inurnment will be held at a later date. 

Wed
02
Oct

Former Clayton Ridge student hired at Big Spring Hatchery

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/02/2024 - 11:43

Matthew Klaes has accepted a full time position as a Natural Resource Technician at Big Spring Hatchery near Elkader. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker 

Former Clayton Ridge student Matthew Klaes knew from a young age that he wanted to pursue a career in natural resources. He has recently accepted a full time position as a Natural Resource Technician at Big Spring Hatchery, near Elkader. 

"It started when I was younger and did a lot of hunting and fishing," he told The Press. "I knew right away I wanted to work outdoors."  

Tue
01
Oct

Retired teachers reflect on 50 years of friendship and memories

Submitted by agreve on Tue, 10/01/2024 - 11:46

Eight retired teachers gathered to celebrate their 50-year anniversary as friends living in Guttenberg. Dressed in the clothing style they would have worn at the beginning of their teaching careers, from left, are, Angie and George Killian, Barry and Wendy Shea, Bill and Sue Leonhart, Sue and Ed Dvorak, and Jill and Mike Sasse; not present are Linda and Howard Hubbell. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker 

1974 -2024 

They arrived as 

strangers.

Collaborated 

Wed
25
Sep

New living space features Mississippi River charm

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 11:01

Karilyn McArthur and Matt Esser are pleased with their newly-remodeled living space overlooking the Mississippi River. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker 

This year the Guttenberg Press will feature the newly-remodeled apartment of Matt Esser and Karilyn McArthur in our annual nod to home improvement. 

Esser's parents purchased the building at 502 South River Park Drive in 1947. His mother updated the interior of the upstairs living space before the family moved in. 

Wed
25
Sep

Absentee ballot request forms now available

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 11:00

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is urging Iowans to make a plan to vote this November, which includes checking your voter registration status, finding your polling place, and requesting an absentee ballot.

Aug. 27 was the first day Iowans could begin requesting absentee ballots for the 2024 general election. 

County auditors will begin mailing absentee ballots to those that requested them on Oct. 16. 

Wed
25
Sep

Council ends shared CV/Chamber agreement

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 09/25/2024 - 10:59

By Shelia Tomkins

At a special meeting on Sept. 16, the Guttenberg city council, in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce board, voted to terminate a shared employee agreement. The action followed a recommendation from the city personnel committee that the council discussed at length at its monthly meeting on Sept. 9 (see last week's issue).

Tue
24
Sep

Sandra L. Rausch

Submitted by agreve on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 11:02

Sandra L. Rausch “Sandy,” 80, of Luxemburg was born to Eternal Life on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, surrounded by her family. 

Funeral services were Friday, Sept. 20, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Guttenberg, conducted by Rev. Paul Kwaku Ameyaw. Visitation was before services at the church.

Inurnment was at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

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