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Wed
12
Oct

Lakeside hosting "Band Together for Good"


Dr. Mollie Marti (above) of Worldmaker, will join Rachelle Howe of Mental Health Today, and Kyle Selberg of Lakeside to raise funds to support youth mental health and resilience programming in Allamakee County at Lakeside Ballroom in Guttenberg on Saturday, Oct. 22. (Photo submitted)

Submitted by Kyle Selberg

Three natives of northeast Iowa are joining forces to host the "Band Together for Good" fund-raiser on Saturday, Oct. 22, at Lakeside Ballroom and Sports Bar in Guttenberg. Kyle Selberg of Lakeside, Dr. Mollie Marti of Worldmaker, and Rachelle Howe of Mental Health Today are raising funds to support youth mental health and resilience programming in Allamakee County. The three natives of Waukon share a passion for supporting youth and families in their hometown.

Wed
12
Oct

GMHC updates masking guidelines

The Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics is updating its masking guidelines. 

"Based on decreased levels of COVID-19 transmission in our communities, GMHC will no longer require patients, guests or visitors to wear a mask while in our facilities, with the following exceptions," said a spokesperson.

•Masks are required within 10 days of a positive COVID-19 test or related exposure.

Wed
05
Oct

C.R. elementary adds therapy dog to staff


Clayton Ridge therapy dog "River" enjoys connecting with students and creating smiles while helping them develop a positive attitude toward learning. From left are, Trapper Knapp, Mallory Greve, Garrett Opperman, and Patricia Rodenberg; center, enjoying all the attention, is "River." (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Clayton Ridge School District is pleased to announce their newest staff member, a licensed therapy dog named "River."

Wed
05
Oct

UA to present a Musical Tribute Oct. 15


Umbrella Arts will present "A Musical Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John" on Oct. 15 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Lakeside Ballroom in Guttenberg. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Umbrella Arts, a collaborative, cooperative, supportive arts organization comprised of volunteer members in Guttenberg, are set to present a Musical Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John featuring Walt Wise, of Wise Productions on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., at Lakeside Ballroom in Guttenberg. 

Wed
05
Oct

SHIIP volunteers ready for Medicare Open Enrollment

Submitted by 

Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics

It’s that time of year again —  Medicare Open Enrollment —  the only time that those eligible for Medicare have the opportunity to review and adjust their plans. 

Wed
28
Sep

Bow fishing becomes fast-growing sport


Brothers Nathan (left) and Tracy Elsinger hold a 52 pound, 42 inch grass carp caught with a bow and arrow on the Mississippi River. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

According to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IA-DNR), bow fishing has become a fast-growing sport that has potential environmental benefits. 

Bowfishing brothers

Wed
28
Sep

$10,000 prize winning hole-in-one


Bill Leonhart of Guttenberg shot a hole-in-one on number 8, winning a $10,000 prize at the Guttenberg Golf Course and Country Club during a SART fund-raising event. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Each year, Clayton County SART (Sexual Assault Response Team) holds their annual fund-raising golf tournament at the Guttenberg Golf and Country Club. Prior to the start of the tournament, organizers register a hole for the Hole-in-One $10,000 prize giveaway. The opportunity to win the cash prize is a long shot (no pun intended), but this year former Clayton Ridge industrial arts teacher Bill Leonhart was lucky enough to win the highly coveted prize money. 

Wed
28
Sep

Meeting set for Oct. 11 on historic design guidelines

The Guttenberg Historic Preservation Commission is excited to announce that they received a Certified Local Government grant from the State Historic Preservation Office and National Park Service to develop Design Guidelines for the Front Street Historic District.  

A public meeting will be held about the project on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Guttenberg Municipal Building (third floor auditorium).  Any interested local resident is invited to attend.

Wed
21
Sep

Family farm honored at Iowa State Fair


On Aug. 18 the Friedlein family was recognized at the Iowa State Fair as Century and Heritage Farm owners. From left are Jeff, Kari, and Larry Friedlein; Brandon and Margo Friedlein; and Nick and Taylor Chase and their three children, Levi, Maisyn and Sylvia. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

On Aug. 18 four generations of the Friedlein family of rural Guttenberg were honored at the Iowa State Fair as Century and Heritage Farm owners. To qualify for the prestigious award 40-acres of land must be owned by a family for at least 150 years. 

Wed
21
Sep

Sweers inducted into Hall of Fame


Bob Sweers, number 32 with the Britt Eagles, scored 28 points and had two 2-point conversions during the State Championship game against Mount Vernon played at Kennick Stadium, University of Iowa. The Eagles beat the Mustangs 34 - 13. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

On Aug. 26 former Clayton Ridge middle school teacher and coach Bob Sweers of Guttenberg was inducted into the inaugural Athletes Hall of Fame in his hometown of Britt during halftime of the season opener football game. 

"They introduced us at halftime and a reception followed at the country club," Sweers commented. "I was humbled and honored."

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