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Wed
03
Jul

Stars and Stripes fun and fireworks July 5-6

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 07/03/2024 - 10:39

By Shelia Tomkins

Guttenberg invites everyone to celebrate the nation's birthday at its popular annual Stars and Stripes celebration to be held this Friday and Saturday, July 5-6. A fun line-up of family activities has been planned by the Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce. This year's theme is "Blast to the Past."

Wed
26
Jun

Chamber announces Stars and Stripes Grand Marshal

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/26/2024 - 08:58

Grand Marshal Julie Rastetter of Guttenberg will represent all the volunteers who make Guttenberg a great place to live, work and play at this year's Stars and Stripes parade. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

This year's Stars and Stripes Grand Marshal Julie Rastetter of Guttenberg will lead the parade representing all the individuals who volunteer in our community.  

Julie and her husband, Thor, have three children, Logan (Brad) Nelson, Kelsey, and Colten (Taylor), and four grandchildren, Carter, Quinn, Aiden and Lennox. 

Wed
26
Jun

Chamber announces Stars and Stripes Super Senior

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/26/2024 - 08:57

This year's Stars and Stripes Super Senior Katherine Brown was chosen for her volunteer spirit, strong work ethic, and commitment to the Ingleside Triangle Park Project. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Guttenberg Chamber Board has chosen Katherine Brown of Guttenberg as this year's Stars and Stripes Super Senior.  

Katherine was selected for her abundant work transforming Guttenberg's Ingleside Triangle Park located on North River Park Drive. Katherine has been a member of Ingleside Club for over 20 years and is also an active member of Umbrella Arts and a 50-year member of Eastern Star. 

Wed
26
Jun

Stars and Stripes Celebration set for Saturday, July 6

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/26/2024 - 08:56

By Shelia Tomkins

The annual Stars and Stripes celebration — Guttenberg's traditional salute to our nation's birthday — will be held on Saturday, July 6, and will feature food, music, a parade and fireworks.

The celebration kicks off Friday evening, July 5, with music in the park by "Triple Threat" from 6-9 p.m.

Wed
19
Jun

Spielbauer finishes historical fiction trilogy

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/19/2024 - 08:05

Brian Spielbauer

Author Brian Spielbauer was born and raised in Clayton County, and his family roots go back to the 1850s and some of the earliest settlers to the region.  The final installment of his Legacy of Faith series, Generations, is now available.

“It’s been an amazing journey for me, and I have learned so much about my family and the area,” Spielbauer said.  

Wed
19
Jun

Clayton Ridge Business Manager retires

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/19/2024 - 08:05

Logan Taylor of Guttenberg (left) has assumed the duties of longtime Clayton Ridge School District Business Manager Dave Schlueter. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Clayton Ridge School District Business Manager Dave Schlueter of Guttenberg is set to retire after over 25 years of dedicated employment. 

Schlueter began his career with the Guttenberg School District in the fall of 1998. Following the merger election in 2004, Schlueter was named Business Manager for the Clayton Ridge School District. He began working with school board members at the onset of his career and became Board Secretary in 2018.  

Wed
19
Jun

Council hears concerns about fishing at city marina

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/19/2024 - 08:03

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council heard concerns about fishing at the municipal marina, located south of Lock and Dam 10, a topic that the council has mulled off and on for several years.

Discussion on  the topic reopened when resident Jason Hefel presented the council with a petition signed by a group of parents and concerned citizens asking the council to acknowledge their concerns and discuss future policies regarding fishing off the marina docks.

Wed
12
Jun

Local veterans take part in Honor Flight

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/12/2024 - 09:02

From left, are Randy Moose, Jon McElderry and Randy's brother-in-law, Steve Zulfer, at Arlington National Cemetery. (Photo by submitted)

By Lu Kahle

The 51st Honor Flight, organized by Eastern Iowa Honor Flight and sponsored by Collins Aerospace,  flew out of Cedar Rapids Airport on May 28 to Washington, D.C., with 88 veterans and their guardians. 

Due to the hiccups early on in their trip, they missed some of the morning tour, but that did not hamper the excitement of the day. The veterans witnessed some amazing memorials, monuments, Arlington Cemetery and the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Wed
12
Jun

School Nurse retires after 30+ years

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/12/2024 - 09:00

Clayton Ridge School Nurse Renae Kraus enjoyed working with the students and having the opportunity to make a positive impact in promoting and teaching them about good health choices. From left are Riley Parker, Raelynn Oberbroeckling, and Renae Kraus. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

For over 30 years, Clayton Ridge School Nurse Renae Kraus has been helping students stay healthy, be safe, and ready to learn. 

Her career began in Guttenberg as the nurse for kindergarten through grade 12 at the public school, and all grades at St. Mary's parochial in 1993.

Wed
12
Jun

Local gallery features fabric artist

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 06/12/2024 - 08:55

Textile artist Bonnie Cayce uses her travel experiences as inspiration for her art. From left are Bonnie Cayce, Guttenberg Gallery owner Cindy Olsen and Sara Pattison. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Textile artist Bonnie Cayce and her partner, Jim Wilbanks, from Rising Fawn, Ga., recently stopped in Guttenberg to drop off a selection of  Casey's artwork at the Guttenberg Gallery and Creativity Center, located at 214 South River Park Drive in Guttenberg. 

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