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Being Mortal is book discussion topic set for April 26

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/09/2016 - 08:55

Dr. Andrew Smith will be a member of the panel discussion on April 26 on the book Being Mortal by Dr. Atul Gwande. Books are now available at the Guttenberg Public Library and from other sources. (Photo submitted)

A timely book discussion and panel discussion is happening in Guttenberg. Dr. Atul Gawande’s book, Being Mortal: Illness, Medicine and What Happens in the End, is available to the public for reading in preparation for a panel discussion of the book on Tuesday, April 26, at Eagle Ridge Independent and Assisted Living in Guttenberg, at a time to be announced at a later date.

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Railroad to close crossings at Pryam and Herder Streets

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/09/2016 - 08:52

Canadian Pacific Railroad plans to close Guttenberg crossings at Herder and Pryam Streets in exchange for 2016 maintenance on the Schiller Street crossing. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

Guttenberg city officials announced last week that two railroad crossings are scheduled for closure in 2016. Pryam Street, on the north side of the city near a lot owned by Kann Manufacturing, and Herder Street, which runs between St. Mary School and Kuempel True Value, will no longer be through streets from River Park Drive to Highway 52.

“The crossings for closure are chosen from a list that Canadian Pacific Railroad would like to close,” said City Manager Mary Willett.

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Landowners comment on proposed mining rezoning

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/09/2016 - 08:52

The committee for mining impact research heard from landowners at their recent meeting in Elkader. The next meeting is scheduled for March 17. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

The third meeting of the group studying the impact of mine expansion in Clayton County was held Thursday, March 3, at the Clayton County Office Building in Elkader. Committee members Susi Nehls, Anne Osmondson, Tom Blake, Roy Blair, Jack Knight and Mike Finnegan were in attendance and participated in discussions with the four landowners petitioning for zoning changes to allow mining on their properties.

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Yale Drama Award named for Guttenberg native...Christmas gift unlocks a door to the past

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/02/2016 - 10:31

Charles Finch holds a framed document and photo of his late sister, Carol, that tells about the Yale School of Drama award named in her honor. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins)

Carol Finch Dye 1930-1962

By Shelia Tomkins

Charles Finch of Guttenberg received a gift this past Christmas that honored the acting talent of his late sister and brought her career into sharper focus for the Finch family.

A framed montage containing a photo of Carol Finch Dye and the history of a prestigious award named in her honor was presented to Charles by his son and daughter-in-law, John and Lisa Finch of Guttenberg. The keepsake tells the story of the Carol Finch Dye Award, presented for 30 years by the Yale School of Drama.

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Proposed city budget calls for drop in property tax levy rate

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/02/2016 - 10:27

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 7, on a budget for the coming fiscal year that calls for a small decrease in the city's tax levy rate. The budget anticipates approximate expenditures of $6.33 million and revenues of $6.32 million.

The proposed budget covers the fiscal year from July 1, 2016, to June 30, 2017. If approved, the proposed rate per $1000 valuation on regular property would be $14.97794. This compares to the current year's rate of $15.11220.

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Energy builds in Clayton County

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/02/2016 - 10:27

Nearly 100 people gathered for a Go Solar workshop for information on solar energy hosted by the Clayton County Energy District, a newly-formed group working in partnership with the Winneshiek Energy District. (Photo submitted)

By Molly Moser

A free solar energy workshop hosted by the newly formed Clayton County Energy District was held Thursday, Feb. 25, at Keystone AEA in Elkader. Nearly 100 interested people signed up in advance to learn the very latest technical and financial facts about the costs and benefits of solar energy.

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Guttenberg Pharmacy addresses rumored concerns

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/02/2016 - 10:26

Dan and Joan Shannon, owners of the Guttenberg Pharmacy, planned another informational meeting at 6 p.m. at the Guttenberg Public Library on Tuesday, March 1. Utilizing your local pharmacy means the pharmacist who knows your history personally is at your disposal for answering questions, making sure medicines are appropriate for you, and solving problems should they arise. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

A curious crowd gathered at the Guttenberg Public Library on Tuesday evening, Feb. 22, overfilling the nearly 30 seats in the meeting room. “What we can do tonight, I hope, is educate you and let you know what’s actually happening – not just in Guttenberg, but in the whole country,” said Joan Shannon of the Guttenberg Pharmacy.

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Mine reserve study group to meet

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/24/2016 - 09:20

The mine reserve study group for Clayton County will meet Thursday, March 3, and Thursday, March 17, at 5:30 in the Clayton County Office Building, 600 Gunder Road NE, Elkader. Members of the public are welcome to attend and listen, but may not be allowed to comment.

The group was formed in response to a request from Pattison Sand to rezone over 700 acres of land along Great River Road from agricultural to commercial for underground mining, and seeks to answer a variety of questions and concerns raised by the request.

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Golden Oldies worship service at St. John's Lutheran Feb. 23

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/24/2016 - 09:20

The public is invited to attend a "Golden Oldies" worship service at St. John's Lutheran Church in Guttenberg on Sunday, Feb. 28, starting at 10:15 a.m. The event is sponsored by St. John's and St. Paul Lutheran Churches.

The service will feature praises sung to popular music of the 1950s and 1960s. "Everyone is welcome," invite organizers.

Soup and sandwiches

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Tuition-free virtual school enrollment through March 1

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/24/2016 - 09:19

Former Superintendent Allan Nelson was the driving force behind establishing the Iowa Virtual Academy, which opened for the 2012-2013 school year. At launch, the school initially served grades K-6, but expanded to include grades 7-12 for its second year. "We had our first graduating class in 2014, after we began offering the high school grades," said head of school Steve Hoff. Above, IAVA students enjoy a field trip. (Photo submitted)

By Molly Moser

The head of Iowa’s statewide online public school system, the Iowa Virtual Academy (or IAVA), makes his office right here at Clayton Ridge Schools. The Virtual Academy enrolled 305 students for the 2015-2016 school year, and Head of School Steve Hoff reminds parents that enrollment is now open for the 2016-17 year.

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