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"Hidden in Plain Sight" exhibit coming to Guttenberg Feb. 15

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 09:11

“Hidden in Plain Sight” is a unique, interactive exhibit which will to open to the public from 3 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 15, at Clayton Ridge High School in Guttenberg during parent/teacher conferences.

The event is hosted by the 5C Coalition (Clayton County Community Collaboration Council) and will bring adults into a mock teenager bedroom. The adults will explore the exhibit, identifying indicators of substance abuse and other risky behaviors.

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Community unites in support of Fangmann family

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 09:10

Jeff Fangmann, seated at center, was recognized last weekend for his thirty years of volunteer service to the local fire department. Fangmann's commitment to serving his neighbors has led to overwhelming support from the community during the family's time of need. (Photo submitted)

By Molly Moser

When Jeff Fangmann was diagnosed with scleroderma in 1998, his wife, Laurie, began to educate herself. She went to the library, joined an online community of families fighting the disease, and accompanied her husband to every appointment.

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Live raptors, artwork, chili at Guttenberg Eagle Watch Feb. 11

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 09:08

Wildlife watchers may catch a glimpse of magnificent Bald Eagles fishing south of Lock and Dam 10 during Saturday's event. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

Witness spectacular views of America's national bird at the Marina Visitor Center in Guttenberg on Saturday, Feb. 11, when Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual Eagle Watch and Cabin Fever Day. Live raptors, hot chili, and cool ice sculpting are among the entertainment planned.

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Call response, community service occupy local fire volunteers in 2016

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 09:06

By Shelia Tomkins

Guttenberg Fire Chief Jim Cunningham recently presented the annual activities report of the Guttenberg Fire Department for 2016, highlighting calls, training and community service by the volunteer members of the department.

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Sheriff's Office partners with state to expand drop-off sites

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/01/2017 - 09:03

From left, Deputy Matt Moser, K9 Raven, Sheriff Mike Tschirgi and Deputy Tim Engelhardt are pictured with the new prescription medication dropbox located in the Clayton County Sheriff's office. (Photo submitted)

Clayton County Sheriff Mike Tschirgi has announced the placement of a permanent medication dropbox located in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office at 22680 230th Street, St. Olaf.

Sheriff Tschirgi said the drop box is made possible through a small grant from the Governor’s Office of Drug Control Policy to address the increasing problem of prescription drug abuse. The drop box will be accessible to the public during normal business hours

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County snow plows hard at work

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/01/2017 - 09:01

By Molly Moser

Heavy, blowing snow, ice, and sleet characterize a Midwestern winter and inspire many to spend the season elsewhere. For those who endure it here at home, the Clayton County Secondary Roads department keeps car travel as safe as possible by maintaining 1,050 miles of roadway – a daunting task during a snowstorm.

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PPEL vote to be held Feb. 7, final public meeting Feb. 2

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/01/2017 - 09:00

Students using the north hallway of the elementary school have noticed cooler temperatures since a recent failure in the HVAC system required heat be cut off from that portion of the building. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

Superintendent Shane Wahls answered some tough questions during a series of public meetings about the Feb. 7 PPEL (physical plant and equipment levy) vote, which if approved would provide the Clayton Ridge School District with an additional of $2.5 million over the next ten years earmarked specifically for building maintenance.

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School election is Tuesday, Feb. 7

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/01/2017 - 08:59

Voters in the Clayton Ridge Community School District will go to the polls on Tuesday, Feb. 7, to vote on a public measure that would provide for a tax levy for physical plant and equipment purposes. Voters will be asked to authorize a 10-year levy representing an increase of 67¢ over the current PPEL.

Polling hours will be from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the following sites:

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Clayton Ridge school board January meeting

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/25/2017 - 09:23

The Clayton Ridge School Board of Directors met in regular session on Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. Members in attendance were John Heying, Michael Finnegan, Alicia Helle, Ellen Johnson and Jason Reimer. Christine Aulwes and Kathy Ihde were absent.

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Guttenberg hospital introduces Rahma, the surgical robot

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/25/2017 - 09:23

From left are O.R. and clinic nurse Sally Schumann, Bill Robinson, who was first to undergo robotic surgery at GMH, Rahma the Robot, and surgeon, Dr. Daniel Mansfield. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

There’s a capable new set of hands at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital, and they’re powered by a surgical robot named Rahma. Bill Robinson, branch manager at Community Savings Bank in Garnavillo, was the first to go under the robot’s knife at GMH. The procedure, done by Dr. Daniel Mansfield, would involve just three small incisions and would allow the surgeon to repair the hernia with more precision and less postoperative pain.

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