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Wed
16
Oct

Honoring her daughter through Locks of Love donation

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 08:12

Gloria Robbins of Elkader has grown out and donated her hair to Locks of Love on three separate occasions. Above, Gloria is shown with her most recent donation of 14 inches. (Photo submitted)

 By Caroline Rosacker 

Founded in 1997, Locks of Love is a voluntary, non-profit organization whose main goal is to return a sense of self-confidence and normalcy to financially disadvantaged children suffering from hair loss due to illness and disease. In addition to providing high-quality hair prostheses and educational services and networking to patients, families, healthcare professionals, and the general community.

Wed
16
Oct

Effigy Mounds 75th anniversary is Oct. 26

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 08:11

The public is invited to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Effigy Mounds National Monument, located north of Marquette, on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 10 a.m.

The event will mark the date of the signing of the executive order by Harry S. Truman on Oct. 25, 1949.

Effigy Mounds National Monument was preserved thanks to the hard work of many Iowans and began with 1000 acres donated by the State of Iowa for its establishment.

Wed
09
Oct

Arthur Geisert — a tale of wisdom, art, and a little bit of humor

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 13:42

Children's author/illustrator, cartoonist and storyteller Arthur Geisert is surrounded by his latest book panels and completed cartoons in his Elkader studio. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

World famous children's author/illustrator, and cartoonist Arthur Geisert was born to graduated teen parents in Dallas, Texas in 1941. 

Wed
09
Oct

Ghouls Night Out Oct. 17

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 13:41

Put on your Halloween finery and plan to join in the fun at Guttenberg’s Ghouls Night Out on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 4-7 p.m. There will be prizes for Best Group, Best Individual and Poker Game Winner. The prizes and game will take place at the Guttenberg Brewing Co. at 7:30 p.m. The event is promoted by the Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce.

This week’s Press carries ads from Blooming Branches where shoppers will find special sales, treats and drinks. Esser’s will feature door prizes, treats and sales. Check out the special sales at Sode’s Perk Central and Green Acres. See the ads in this issue.

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

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).

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