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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."

Wed
21
Sep

Marina rental agreement is council topic

By Shelia Tomkins

At the regular monthly meeting on Sept. 12, the Guttenberg city council reviewed the new CV/Chamber director agreement and discussed marina slip rental rules.  

On hand for the meeting were Mayor Fred Schaub, councilmembers Michelle Geuder, Steve Bahls, Jane Parker, Austin Greve and Mandy Ludovissy. Assistant City Manager Jamie Blume attended in the absence of City Manager Denise Schneider.

Wed
21
Sep

GEIDC awarded $2.7 million to expand social services

On Wednesday, Sept. 14, Gov. Reynolds announced $40 million in grant funding for 24 projects through the Nonprofit Innovation Fund, enabling Iowa non-profits to expand services to help more Iowans. 

The Guttenberg Economical and Industrial Development Committee (GEIDC) was awarded a grant through the fund in the amount of $2.7 million to expand social services access and to address Guttenberg’s senior housing needs. 

Wed
14
Sep

Music lineup for GermanFest

The Guttenberg GermanFest committee has a great lineup of musical entertainment for this year's celebration to be held Sept. 23-24, featuring both old and new favorites.

Barefoot Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen will kick off the festival, playing from 6-10 p.m. Friday evening in the main festival tent. The four-piece polka band has been a crowd favorite at previous celebrations.

Wed
14
Sep

Garnavillo Mini-Mart opens for business


The Garnavillo Mini Mart opened its doors on Friday, Sept. 9. Store hours are Mondays - Saturdays 5 a.m. - 9 p.m., and Sundays from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. From left are owners Brian and Melissa Schumann and store manager Cassie Tuecke. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Each day, more people visit a convenience store than any other brick-and-mortar retail location. It is estimated that 165 million transactions, per day, take place in convenience stores where customers can refuel their vehicle, purchase a snack, beverage, or freshly prepared meal at their favorite location. 

Brian and Melissa Schumann

Wed
14
Sep

Local Trail Life USA troop established


Local Trail Life USA Troop IA-1199 spent the day hiking at Effigy Mounds near Marquette. Front from left are Keith Amunson, Pastor Diego Chuyma, Joshua Chuyma, Marc Moore, Lon Lindenberg, Joe Kierpaul, and Nathan Kierpaul; back row, John Chuyma, Nicolas Kierpaul, Isaak Moore, and David Chuyma. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Trail Life USA is a Christian alternative to the Boy Scout program, and is sponsored by Living Water Bible Fellowship Church in Guttenberg.

Wed
14
Sep

Local weekend events in Clayton County

By Shelia Tomkins

Enjoy the upcoming September weekend by attending two popular annual events in southern Clayton County.

The Northeast Iowa Farm and Antique Association will present the 41st annual Plagman Barn Show Days on Sept. 16-17-18. The show grounds are located at 28384 Garber Road (C7X) 10 miles west of Guttenberg. The event features demonstrations on early farm and home practices and techniques, plus food, music, and other activities for the entire family.

Wed
07
Sep

Meet the CR instructional coaches


Clayton Ridge instructional coaches from left are, Nicole DeGidio, Tierney Hoefer and Laurie Smith; back row, Janna Kregel, Adam Radcliffe and Sarah Cherne. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

An Iowa Teacher Leadership Compensation Grant has provided funding for schools across the state to add instructional coaching positions to their staff. 

The Teacher Leadership and Compensation (TLC) System rewards effective teachers with leadership opportunities and fosters greater collaboration for all teachers to learn from one another.

Wed
07
Sep

New teachers at Clayton Ridge


Clayton Ridge new faculty members are, from left, Ben Backes, Casey Zarr, Savannah Domeyer, Janita Stavropolis, Sara Phillips, and Makenzie Farmer. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

The Clayton Ridge School District welcomed the following new faculty members for the coming school year.

Makenzie Farmer

Wed
07
Sep

City hires CV/Chamber director

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council, at a special meeting on Aug. 29, hired Brandie Tomkins to fill the Community Vitality/Chamber director position.

On hand for the special meeting were Mayor Fred Schaub, City Manager Denise Schneider and councilmembers Mandy Ludovissy, Austin Greve, Jane Parker, Steve Bahls and Michelle Geuder.

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