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Cut Loose Salon will be celebrating its 10-year anniversary with an open house on Thursday, April 11 from 1-6 p.m. at 322 State St. in Guthrie Center. Drinks and treats will be served.
By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette
Lent, the 40 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter, is a time of self-sacrifice, reflection and prayer in preparation for the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. Many people choose to sacrifice or give up things for Lent. Sometimes the sacrifice is a favorite food like chocolate, meat or desserts; or bad habits that may involve gossiping, drinking alcohol or soda; or fun activities that may include social media, shopping or watching TV.
When I was in junior high school, I had a friend who gave up peas for Lent. I asked if it was his favorite food, to which he replied, “Nah, I hate them. I just needed to find something that I could successfully give up for 40 days.” Sometimes, I guess we just need a win.
Reading is the one thing I have never heard of anyone giving up for Lent. So this Lenten season, regardless of your sacrifice or your motives, consider using your extra time to engage in some self-care and spend a bit of time with a good book.
Consider one of our new books, “Growing Slow: lessons on un-hurrying your heart from an accidental farm girl.” This book reflects on how learning to “grow slow” can improve one’s life. Following the rhythms of the natural growing season, “Growing Slow” will help you to find the true relief that comes when you stop running and start resting in Jesus; to embrace the small, good things already bearing fruit in your life; and to engage in slow growth through reflection and simple steps.
“Not That Fancy: Simple Lessons on Living, Loving, Eating, and Dusting off your Boots” by Reba McEntire shares what the author values in her life. This book includes photographs from Reba’s childhood, career and personal life; never-before-told stories from rodeoing with her family to pranks with Brooks & Dunn; behind the scenes anecdotes from her career, with inspiration on following your own passions; more than 60 recipes from Reba’s kitchen and her restaurant; and lighthearted lifestyle tips.
Come in and browse, as we are sure to have a book that will interest you. If your family gave up phone time for Lent, check out our ever-growing collection of jigsaw puzzles or take home a board game to fill the void and promote some quality family time.
Miss Cass has some special fun planned for our preschool Story Hours in March. On March 8, the theme is alphabeasts and kids will do an animal alphabet craft. Miss Iowa, Alyssa Goethe, will be our guest for Story Hour on March 15. We’ll be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day on March 22. March 29 will be centered around Easter. Preschool Story Hour is each Friday at 10 a.m.
Between the Covers book club will be meeting Tuesday, March 12, to discuss “Killing the Legends: the Lethal Danger of Celebrity” by Bill O’Reilly. The library has copies available to check out for those who would like to participate in the book club.
If you haven’t already signed up for the March 13 Lunch and Learn, call or go online today to pre-register. Farm Bureau and Erin Swalwell from Advanced Markets are presenting Changing Hands: Practical Tips in Farm Estate and Succession Planning. This session will provide education and resources for farm families planning to transition the farm to the next generation, in addition to basic real estate and business succession strategies. If your farm may be changing hands in the next five, 10 or 15 years, this session is one you won’t want to miss. The lunch and learn will take place from noon to one with a light lunch provided. Pre-register by calling the library, clicking on the website calendar event, or emailing the library at mjblib@guthriecenter.lib.ia.us.
Monday, March 18, the Guthrie County ISU Extension will present a STEM program from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Taylor Meeting room. The program will feature spring-themed STEM activities for elementary-aged children.
On Tuesday, March 19 at 5:30 p.m., the Living History Farms will be presenting a program at the MJB Library about the History of Farming in Iowa. Learn how agriculture has evolved over the past several centuries in Iowa, from Native American farmers to 1850s settlers to the golden age of horse-powered farming. Photographs from the museum’s historic working farms will highlight the changes in what was grown on an Iowa farm, what tools and power were necessary, and the impact on farming families. Sign up online or by calling or emailing the library as we have a 50-person limit for this special event.
“Big Bites: Wholesome, Comforting Recipes that Are Big on Flavor, Nourishment, and Fun” by Ashmore will be the source for the recipes that will be samples at cookbook club on Thursday, March 21 at 6:30 p.m. If you would like to participate, stop in the library to sign up for a recipe. Bring your dish and your appetite and come to the cookbook club to discuss the merits of this month’s selection.
Cribbage meets every Monday from 9-11 a.m. in the Taylor Meeting Room while the bridge class is every Wednesday from 9-11 a.m. Card-making class is the third Thursday of each month from 9-11 a.m.; March card-making class is March 21. Card-making class charges a $5 fee for supplies.
Mark your calendar for a fun and informative program at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2. Joan Wells and Kris Simon will be presenting Up the Nebraska Cattle Trail and Songs of the West as part of the Speakers Bureau Living History Program. Wells and Simon will share the story of cattle drives on the Western Trail from Texas to Nebraska while sharing the origin of Western music and singing the songs of the early day cowboys. Be ready to learn some history and enjoy some bluegrass music.
The Mary J. Barnett Memorial Library is located at 400 Grand St. in Guthrie Center. Contact us at 641-747-8110 or mjblib@guthriecenter.lib.ia.us. Visit us online at www.guthriecenter.lib.ia.us.
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The Guthrie County Summer Swim Team had many swimmers compete as part of the Perry Area Winter Swim Team during the winter season. Many will be participating in the Greater Iowa Swim League Championship Meet on March 9 at the Prairie Meadows Pool at the YMCA in downtown Des Moines.
Coach Dana Stein stated that he is extremely proud of his swimmers as they have been working hard since the beginning of November, with many swimmers also participating in other activities as well.
“Hard work and determination have led these swimmers to the honor of swimming at the state and national levels,” he said.
Swimmers participating at state include:
The Midwest Regional Swim Meet involved swimmers from the Middle Region of the country competing in Minneapolis at the University of Minnesota. Sophia Stein qualified in seven events.
Ty Thomas qualified for the Iowa High School Boys State Championship Meet and also for the Speedo Regional Meet.
Coach Stein said he is looking forward to the upcoming summer season in hopes of defending Guthrie County’s regular season and Conference Championships from last year.
“It takes a team, and hopefully everyone returns, along with many newcomers, to continue this tradition,” he said.
Guthrie County will also be holding its first Alumni Meet.
“There are decades of swimmers who have brought success to this program, and it will be nice to get everyone back together again,” he said. Details to come.
Front row: Avery Bahrenfuss and Riley Gibson; Back row: Anna Thompson, Emme Hardisty and Taylin Woolheater
By Holliday Mertens, freshman, staff writer
Congratulations to the 2024 Panorama Individual Speech team for making it to State. Everyone who competed in District Speech made it to State. That is a huge accomplishment. The students going to State are Riley Gibson (Poetry and Acting), Anna Thompson (After Dinner and Storytelling), Taylin Woolheater (Solo Musical Theatre and Poetry), Emme Hardisty (Solo Musical Theatre), and Avery Bahrenfuss (Storytelling). Congratulations to all of these students.
Every single one of these students got a score of 1, which qualifies them for State. The State Speech competition will be held at ADM High School in Adel on Saturday, March 9. Make sure to go and cheer on our students. Once again, congratulations to everyone who made it to State. Go, Panthers!
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By Maddy Carstens, junior, staff writer
The Panorama girls basketball team qualified for the state tournament for the third consecutive year. By beating Denver High School, the girls advanced to play on Wednesday, Feb. 28 against Grundy Center High School. Our Lady Panthers beat Grundy Center, 59-49, and advanced to play Westwood on Friday March 1. Once again, they won, 39-36, and advanced to the Class 2A Championship on Saturday, March 2 where they took on Dike-New Hartford.
One great thing about basketball games is the fans coming out to support the players. Sometimes, though, since Wells Fargo Arena is so far away, people, especially younger kids, might not be able to go to support. However, this has now been made possible.
Panorama Community Schools provided a “Pep Bus” to allow students to ride to the game and support the players as a community. Sponsored by the Panorama Booster Club, students were able to ride the bus and attend the game for free. The bus was allowed for students in sixth through 12th grade. The Pep Bus brought a lot of supporters to the game. The student section was packed with kids ready to cheer on the Panthers. Many thanks to all those who made the pep bus accessible to many students.
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By Marlee Herring, eighth grader, staff writer
This year, seventh and eighth grade students had the opportunity to have pen pals from Denmark. They first received letters in November. They sent replies back in December and just received more this week. We are taking the time to do this during Mrs. Dorhout’s language arts class, and they are being sent to Rikke Thunberg Perdersen’s class in a suburb of Copenhagen Denmark. These letters are a great way to learn more about people from another country and get to know cultures outside of our own.
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By Miyah Small, eighth grader, staff writer
The American Heart Association was founded in 1924 by six cardiologists. Since then, it has grown into the nation’s largest voluntary organization devoted to fighting heart disease and stroke. More than 35 million people volunteer and support this program along with nearly 3,000 staff members. The AHA has invested approximately $5 billion in research, which is more than any other organization other than the federal government. AHA is the largest not-for-profit funding source for heart health.
Recently, Panorama Student Council hosted a district wide fundraiser celebrating the 100th year of the American Heart Association. Students who registered to fundraise had opportunities to do more than just raise money. They could learn hands-only CPR and stroke warning signs. The district raised 75% of the goal that was set. Great job to everyone who fundraised and thank you to everyone who donated. If you missed a chance to donate and would like to, go to https://www.heart.org/en/ to learn more about how to donate.
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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: RYAN COGILBy Miranda Laabs, sophomore, staff writer
Senior, Ryan Cogil, grew up on a farm near Jamaica. The activities he has been involved in are football, basketball, soccer, track and field, NHS, FFA, FCA, TSA and Boy Scouts. Out of all of the accomplishments Ryan has earned, he says becoming an Eagle Scout is the greatest. Throughout high school, the biggest challenge for Ryan was being involved in so many activities.
Mr. Dahlhauser was Ryan’s favorite teacher and coach who had impacted him the most. In 10 years, he sees himself working on farm equipment. Ryan plans to attend Northeast Iowa Community College in the John Deere Ag Tech Program. Good luck in your future endeavors, Ryan.
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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: DONOVIN DELP By Maggie McCarthy, sophomore, staff writer
Donovin Delp is a senior at Panorama High School. Donovin has been involved in All-Iowa Honor Dance Team, Dance Team Studio Dance, and “The Nutcracker” for one year. His most challenging task as a senior is trying to figure out what he wants to do after high school. He plans to attend the University of Iowa and major in nursing. If he could describe his last four years in three words, it would be bittersweet, ever-changing and fast.
Donovin’s favorite teacher was Mrs. Perez because she asked her students about their accomplishments, and they would try to say them in Spanish. They would bond by talking about her life in Spain and how different the cultures are compared to each other. If he could go back and tell his younger self anything, it would be to not care so much about the little things because they don’t matter in the long run. Donovin would like to be remembered as someone who is not afraid to go after his dreams. Lastly, his advice for the underclassmen is to not take things for granted because time flies by.
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By Marlee Herring, eighth grader, staff writer
On March 14, term 3 will be ending. This means that any missing assignments or late work need to be turned in. Even if you think you turned everything in, you might have missing work. Make sure you check Infinite Campus and Google Classroom. It is also important to study for any upcoming end-of-term tests.
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By Maddy Carstens, junior, staff writer
Iowa is a state with strange weather patterns. One day, it could be 50 degrees with sunshine, while the next day is 20 degrees with a chance of snow. February is a month that usually consists of snow and cold weather. However, this was not the case in Guthrie County. With strange temps and weather patterns, Iowans don’t know what to expect.
Feb. 25 through March 2 was an interesting week of weather. Sunday and Monday had temperatures up to the mid-50s and 60s, and even low 70s. Monday, however, consisted of strong winds to blow the temperature back down. Tuesday through Saturday was sunny, with temps ranging between 50s to 30s, and even 20s. This crazy weather has thrown most everyone for a loop. What a weird-weather state we live in.
3:05 a.m. Panora Police and Guthrie County Deputy responded to a report of suspicious activity
4:37 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bayard
7:22 a.m. Stuart Police responded to a complaint
9:02 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Guthrie Center
9:50 a.m. Panora Police responded to a two-vehicle accident
11:10 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bayard
12:56 p.m. Panora Fire, Stuart Fire and Ambulance assisted Dallas County with a fire in Redfield
2:35 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Panora
3:14 p.m. Panora Police responded to a two-vehicle accident
3:38 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in Guthrie Center
4:58 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a deer in the roadway in rural Dexter
5:01 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy served civil papers in rural Panora
5:05 p.m. Stuart Police responded to a complaint
7:28 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a deer in the roadway on Highway 25
8:37 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy performed a welfare check on a male walking on Highway 141
10:53 p.m. Stuart Ambulance responded to a medical call in Stuart
11:41 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call at Lake Panorama
1:20 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bayard
1:47 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a deer in the roadway on Highway 44
6:21 a.m. Panora Ambulance transported a patient from Guthrie County Hospital to Ft. Dodge
8:35 a.m. Stuart Fire and Rescue responded to a report of an accident on I-80
8:55 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted a motorist in Guthrie Center
8:47 a.m. Panora Ambulance Unit 2 responded to a medical call in Panora
9:10 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted an individual in Guthrie Center
10:05 a.m. Stuart Rescue responded to a medical call in Stuart
10:50 a.m. Stuart Police responded to a report of an accident at the four-way stop
11:01 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in rural Panora
12:03 p.m. Stuart Police assisted Dallas County and State Patrol with a report of a stolen vehicle
1:05 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy performed a welfare check in Guthrie Center
3:01 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bagley
5:05 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy and K9 assisted Dallas County with a traffic stop in Redfield
5:35 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Yale
7:45 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted a motorist on Highway 141
7:58 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bayard
9:05 p.m. Panora Police responded to a report of a possible break in
9:25 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Jamaica
11:05 p.m. Stuart Police assisted a motorist
11:10 p.m. Stuart Rescue responded to a medical call in Menlo
6:40 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Panora
8:35 a.m. Stuart Police responded to a report of an accident at Casey’s
9:30 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in Guthrie Center
9:45 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted an individual in Bagley
3:30 p.m. Panora Ambulance transported a patient from Guthrie County Hospital to Des Moines
4:55 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy followed up on an investigation in Guthrie Center
6 p.m. Panora Police responded to a complaint
11:30 p.m. Stuart Police responded to a complaint
2:50 a.m. Stuart Police and Dallas County Ambulance and Deputy assisted a motorist on I-80
3:40 a.m. Stuart Police responded to a driving complaint on I-80
7:07 a.m. Panora Police responded to a deer in the roadway on Highway 44
9:38 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in Guthrie Center
9:43 a.m. Stuart Police performed a case follow-up
10:59 a.m. Stuart Police returned property to an individual
2:25 p.m. Panora Fire and Ambulance responded to a grass fire in rural Panora
3:17 p.m. Bayard Fire responded to a grass fire in rural Bayard
4:40 p.m. Stuart Police responded to an animal complaint
5 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted a motorist on Highway 44
5:08 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in Adair
7:31 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy served civil papers in Bayard
9:44 p.m. Stuart Ambulance and Police responded to a medical call in Stuart
9:52 p.m. Stuart Police responded to a complaint
10:49 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bagley
12:32 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a commercial burglar alarm in Guthrie Center
1:28 a.m. Stuart Ambulance and Police responded to a medical call in Stuart
7:21 a.m. Panora Ambulance transported a patient from Guthrie County Hospital to Methodist
8:39 a.m. Stuart Police responded to a parking complaint
10:44 a.m. Stuart Fire and Ambulance responded to a commercial fire alarm in Stuart
2:41 p.m. Stuart Police responded to an animal complaint
3:22 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in rural Bagley
5:52 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a report of a suspicious person in Guthrie Center
6:06 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted a motorist on Highway 44
6:15 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy served civil papers in Panora
6:17 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted a motorist on Highway 44
12:58 a.m. Stuart Police transported one male to Guthrie County Jail
6:51 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Guthrie Center
9:41 a.m. Panora Ambulance transported a patient from Guthrie County Hospital to Methodist
10:10 a.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in rural Panora
10:24 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy transported one male to Guthrie County Hospital on a committal
10:58 a.m. Guthrie Center Fire and Guthrie County Deputy responded to a grass fire in rural Guthrie Center
11:52 a.m. Stuart Fire and Ambulance and Menlo Fire responded to a grass fire in rural Menlo
12:51 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy took a theft report in Casey
1:09 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted a pedestrian in Guthrie Center
1:42 p.m. Stuart Police responded to a complaint
1:47 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Jamaica
2:02 p.m. Panora Police and Guthrie County Deputy responded to a family situation in Panora
2:38 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in Casey
4:57 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in rural Guthrie Center
5:16 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a report of a dog bit in rural Panora
5:44 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Bagley
6:03 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a car vs. deer accident on Justice Road
6:17 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call in Guthrie Center
6:24 p.m. Panora Police responded to a complaint
6:28 p.m. Menlo Fire responded to a report of someone burning in Menlo
6:55 p.m. Stuart Ambulance and Police responded to a medical call in Stuart
7:21 p.m. Stuart Fire and Ambulance responded to a grass fire in rural Stuart
7:31 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a hit and run in Bayard
9 p.m. Guthrie Center Fire responded to a grass fire in rural Guthrie Center
9:20 p.m. Panora Ambulance transported a patient from Guthrie County Hospital to Ft. Dodge
10:44 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy picked up a prisoner at the Audubon County/Guthrie County line
2:29 a.m. Panora Ambulance transported a patient from Guthrie County Hospital to Lutheran
8:32 a.m. Stuart Ambulance responded to a medical call in Stuart
10:24 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted a motorist in Guthrie Center
1:37 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy picked up a prisoner at the Audubon County/Guthrie County line
2:12 p.m. YJB Fire and Panora Ambulance responded to a wood pile on fire in rural Linden
2:29 p.m. Stuart Ambulance responded to a medical call in rural Stuart
2:47 p.m. Panora Police responded to an animal complaint
3:06 p.m. Panora Police responded to an animal complaint
3:10 p.m. Panora Police responded to a report of suspicious activity
8:51 p.m. Panora Ambulance responded to a medical call at Lake Panorama