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Waldo receives Sports Media Award 

Jan 28, 2025 | News

Special to the Times Vedette

The Iowa High School Athletic Directors Association gives out a number of awards to recipients each year in an effort to highlight those who work in high school athletics across the state. One of those awards, the Sports Media Award, has been given annually since 1992. In that time, 55 individuals have been recognized for their contributions to covering local high school activities and the impact they have had on the communities in which they work.

Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Executive Director Erin Gerlich presented a 2025 award to Luann Waldo this past weekend during halftime of Friday night’s basketball game at Panorama High School on behalf of the Iowa High School Athletic Directors Association.

Waldo retired this past fall after reaching a 50-year milestone in the newspaper business. She spent many years on the sidelines or in gyms covering sporting events for the Bayard News Gazette.

Gerlich said, “Thank you Luann for your immeasurable impact on our community, as well as others across many other neighboring communities.”

Guthrie County Extension Notes — Week of Jan. 27, 2024

Jan 28, 2025 | Guthrie County Extension Notes

2025 AG Markets and Beyond       

  • Feb. 14, 9:30-11 a.m.                                                                         
  • Mike Witt, ISU Extension Field Agronomist
  • Join us for the annual AG coffee series at the Guthrie County Extension office. All events are free to attend with no registration required. 

Next Guthrie County Clover Kids meeting with Stef

  • Feb. 16 at the Events Center                                                                                      
  • These are subject to change, please pay attention to Stef’s emails/texts.     

Winter Stem Programming                                                

Stuart Public Library: 

  • Feb. 10, 3-4 p.m. Color Creation                   

Casey Public Library: 

  • Feb. 5, 2-3 p.m. Color Creations             

Mary Barnett Library:

  • Feb. 13, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Color Creations

Jamaica Public Library: 

  • Feb. 27, 4-5 p.m. Color Creations

The Guthrie County Extension Office is located at 212 State St. in Guthrie Center, IA 50115. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday: 8 a.m. to noon. Email xguthrie@iastate.edu or call 641-747-2276.

More than just books

Jan 28, 2025 | MJB LIBRARY NEWS

By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette

In December, we encouraged patrons to explore some of our new books by entering them into a drawing for reading titles that had not been previously checked out. Congratulations to the following winners:

  • Adults: Sandy Mortensen, Camille Ellis, Teresa Kent, Sarah Langgaard, Trudy Rutledge  
  • Youth: Ashley Keonen, Izzy Adams, Israel Adams, Henry Bloomquist  

Winners are reminded to visit the library to pick up their prizes.

Trivia Night

Attention, trivia lovers. It’s time to rally your team and sign up for the Friends of the Library Trivia Night on Saturday, Feb. 8. This thrilling event will take place at the Guthrie Center Activity Center. Dinner, expertly catered by The Cabbage Rose, begins promptly at 6 p.m., followed by the trivia competition at 7 p.m.

Don’t wait. Register your team by the deadline of Feb 3. Sign up online or visit the library to secure your spot for this exciting event. The cost is $35 per person, and teams can consist of up to eight members. Join us and show off your trivia skills.

Kids Programs 

Join Us for Preschool Story Hour. Every Friday at 10 a.m., we have a fun and engaging story hour just for preschoolers and their caregivers. Mark your calendar for Jan. 31, when our exciting theme will be clothes. We can’t wait to see you there.  

Have you heard about our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program? If you have a little one who hasn’t started preschool yet, this free program is perfect for you. It’s designed to help children build their language skills and get ready for reading by sharing 1,000 books before they enter kindergarten. If you’re interested in signing up, just ask at the library.

Also, don’t miss out on the hands-on STEM program presented by the Guthrie County ISU Extension. Join us after school on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Kids will enjoy a story and get to participate in some fun STEM activities all about “Color Creation.” We hope to see you there for a great time.

Clubs

Between the Covers Book Club will be meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 11, to discuss “The Phoenix Ballroom” by Ruth Hogan. “The Phoenix Ballroom” tells the inspiring story of a wealthy widow who decides to purchase a local landmark and in doing so, adds joy and meaning to her own life. Stop by the library to check out a copy of this engaging novel. 

If you missed the first meeting of the Evening book club, you can still participate. The group will be reading Abby Jimenez’s novel “Part of Your World” to discuss at their Feb. 25 meeting. “Part of Your World” is a romantic comedy novel with witty dialogue and warm characters. After a wild bed, a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich, and a cuddle with a baby goat, Dr. Alexis Montgomery has her world turned upside down by Daniel Grant, a ridiculously hot carpenter who’s 10 years her junior and as casual as they come. Stop in and check out a copy if you want to join the book club discussion. 

You’re invited to stop by and select a delightful recipe from the cookbook “Does This Taste Funny?” by Stephen Colbert and Evie McGee Colbert. Join us for our Cookbook Club meeting on Thursday, Feb. 20, at 6:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity to explore unique dishes and share your culinary experiences with fellow enthusiasts. 

Additionally, we will be hosting a card-making class on the same day, Thursday, Feb. 20, from 9-11 a.m. All the necessary materials will be provided for a nominal fee of $5, allowing you to unleash your creativity and make beautiful cards to take home or share with friends and family.

For those who enjoy card games, our vibrant cribbage club meets every Monday morning from 9-11 a.m., where players of all skill levels are welcome to join in on the fun. Similarly, our bridge class takes place every Wednesday from 9-11 a.m. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a beginner looking to learn the ropes, we encourage newcomers to participate and enjoy the camaraderie of card playing.

Stop by the MJB Library to look at Donna Benton’s display of her cardinal collection. The collection will be on loan to the library through the end of February.

Cribbage results from Jan. 24

Jan 28, 2025 | News

Special to the Times Vedette

On Friday, Jan. 24, a total of 11 players participated.

Bill Sheeder got a 15, Allen Pierce got a 16 and a 20, Debbie Kiefer had a 17, Dan Webb got a 16, and Kathy Feilmeier got the 24.

The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library on Mondays at 8 a.m., at the New Homestead independent living rec room at 8 a.m. on Wednesdays, and at the Guthrie Center Activity Center at 1 p.m. on Fridays. Organizers say there is always room for more, and they will be glad to teach you how to play. They play for quarters on Wednesday and Friday.

Fire Department Casino Night is Feb. 1

Jan 28, 2025 | News

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

On Saturday, Feb. 1, the Guthrie Center Volunteer Fire Department is holding its annual Casino Night from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Guthrie County Fairgrounds Event Center. Tickets are not being sold in advance. For anyone 21 or older, a $50 entry fee (cash or check) provides an entire evening of casino-style gaming and appetizers from Café on the Hill. Participants will vie for chances to win local prizes, which will be drawn at the end of the evening.