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Prom Closet Shopping Days are scheduled for the following Saturdays.

• Saturday, Feb. 7, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 14, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 21, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 28, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Prom Closet is located at Ascension Lutheran Church, 406 Fifth Ave. South in Coon Rapids, just north of the Dollar General Store. No appointments are needed for the shopping days. Be sure to bring any floor-length prom gowns if you have them to donate. All prom dresses, shoes and accessories are free of charge. Call or text Dona Tuel with questions at 712-830-7825. Find them on Facebook @promclosetdresses.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

During the Jan. 12 regular meeting of the Panorama School Board, the boardmembers discussed the possibility of switching to a four-day school week. Superintendent Kasey Huebner stressed that the board is merely exploring the idea at this time, and no decisions have been made.

“Our current focus is on gathering information and practical logistics to ensure this transition would benefit our students and community based on other districts’ experiences,” Huebner said.

The school board is requesting additional information from other school districts and is investigating how such a schedule would work. If the board wishes to pursue the idea, a survey will be sent to families.

In other news, the board received an update on a planned roof replacement.

“The board has approved the design proposal from SVPA, an architectural firm. They will oversee the replacement of the elementary school roof, which is planned for this summer, pending favorable bids,” Huebner said. “We have also included the roof above the weight room as an alternative in this proposal, contingent on receiving favorable bids.”

The board’s next regular meeting is set for Monday, Feb. 9 at 5:30 p.m. The public is welcome.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Applications are due by Jan. 31 for any organizations wishing to apply for a grant from the Guthrie County Community Foundation. As in previous years, applications may be submitted from nonprofit organizations, governmental entities and educational organizations. Dozens of local organizations received funds in 2025. Funds will help support quality of life in Guthrie County. Details can be found on the website www.guthriecountycommunityfoundation.org.

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On Jan. 14, a total of nine players participated. Dick Ellis and Sandy Rumelhart each got a 16; Mark Humphry, Dave Richter and Allen Pierce each got a 17; and Lela Schwartz won with a 21.

The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library, 400 Grand St., on Mondays at 8 a.m. and at the New Homestead independent living dining hall, 2306 State St., at 8 a.m. on Wednesdays and 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.