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Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Shane Martinson reported a vehicle vs. deer accident occurring on Jan. 8 at 11:47 p.m. on Highway 141 near Coon Rapids. Rachael Jo Tenk, 36, of Manning, was driving a 2013 Nissan Juke and struck a deer that came out of the left side of the ditch and crossed in front of the vehicle. Estimate damage to the Nissan is $3,000.
By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette
Stop by the library to explore the latest book displays. One highlights incredible novels that are being transformed into movies. Remember, the journey through a book often offers depth and insight that the film cannot capture, so embrace the adventure of reading before experiencing the movie.
The library also features a display of cozy mysteries. For those unfamiliar with the cozy mystery genre, these stories are gentle and friendly mysteries that focus on solving the puzzle of the crime. Typically set in small, charming towns, cozy mysteries feature amateur sleuths — ordinary people rather than trained detectives or police officers. These stories avoid graphic violence, sexual content and profanity. If you’re seeking a challenging mystery that also offers a “feel-good” experience, this genre is an excellent choice.
Another display features books that can help achieve New Year’s resolutions. This display was curated to focus on developing habits that will enhance the reader’s life, such as books about mindfulness, achieving goals, healthier habits and choices, and healthy eating cookbooks.
The new book display features the newest content that the library has to offer, which includes best-sellers, new large print, westerns and nonfiction. The newest inspirational books are also featured.
All of the materials featured in the displays are intended to be checked out. Stop by and see the books that are waiting for you to discover.
Remember also that the MJB Library has a large selection of jigsaw puzzles, audiobooks, DVDs and games as well. If there’s something you are looking for that you can’t find on our shelves, let us know, and we will try to get it for you.
Patrons of the library, please be aware that, due to state library accreditation requirements, library cards must be periodically renewed. Guthrie Center residents’ cards must be renewed every three years. Patrons residing in surrounding towns need to renew every two years.
Renewing a library card is a straightforward process that can be completed either by telephone or in person. Library staff will verify and, if necessary, update the patron’s contact information as well as any other required details. It is important to note that patrons who utilize their library cards solely for the Libby application must renew their cards every three years. Should patrons fail to renew their cards upon notification of impending expirations, the cards will be classified as inactive and will be purged within three years following the expiration date. Therefore, if your card requires renewal, please take a few moments to complete the process to prevent deactivation of your card.
Remember that LEGO Mania Day is on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 2 p.m. Creation Corner will be on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 2 p.m. Pre-registration is preferred for these events.
The cardmaking class is from 9-11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15. Led by Judi Zimmerline, the cardmaking class is a chance to make handmade greeting cards. The $5 fee covers all materials and supplies needed to make the cards.
The Cookbook Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15. Participants are asked to stop by the library and choose a recipe from the featured cookbook. The night of the cookbook club meeting, please make the recipe and bring it to share with the group.
The library story hour will continue to be each Friday at 10 a.m. for preschoolers and their caretakers. Preschoolers will enjoy a few stories and a craft.
Parents of preschool children are reminded that the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is available at no cost for all preschool kids. The program encourages families to read 1,000 books with their child before the child begins kindergarten, as this will give the child the vocabulary and the prereading skills necessary for reading readiness. Stop by the library desk to enroll your child today.
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Chris Arganbright of the Bryton Insurance Agency, Panora, is shown delivering a $24,960 check to City of Panora Administrator Lisa Grossman. This is an Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities (IAMU) safety group dividend paid back by participating in the EMC Insurance Companies insurance program for cities. Total dividends returned to participating municipal utilities for 2025 were $6.7 million. The IAMU insurance program is in its 45th year. It is unique in that it returns money to its members for their diligent efforts in safety and reducing losses.
A new American flag was lowered for viewing at the Panorama gym on Friday. The flag and apparatus were the result of generous donations in memory of Liberty Ashworth, who died of cancer on Jan. 4. Liberty was the 74th child sponsored by the Tori’s Angels Foundation during her battle with cancer.
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
A new motorized American flag display was unveiled and dedicated prior to the girls basketball game in the Panorama gym on Friday, Jan. 9. The flag and apparatus were the result of generous donations in memory of Liberty Ashworth, who died of cancer on Jan. 4. Liberty was the 74th child sponsored by the Tori’s Angels Foundation during her battle with cancer.
Liberty’s father, Tim Ashworth, shared why the flag is so meaningful to the family.
“That was something that she always wanted, and I wanted it, too. I’m retired from the military, so that’s kind of where she got her name, Liberty,” he said. “Her mom and I thought that was definitely appropriate.”
Tim shared that he was amazed at how readily everyone pitched in when he asked for donations to make the flag a reality.
“I reached out. I thought it was going to take a little bit longer, but family and Glen Oaks donated generously. I only got ahold of a few people, and that’s all it took,” Ashworth said.
Glen Oaks Country Club/Concert Golf Partners also donated $8,500 to Tori’s Angels.
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
The Panora Public Library has several events planned for the month of January.
For more information on any of these offerings, call the library at 641-755-2529.