Skip to main content

Upcoming events in the area

Mar 2, 2026 | Events

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

 

Membership drive for Friends of Guthrie Center Library

Friends of Guthrie Center Library encourages everyone to consider joining the organization to help support library programs and activities. Annual dues are $25. New and renewing members who pay dues by March 31 will be entered in a drawing for a prize bag worth $100.

Fish fry Fridays at Café on the Hill

Through Lent, Café on the Hill (2003 State St. in Guthrie Center) will have an all-you-can-eat fish fry every Friday from 5-8 p.m. Other options are available for those not interested in fish.

Pancakes and sausage in Yale March 7

Farmers State Bank is holding a pancake and sausage breakfast from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, March 7 at the Yale Community Club.

Panora K of C Fish Dinner March 13

Saint Cecilia Catholic Church will host a Friday night fish fry on March 13, 5-7 p.m. at the church, 220 N First St. The meal includes hand-breaded fish, baked potato or tater tots, coleslaw, drink and dessert. Cost is $12 for adults, $6 for kids 8 and younger. Dine-in or carryout available.

Adair fish fry March 13

Saint John’s Catholic Church in Adair will hold a fish fry from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27 and Friday, March 13. Cost is $15 per person, dine-in or drive-thru. Enter the alley behind the church hall (501 Adair St.) from the west. The meal will include freshly fried breaded fish and shrimp, cole slaw, potatoes, dessert and drink.

Celebrate Guthrie Center March 13

Everyone is welcome to attend Celebrate Guthrie Center on Friday, March 13 at the Guthrie Activity Center, 209 State St. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., with dinner at 6 p.m. by Cabbage Rose. Hear updates on a variety of local organizations and events, including RAGBRAI, the hospital’s construction project, Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce, Guthrie Center Library, ACGC Schools, and more. Reservations are required and cost $20 per person. Reservations may be made at Guthrie County State Bank, Peoples Bank, and Panora Fiber in Guthrie Center.

Panora Knights of Columbus Fish Dinner

The Panora Knights of Columbus Council No. 11242 will be having a fish dinner on Friday, March 13 from 5-7 p.m. at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 220 N. First St. in Panora. The menu includes hand-breaded fish, baked potato or tator tots, coleslaw, lemonade, tea or water, and dessert. Cost is $12 for adults and $6 for kids 8 and younger. 

Farm Toy Show in Adair March 14

The 36th annual West Central Iowa Farm Toy Show will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ACGC Junior High gym, 3384 Indigo Ave., Adair. Organizers expect 70-plus tables. Admission is $3 per person. Kids younger than 12 are free with an adult. The event is sponsored by Adair Fire and Rescue. Lunch will be available from the ACGC senior class.

Cribbage in Adair March 14

The Blue Goose Tavern, 307 Audubon St. in Adair, welcomes everyone to come play cribbage on the afternoon of Saturday, March 14. Doors open for registration at 3 p.m. with the games to begin at 3:30 p.m. There is a $10 buy-in per player. Participants are encouraged to bring a snack to share.

Puzzles, Pies and Pints March 14

The Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce is again holding the popular “Puzzles, Pies and Pints” fundraiser event at the Guthrie Activity Center (209 State St.). On Saturday, March 14, teams of four will compete to see which team can most quickly put together a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle while also finishing a large pizza and 12 beverages. Cost is $120 per team, with registration available on the Chamber’s Facebook page. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and the competition begins at 6 p.m. Cash bar and side games will be available for purchase.

Spaghetti and Bingo in Casey March 14

The Casey Service Club invites everyone to its Saint Patrick’s Day event. On Saturday, March 14, a freewill spaghetti supper will begin at 5 p.m., followed by bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Boys/Girls Club of Adair annual fundraiser March 21

On Saturday, March 21, the Boys and Girls Club of Adair will host a “Lights, Camera, Auction” fundraiser event at the Adair Fire Hall (505 Fifth St.). There will be a sirloin tip dinner, live and silent auctions, we well as cash games and a cash bar. Tickets cost $50 each. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with the meal scheduled 5:30-6:30 p.m. More information is available at www.bgcadair.org

Legislative coffees March 21 and April 11

State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Carter Nordman welcome the public to their upcoming legislative coffee events to voice concerns and hear legislative updates. The next events are Saturday, March 21, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center) and Saturday, April 11, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center).

Plant swap and propagation workshop March 26

Guthrie County ISU Extension and Outreach will hold a plant swap and plant propagation event. The event will be at the Panorama High School greenhouse beginning at 6 p.m. Cost is $15 per person at the time of the event. Register beforehand at the extension office, 212 State St. in Guthrie Center or by calling 641-747-2276.

Legion Bingo March 28

American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 124 will hold Saturday bingo on March 28 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. A freewill donation dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. with bingo starting at 7 p.m.

Pheasants/Quail Banquet March 28

The Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever annual banquet will be held Saturday, March 28 at the Yale Community Building. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. For tickets, contact Cindy Kisting (515-339-5226) or Dan Brubaker (515-238-7875).

Stem Fest March 28

Guthrie County Extension and Outreach will hold Stem Fest 2026 on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at Panorama Elementary School (401 Panther Drive). The event is targeted to kids in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Bagley pancake breakfast March 29

The Bagley Firefighters Association will hold a pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 29 at the fire hall. The freewill donation meal includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, coffee, milk and juice.

Handbags and Bingo April 10

The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation’s annual “Handbags and Bingo” event will be Friday, April 10 at the Fairgrounds Event Center. Social hour will begin at 4:45 p.m., with dinner at 5:45 p.m., followed by bingo and games. Tickets can be purchased from the hospital’s website.

Chevy pickup strikes deer on Justice Road

Mar 2, 2026 | News

Special to the Times Vedette

Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Kent Gries reported a pickup vs. deer accident occurring on Feb. 25 at 7:06 p.m. on Justice Road. Jason Dale James McCorkle, 45, of Audubon, was driving a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado K1500 northbound on Justice Road north of 160th Street and struck a deer in the roadway. The driver’s side front airbag deployed from the steering wheel. No injuries occurred. Damage to the pickup is estimated at $4,000. 

Impala turns over on White Pole Road

Mar 2, 2026 | News

Special to the Times Vedette

Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Josh Armstrong reported a rollover accident occurring on Feb. 26 at 7:15 p.m. on White Pole Road. Kaya Marie Fiebelkorn, 17, of Stuart, was driving a 2009 Chevrolet Impala eastbound on White Pole Road and said a white pickup truck with a brush guard was driving westbound and coming into the eastbound lane of traffic, causing her to swerve to the right  and lose control of the vehicle, leaving the roadway and facing almost 180-degrees in the wrong direction. The vehicle slid sideways for a distance until the driver’s side wheels caught on uneven terrain, causing the vehicle to roll on to its top and come to rest on the edge of the right of way.  Damage to the Impala is estimated at $1,501.  

GCH construction updates and temporary clinic access changes

Mar 2, 2026 | News

Special to the Times Vedette

Guthrie County Hospital has announced temporary access changes for patients while construction progresses on campus in order to ensure continued safe and efficient entry to clinic services throughout the construction period.

GCH Specialty Clinic – Temporary Entrances and Parking (Effective Feb. 25)

Beginning Feb. 25, all patients visiting the GCH Specialty Clinic will use the entrance located just south of the ambulance bay. Parking for GCH Specialty Clinic appointments will also be located in the lot south of the ambulance bay. Signage will be posted to help guide patients to the correct entrance and parking areas.

GCH Clinic – Guthrie Center and Pediatrics – Temporary Relocation to South Trailer (Effective March 2)

Starting March 2, the GCH Clinic – Guthrie Center will temporarily relocate to the trailer south of the hospital. Pediatrics, which is offered on Tuesdays only, will also move to this temporary location on its clinic day. A newly designated parking lot is available directly adjacent to the trailer, providing convenient access for all GCH Clinic and Pediatric appointments.

Emergency Room/Main Entrance (Effective March 3)

Beginning March 3, all patients visiting the Emergency Room/Main Entrance will use the temporary entrance located on the north side of the hospital. Parking is available on the east side of the hospital.

All dates listed above are subject to change based on construction progress and weather conditions.

Patients are encouraged to allow a few extra minutes for parking and navigation during this time. Guthrie County Hospital staff will be available to assist anyone needing direction or support.

For questions, contact the hospital’s main line at 641-332-2201 or visit www.guthriecountyhospital.org for the latest updates.

Donation to Perry Piecemakers

Mar 2, 2026 | News

Front row: Jerry Buttler, Sharon Riley, Lynn Zajicek, Barb Hansen and Pat Lutz. Back row: Andy Harrelson, Patrick Moylan, Dave Beidelman, Marshall Burgess and Brandon Godwin.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

The Perry Piecemakers group accepted a donation of $3,000 from the Panora VFW/American Legion/Sons of the American Legion. The funds will support the Piecemakers group in its ongoing mission of making quilts for area veterans. Piecemakers representatives Sharon Riley and Barb Hansen were on hand to accept the check.