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The Creighton University College of Nursing released its Dean’s List for the 2026 spring semester. To be named, each student must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Arilyan Steenblock of Panora was named to the list.
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Casey Fun Days was held this past weekend with events on Main Street, McPherson Street and the Community Center. The town’s summer festival included many familiar events along with several new additions. One of the new additions was the kickball tournament.
Friday’s events included “Rock Walk” at the library with the music collection of local teen Parker King; mini golf; dinner and drinks served by Casey Service Club; Kids Parade on Main Street; Foam Party; Casey Service Club awards; bags tournament; beer tent and live music by Jesse Wilson at Tin Lizzie’s; and outdoor movies.
On Saturday, the Casey Stampede 5K and 1-mile Fun Run were held, as well as a pancake breakfast; a bake sale by Lutheran Women’s Missionary League; the Big Parade; the Methodist Church lunch; the Historical Society open house; the Casey Boys car show; kids’ water tag; crafts with Rolling Hills Bank; chicken bingo; kickball tournament; bingo; Wacky Cake Decorating and Cake Walk; Science Center of Iowa: BOOM (the science of explosions); and the beer tent and live music by Ghost Riderz at Tin Lizzie’s.
The Distinguished Service Award 2026 was presented to Jim and Gwen Oberholtz.
The Legacy of Service Award honored the late Forrest Schnobrich.
Casey Boys Car Show winners were:
The ACGC marching band performed in the parade.
George Washington helped Casey celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
A patriotic entry in the parade from the Bomb Shelter.
Kids filled bags with candy and toys.
Hot rods in the car show.
Three chickens waiting to select a bingo winner.
By Shane Goodman and Sara Goodman | Times Vedette
State Street transformed into a city festival with live music, food trucks, drinks and a variety of vendors. RAGBRAI cyclists and others joined in the festivities Tuesday evening.
Live music played on the RAGBRAI main stage all afternoon and evening.
Cyclists made their way down State Street early Monday afternoon.
Jesse and The Hillbilly Air Show played on the main stage during RAGBRAI Monday afternoon. Local musician Brick Imerman is on the left.
The Nadas played on the main stage during RAGBRAI Monday evening.
Many first-time RAGBRAI riders were marked with this unique branding.
Try riding this during RAGBRAI, as this eager cyclist did.
A good time was truly had by all, at least until the storms moved in.
Dub P Apparel and Signs was one of many local vendors selling their wares during RAGBRAI.
By Shane Goodman and Sara Goodman | Times Vedette
Volunteers for St. Mary’s Catholic Church were one of many groups and organizations that made efforts to serve the thousands of cyclists and crew members who were looking for wholesome food. A beef and noodles dinner was served on Tuesday at the parish hall. Proceeds from the dinner will go toward repairs on the church rectory.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church held a beef and noodles dinner for RAGBRAI cyclists on Monday at the parish hall.
Volunteers for St. Mary’s Catholic Church prepared food for 1,000 RAGBRAI diners and nearly sold out.
A high-carb meal was what the RAGBRAI cyclists wanted, and volunteers for St. Mary’s Catholic Church delivered.
It was hot outside on Monday with highs in the mid-90s, but temps inside the kitchen at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church parish hall were even more challenging for the volunteers who prepared the meals.
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Early indications report that RAGBRAI’s visit to Guthrie Center was a success. Although the extreme heat and humidity made the ride from Harlan more challenging, most riders handled the weather and hills well. Visitors to Guthrie Center then enjoyed a wide variety of food and drink options, along with other vendors and businesses.
A flagpole was installed and dedicated to military veteran Tom Clayton outside his home at 705 State St. The ceremony was led by the Veteran Flagpole Initiative, which is holding 16 such ceremonies throughout RAGBRAI week as they travel across Iowa.
Many of the riders travel as a team. One group, riding under the team name of “What Else We Got To Do?” shared their experiences from RAGBRAI. The team has 15 members, including newlyweds Nick Charlson and Kennedy Burch, along with Nick’s father, Dave Charlson. They came from North Carolina to participate in the statewide ride
“This is my seventh year,” Nick said. “I’m 29 now, and my first one I did when I was 16.”
“This is my first year. Marrying him, I kind of got married into the tradition,” Burch said.
Asked what brings people from so far away back to RAGBRAI, Nick talked of the camaraderie among RAGBRAI participants.
“There’s just nothing like it,” he said. “Yesterday, I got a flat tire, and a random guy on the road stopped to help me. That sense of community is really nice.”
The couple said they enjoy meeting people at RAGBRAI from all over the country and the world.
Dave Charlson joked that this is his 100th RAGBRAI, but since this is the 53rd such event, he admits his number may be less than factual.
Dave previously lived in Iowa and still has many friends scattered around the state, so he tries to schedule time to meet old friends, depending on which part of Iowa the route passes through.
“I love RAGBRAI because it’s like bicycles take over the world, at least along the ride,” he said. “It’s such a fun group of people who do this crazy thing. I just can’t get enough of it.”
Cyclists reach the end of Monday’s ride into Guthrie Center.
Live music entertains the crowd.
Tony Hora and Dona Hora cool down after a hard day’s ride.
A hole is dug for the flagpole at Tom Clayton’s home.
Posing for a Guthrie Center memory.
A tent city arose at the fairgrounds.
Packs await the arrival of teams at the fairgrounds.
Monday evening’s rain sent everyone looking for shelter.
Dave Charlson, Kennedy Burch and Nick Charlson prepare to start Tuesday’s ride.