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Guthrie Center City Council told residential noise complaint case was settled out of court

Jul 28, 2026 | News

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette 

During the July 27 regular meeting of the Guthrie Center City Council, the councilmembers heard the status on the complaints regarding the property at 907 Grand St. Repeated noise complaints had been received regarding the property.

A pre-trial hearing had been scheduled, but the parties agreed to a settlement rather than proceed toward a trial. The property owner will pay a $500 civil penalty. City Administrator Kris Arrasmith explained another part of the settlement, in which the property owner agreed to have no further violations for two years.

“Basically, they have to keep out of trouble for the next two years, or they’re in contempt,” Arrasmith said.

Arrasmith shared a report on the city’s involvement with RAGBRAI. She voiced appreciation to city staff who stepped up to meet the needs on such a hot and humid day. It was noted that because the weather was so hot on July 20, foot traffic in town was lower than expected, as many bicyclists simply “hunkered down” to stay cool.

Arrasmith also noted that the city raised money at the pool that will be used toward installing a disc golf course at the city park.

“We raised more than enough money for me to hopefully get my ducks in a row next year for the Frisbee golf,” Arrasmith said.

Streets department head Darin Sloss shared plans to crack-seal streets in the downtown area. The council voted to accept a bid from DenCo Highway for the crack sealing for slightly more than $21,000.

The next regularly scheduled meeting of the city council is set for Aug. 10 at 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome.

Car vs. cow accident on Highway 25

Jul 28, 2026 | News

Special to the Times Vedette

Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Shane Martinson reported a car vs. cow accident occurring on July 18 at 8:40 p.m. on Highway 25 south of Guthrie Center. Taylor Irene Holmes, 33, of West Des Moines, was driving a 2015 Ford Edge southbound on the highway and struck a cow in the roadway. The collision caused the vehicle to enter the west ditch. A child who was sitting in the back seat without a seat belt on suffered a minor injury to his face. Estimated damage to the Ford Edge is $10,000. Value of the cow, owned by Dylan Ray Robson, is $6,000. 

Dennis Leon Cain

Jul 28, 2026 | Obituaries

1940-2026

Dennis Leon Cain, 85, son of Emmett and Bertha (Bean) Cain, was born Aug. 19, 1940, in Jefferson. He passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at his home west of Bagley.

He grew up west of Bagley on one of the Cain family farms. He graduated from Bagley High School then attended both Iowa State University and Buena Vista University for a year each. As a youth, he was active in Cub Scouts and Dodge Dodgers 4-H of which he was later a leader for many years.

In June 1963, he married Carol Elston of Perry. They settled and lived their entire life within 2 miles of where he grew up. They welcomed three children in quick succession: Christopher Lynn, Curtis Alan and Kimberly Ann. Denny and Carol worked hard on the farm raising crops, pigs and cattle.

Denny was a member of the Bagley United Methodist Church, the Guthrie County Youth Committee, Bagley Lions Club, and Bagley Fire Department. He was an original founder of the Guthrie County Cattlemen and was active with them for years. He was the Beef Superintendent of the Guthrie County Fair for more than 40 years.

Denny enjoyed cattle, 4-H, ISU, sports of all kinds, watching old Westerns and traveling. Over the years, he and his wife, often with one or more of their children, traveled to Colorado (many times to visit family there), Minnesota, Wisconsin, Florida (to visit his sister, Maria), Arkansas, Oregon and Washington (to visit Carol’s family). They also went on a number of cruises to the Caribbean and Alaska. Denny loved Iowa State especially Iowa State Football. He had season tickets to football when his children were in high school and later with his daughter, Kim. He was looking forward to this year’s games. He was able to attend a bowl game with his son, Chris, and the Big 12 Championship game in Dallas with his daughter, Kim, and grandson, Evan. He enjoyed tailgating with their friends and any others he could find to talk to. Denny had a quirky, ornery sense of humor. He never knew a stranger and loved nothing more than talking to people.

He is survived by his wife, Carol; children, Chris (Dawn), Curt (Karla) and Kim; his grandchildren, Stephanie (Trevor) Pederson, Zachary (Katlyn) Cain, Cody Cain, Brooke Cain, Cain Neuharth and Evan Neuharth; great-grandchildren, Wilder and Korrie Cain; sister, Marla (Jim) Ray; and sister-in-law, Linda (Bob) Doran. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A celebration of life is planned for Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, at the Event Center at the Guthrie County Fairgrounds, Guthrie Center from 1-4 p.m. The Guthrie County Cattlemen will be grilling for the celebration. Please wear your ISU attire or favorite sports team.

Twigg Funeral Home, Panora, is entrusted with his services.

Crandall, Meinecke earn All-Conference; Meinecke named All-District Honorable Mention

Jul 28, 2026 | Sports

Panorama’s Cruz Crandall and Brayden Meinecke earned individual honors for their performances in the 2026 season. Photos by Betty Cooper

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

Two Panorama baseball players earned honors at the conclusion of the 2026 season. Brayden Meinecke was named Honorable Mention for both the West Central Activities Conference and Class 2A Southwest All-District team. Cruz Crandall was named Honorable Mention to the WCAC Team.

Crawford competes in Iowa Shrine Bowl

Jul 28, 2026 | Sports

ACGC’s No. 4 Joe Crawford competed in the 54th annual Iowa Shrine Bowl on July 25. Photo by Mark Reno

By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette

ACGC’s star running back Joe Crawford represented the Black and Gold at the 54th annual Iowa Shrine Bowl as part of the South team. The All-Star game was hosted on July 25 at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls, with the North team prevailing, 17-7. A full stream of the game can be watched HERE. Crawford was wearing the same No. 4 as he does for the Chargers, this time, in blue and white.