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On Friday, Sept. 11 at 2:15 p.m., the Panorama schools held their annual homecoming parade and pep rally. The parade began on Market Street, then travelled to Panther Drive and ended at the Panorama Stadium where the pep rally was held. Participants in the parade were local businesses, Panorama sports teams and the Panorama Marching Band.

During the pep rally, coaches of the fall sports recognized their athletes and gave short speeches about how their seasons are going, and what they hope to achieve by the end of them. Fun activities also occurred, including the queen candidates putting makeup on the king candidates while blindfolded and a foot race including MS/HS Principal Thad Stanley.

The parade and pep rally were held in the afternoon before the Panorama vs. Earlham game that began at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11.

Photos by Betty Cooper

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Betty Cooper of Panora is well-known for her photography in Guthrie County. She is a three-time “Best Photographer in Guthrie County” winner in our annual Best of Guthrie County event. Betty takes hundreds of photos a week, including local activities, sports events and much more during her own time, and often for free.

We would like to acknowledge Betty’s hard work and dedication to Guthrie County schools, events and families. Please be sure to recognize her hard work and talent by sharing her photos and including photo credits when possible.

Below are a few photos out of hundreds that Betty took during the 2026 Panorama Homecoming parade, pep rally, football game and homecoming coronation that took place Friday, Sept. 11.

Huber Galicia’s attention to detail on his coronation outfit.

2026 Panorama queen candidates.

2026 Panorama High School Marching Band members.

Panorama Homecoming queen candidates have a photo-op with the referees before the Panorama vs. Earlham football game.

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During halftime of the Panorama vs. Earlham football game on Friday, Sept. 11, the Panorama homecoming queen and king were announced.

The candidates for king were Cole Carstens, Cruz Crandall, Huber Galicia, Eli Cooper and Reed Draper. Eli Cooper was crowned king.

The candidates for queen were Jadyn Lawrence, Danica Isom, Riley Wasson, Bridget White and Hadley Fitch. Bridget White was crowned queen.

Also at halftime was the Panorama Kindergarten royalty, where Hudson Dahlhauser and Hattie Chaloupka were recognized.

Hudson Dahlhauser crowns Eli Cooper.

Hattie Chaloupka crowns Bridget White.

Panorama 2026 Homecoming Court

Eli Cooper and Bridget White

Bridget White holds Hattie Chaloupka.

Hudson Dahlhauser and Hattie Chaloupka

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

During the Sept. 15 meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors, County Engineer Josh Sebern reported on high water in the county due to recent rains.

“The southern third of the county is pretty wet. There’s pretty good flooding we haven’t seen for a number of years. I’ve seen worse; I’ve seen better,” Sebern said. “I don’t see this being a FEMA event by any means yet.”

Guthrie County Public Health Director Jotham Arber discussed the plans for establishing a multiple-county district lead for public health. The plan is for Guthrie County to ask to be considered, and letters of support are being sought. Arber added that Pottawattamie County is also likely interested in being a candidate for the district lead, and that Guthrie County would work cooperatively within the district regardless of which county becomes the lead.

“We are the most regionalized district in the state,” Arber said.

Conservation Director Brad Halterman announced that the lower section of Nations Bridge Park has been closed off temporarily due to excessive rain in September. He said that portion will be reopened when appropriate.

Halterman also noted that the county’s parks will have water turned off with a tentative date of Oct. 15. He added that the actual date is contingent on the weather, so if a cold snap hits earlier, the water may be shut off sooner. He noted that the parks can still be used after the water is shut off, but the bathrooms will be locked.

The supervisors meet regularly on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The public is welcome to attend in person at the courthouse or via remote technology. To join remotely, call 323-792-6123, then use meeting code 547029216# 

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Saturday, Sept. 12 brought beautiful weather for the annual ACGC FFA Car and Truck show at Mitchell Park in Guthrie Center. Dozens of classic cars and trucks brought out many spectators.

Colorful classic trucks at Saturday’s show.

An eye-catching hot rod.

Trophies waiting to be awarded.

Automobile fans browse the beauties.

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Upper Iowa University announced Deana Solorzano of Yale graduated Cum Laude Meritum with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology in the spring of 2026.