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On June 17, a total of 15 players participated. Sandy Rumelhart and Robert Klever each got a 16; Dennis Betts and Rhonda Titus each got a 20; Dave Richter got a 21; and Chet Vaughan got a 24.

The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library, 400 Grand St., on Mondays at 8 a.m. and at the New Homestead independent living dining hall, 2306 State St., at 8 a.m. on Wednesdays and at 1 p.m. on Fridays. Organizers say there is always room for more, and they will be glad to teach you how to play. They play for quarters on Wednesday and Friday.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

During the regular meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors on June 16, Conservation Director Brad Halterman provided a departmental update.

“Our camping numbers have been steady. We seem to be getting a lot of usage at our shelter houses, as well,” he said.

Halterman also looked ahead to what he expects to be a busy Fourth of July camping weekend.  He noted that with the road project ongoing along Wagon Road (County Road P28), people interested in visiting Nations Bridge Park will be able to do so, but there may be detours, especially for those coming from Stuart around the holiday weekend.

“At the very least, Nations Bridge campground will be open from the north,” Halterman said.

Halterman talked about plans regarding the area between Lenon Mill and the Lake Panorama dam.

“At Lenon Mill, across the city street to the north, there’s an area that belongs to the state DNR. That has become an ever-increasing recreational opportunity area. There are a lot of people that fish over there. There is a makeshift area where canoes and small john boats are putting in,” he said.

“We entered into a 28E agreement with the state to manage that stretch. That means 15 minutes of mowing a week, when we’re down there mowing at Lenon Mill anyway,” Halterman said.

Halterman also noted that he eventually plans to apply for a grant to put in a boat access point in that area. He said it would allow access for emergency equipment if needed.

Supervisor Maggie Armstrong explained that the recent rains somewhat slowed progress on the Wagon Road project. She said there will be a pilot car in one section next week, and later the entire stretch between Monteith Road and Stuart will be closed to through traffic. Armstrong encouraged drivers to check the county website for latest updates on the road project.

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#

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A breakfast benefit and silent auction was held Sunday, June 14 at the Panora Community Center to raise funds for the Tori’s Angels Foundation, which has now accepted more than 200 kids in the past 15 years and is actively supporting more than 140 kids. A free-will offering was held with 100% of the donations going to the kids. 

A Tori’s Angels garage sale was also held this weekend to raise funds for the organization. 

Hudson finds his picture on the sidewalk while coming into Veterans Auditorium in Panora.

Tori Heckman, the namesake of the Tori’s Angels foundation, and her family were in attendance. Tori is pictured wearing a T-shirt that says: “I’m Tori. Thanks for being one of Tori’s Angels.” Several years ago, Bill and Connie Ridgely had these shirts made for Tori in sizes from a size 5 until now.

Mary Jane Carothers, JoAnn Alumbaugh and MJ Brown at the garage sale where all proceeds went to Tori’s Angels.

Ryan, Mia and Stella Albers serve food at the Tori’s Angels breakfast benefit on Sunday.

Photos of the Tori’s Angels kids lined the sidewalk leading to the breakfast at the community center in Panora.

JoAnn Alumbaugh interviews Tori’s Angels child, David, and his dad, James.

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On June 10, a mock active shooter exercise was held at ACGC High School in Guthrie Center as training for the professionals who would be involved if such an event were to occur in the area. Participating organizations included EMS, law enforcement, Public Health, Guthrie County Hospital, and Adair and Guthrie County Emergency Management.

During the exercise, local persons were used to portray victims while law enforcement officers first practiced how to neutralize the threat. Then, staff from other agencies joined to practice how to care for victims and get people to safety.

Following the exercise, participating agency personnel held debriefing sessions to evaluate their actions.

Officers move toward the sound of gunshots.

Officers guide mock victims to safety.

A mock victim is carried to safety.

Mock victims walk out after being treated.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

The first Guthrie Center farmers market of the year went off smoothly –– at first. The event was scheduled 9-11 a.m., but around 9:45, the sky darkened as a line of rain rolled in. Vendors quickly packed up and are hoping for sunny weather at the next event, scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 9-11 a.m. on North Fourth Street in Guthrie Center.

Guthrie Center Fire Department was on hand to recruit members.

Visitors could check out an ambulance and sheriff’s squad cars.

Toasted Bakery’s homemade breads were popular items.

Hannah Rae’s Home Goods offered fresh-scented items.