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Guthrie County Chief Deputy Todd Thorn reported a vehicle vs. deer accident occurring on June 30 at 6:50 a.m. on Oak Avenue and Highway 44. Kanion Rose Marie Hacker, 31, of Guthrie Center, was driving a 2013 Hyundai Sonata eastbound on Highway 44 and collided with a deer that went into the windshield. Damage to the Hyundai is estimated at $7,500.
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The annual “Fire in the Sky” fireworks display, sanctioned by the Lake Panorama Association and put on by the Joe Scheiring family, will start at 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, July 5. The fireworks will be set off from the traditional spot at Shady Beach.
This show will be choreographed to music. Tune in to 107.9FM KKRF Radio at 9 p.m. for special interviews with the synced soundtrack during the fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
This is the 29th year the Fourth of July holiday tradition has been organized by the Scheiring family. Donations for the 2024 Lake Panorama fireworks display can be sent to Rita Scheiring/Fire in the Sky, P.O. Box 605, Panora, Iowa, 50216. Or via Venmo at @Rita-Scheiring.
For safety reasons, the LPA Lake Patrol and the Iowa DNR require boats anchored during the display to have running lights on during the show.
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
A wide variety of activities and entertainment for all ages will be part of the Yale Fourth of July celebration.
“We will have a couple of new events including an axe-throwing truck sponsored by Mickey’s Bar and Grill and a foam party sponsored by the city,” Yale Mayor Bev “Buffy” Louk said.
Mayor Louk also suggested attendees bring lawn chairs for use while watching the parade and other spectator events. She noted the softball field is an excellent location for watching the fireworks at dusk.
Louk offered appreciation to all helping with the celebration.
“This year, the city of Yale is responsible for the celebration, along with help from volunteers in town and the fire department,” she said. “Spearheading the committee is Mindy Fear to make it a Fourth you do not want to miss in Yale.”
Prior to and throughout the celebration, raffle tickets will be sold to help fund the festivities. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and can be purchased at Farmers State Bank (Yale), Just One More (Jamaica), Mickey’s Bar and Grill (Yale), or Tojo’s Bar and Grill (Jamaica).
Raffle winners will be drawn shortly before the fireworks. Prizes include multiple winners of $20, $50 and $100, a 28-inch propane grill with a gift certificate to Guthrie County Quality Meats, an Ada’s Acres gift package of soaps and candles, an inflatable tanning pool, a Solo flameless bonfire stove with ‘smores kit, a Splish Splash outdoor play center, a 6-in-1 sports set, a hanging wicker chair, and a Big Bobber floating cooler. Need not be present to win.
Any weather-related changes will be posted on Yale’s Facebook page.
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The YJB TTT (Camping for Girls) Omelet Breakfast will be held on July 4 from 8-10 a.m. at the Yale Community Building on July 4. Enjoy made-to-order omelets, muffins and drinks. This is the major fundraiser of the year for the group. The funds raised go toward sending deserving fourth-grade girls to TTT camp each year. The organization not only pays their way but also provides their clothing and other necessities. Also, each year when the TTT camp girls are seniors and graduate from Panorama High School, they receive a scholarship from the club to further their education.
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Des Moines Area Community College President Rob Denson recently released the names of students eligible for the Spring Semester President’s List. To be eligible, a student must have completed a minimum of six credits and earned a 4.0 grade point average for that semester. Those recognized from the area include:
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A Guthrie Center Community Blood Drive was held on June 26, and organizers offered the following statistics:
Milestone donor accomplishments included:
Learn more at www.lifeservebloodcenter.org.