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A total of six players participated on May 9. Sandy Rumelhart, Lela Schwartz, Dan Webb and Robert Klever all got a 16.

A total of nine players participated on May 12. Joanne Zieser got a 16, 16 and a 17, Dan Webb got a 20, and Mike Ketelsen pulled in an 18 and a 22.

The Guthrie Center cribbage players generally meet at Guthrie Center Library on Mondays at 8 a.m. and at the New Homestead independent living dining hall 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 Shane Goodman | Times Vedette

Individuals from several organizations in the Guthrie Center community gathered together at the Guthrie Activity Center on Friday, May 9 to celebrate the progress made in the last year and to recognize the Volunteer of the Year. 

This annual event included updates from Mary J. Barnett Library, Little Charger Early Learning Center, Main Street Guthrie Center, Guthrie Center Area Development, Guthrie County Supervisors, ACGC Schools, the All-School Reunion, Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce, Guthrie County Hospital, and the city of Guthrie Center.  Dinner was catered by Café on the Hill. 

Lisa Calvert was unanimously named the Volunteer of the Year, as every nomination form that was submitted was for her. Calvert has been involved with numerous school, 4H and FFA activities while raising her family and supporting her husband, Jim. She handled most of the financial work for her church, while also donating time for music events and church programs. She served as the treasurer for the Guthrie Activity Center for more than 10 years, playing a big role when the center was updated and remodeled. She has also been the treasurer for the Guthrie Center Area Development Group for more than 30 years, donating her time and resources. Comments about her that were shared by Mary Jo Laughery and Pam Kunkle, last year’s recipients, included:

• “She’s been a boss in every sense of the word — at work, at home, and in just about every corner of this town.”
• “She has been an active member in our community by humbling helping many organizations such as Economic Development Board, Main Street Guthrie Center, First Christian Church board, the GC Activity Center board, Midwest Partnership, Chamber and so many more board and organizations.”
• “She mentors new businesses coming into town as well as struggling businesses.”
• “She offers her humble advice from a loving place in her heart.”
• “She is eager to take part in our community, does not ask for any recognition and takes the lead when needed. She is an integral part of our community.”

Barry Monaghan and CW Thomas

Jim Calvert and Lisa Calvert

Pam Kunkle, Lisa Calvert and Mary Jo Laughery

Mike Underwood and Cara Underwood

Chris Carlson and Jamie Carlson

Kimberly Kent and Jacob Kent

Steve Smith, Nancy Smith and Alicia Ciesielski

Mary Jo Laughery, Judee Eischeid, Pam Kunkle and Lorrie Stringham (standing)

Angie Crowder and Candice Salvin

Melissa Loest, Devan Seeck, Becky Peterson, Vicki Crannell and Lindsay Gillan

Dennis Flanery and Chris Carlson

Tiffany Stipe and Diane Flanery

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The 56th annual meeting of the Lake Panorama Association is Saturday, May 10 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Lake Panorama National Resort clubhouse. Each year, the LPA annual meeting provides a formal statement of the association’s financial position, plus reports on activities during the past year and plans for the coming year. Reports will be given by David Finneseth, LPA board president; Dennis Flanery, LPA board treasurer; and John Rutledge, LPA general manager. 

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The annual Lake Panorama Fin and Feather Banquet and Fundraiser will be held this Saturday, May 10, at The Captain’s Pick at Lake Panorama National. Social hour starts at 5 p.m. with dinner and auction beginning at 6 p.m. Cost is $50 per ticket.

Attendees can also join the “Big Skipper Club” for $150 and receive two dinner tickets, a family membership and entry into the Big Skipper raffle. All tickets will be waiting for attendees at the door. No tickets are sent out in advance. Walk-in guests are welcome, as tickets will be available on the night of the event. 

Event includes a live auction, silent auction and banquet games. Proceeds from the event help improve Lake Panorama by stocking fish and installing fish habitat. 

Call 641-755-2301 with any questions. 

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The annual Celebrate Guthrie Center event will be held tonight, Friday, May 9, at the Guthrie Activity Center at 209 State St. in Guthrie Center. Come celebrate what makes Guthrie Center a great place to call home. Attendees will eat a dinner catered by Cafe on the Hill and will hear about events and ongoings with many organizations in Guthrie Center. Social will start at 5:30 p.m., and dinner will start at 6 p.m. 

Reservations must be made in advance. Cost is $25/person. Buy your ticket from Guthrie Center Panora Fiber, Guthrie County State Bank and Peoples Bank.

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Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Taylor Wheatley reported a two-vehicle accident occurring on April 29 at 9:22 p.m. on 120^th Street near Bagley. Landon Gerald Carstens, 19, of Bagley, was driving  a 2018 Pete 389 tractor/semi-trailer eastbound on 120^th Street getting ready to turn north onto Quail Road. A 2017 Ford Explorer Limited driven by Joel Daniel Cooper, 18, of Bagley, was sitting on the side of the road storm-spotting and began moving westbound on 129^thStreet as Carstens began to turn. Carstens did not make the turn wide enough and side-swiped the Explorer. Damage to the Pete is estimated at $100. Damage to the Explorer is estimated at $5,000.