Maggie Armstrong, Shelli Larsen, Carol Wendl, Dave Brown, MJ Brown, Carter Nordman, Jim Wendl and Jolene Goodman
By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette
A Sunset Pontoon Cruise package donated by Jolene Goodman at the PEO Fashion Show on Aug. 12 was purchased by MJ Brown. She and six companions set sail on Sept. 27, taking full advantage of the beautiful early fall weather for a relaxing afternoon on the water while enjoying beverages and snacks.
Thick vegetation did not deter these volunteers.
A Monarch butterfly fuels up before continuing its migration to warmer areas.
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
On Saturday, Sept. 26, as part of Statewide Volunteer Day for Iowa’s state parks, a small but mighty group of volunteers at Springbrook State Park worked on removing invasive plants. Pollinator plots have been created in areas of the park to help native plants thrive, which controls erosion and provides natural habitat for many insects, birds and other animals. Using pruners and elbow grease, the volunteers cut and pulled out many invasive plants to leave room for native species to thrive.
Anne Riordan, Amanda Doran and Kelly Gordon after a job well done.
Kelly Gordon and Amanda Doran dig in.
The serving line included lots of delicious sides.
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
The annual Casey Steak Fry event was held Saturday and brought together great food and hundreds of hungry eaters to support the Casey Fire Department. Locally donated items were also raffled off.
Jeff Larson grills onions.
Marcus Fagan and CJ Rockholz cook the steaks.
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The Adair Women’s Club met Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Adair Library. The meeting began with a program presented by Gina Gettler and her therapy dog, Lily, assisted by Kristin Sheffield, principal from the Earlham Community School District. Lily has been trained to visit schools, libraries, nursing homes and other places to provide therapy involving comfort, security and companionship. She visits the Earlham school twice a week.
Following the program, co-president Sheryl Miller called the meeting to order and members recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Nine members and three guests answered the roll call topic, “Tell about your favorite pet.” Pat Pettinger gave the secretary’s and treasurer’s reports, which were approved.
Halloween was discussed. Members are asked to donate candy and/or small toys to fill the treat bags from Women’s Club. This will possibly be done before or during the next meeting. The bags will be handed out at Patsy Wood’s home. The Festival of Trees committee met prior to the meeting tonight to begin making plans for the annual event to be held Dec. 5 at the Adair Fire Hall.
Community news was shared, including the upcoming Adair Farmers and Crafts Markets and the craft making opportunity at the Adair Library.
The next meeting will be held on Oct. 28 with the program presented by Darrin Plowman of Plowman Earthmoving. Jan Mueller will be the hostess.
Refreshments were served by Sheryl Miller.
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
The Sept. 29 Guthrie County Board of Supervisors meeting was cancelled due to no items on the agenda. The next regular meeting will be Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 9 a.m. The public is welcome.
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On Sept. 25, a total of 14 players participated. Rhonda Titus got a 24; Roy Carl and Dennis Betts each got a 16; Dick Ellis got a 17; and Robert Klever got an 18.
On Sept. 28, a total of 10 players participated. Roy Carl got an 18; Dave Kading got a 16; Dr. James Shultz got two 16s; and Dan Webb and Robert Klever each got a 20.
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.