NEWS
Panora City Council approves Urban Renewal Area expansion
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette During the regular meeting of the Panora City Council on Nov. 24, the council held a public hearing on the proposed expansion of the Central Panora Urban Renewal Area. “We had our consultation meeting, which nobody attended, and then we...
‘Happy Trails’ to Coffman and Lake
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette On Monday, Nov. 24, a “Happy Trails” retirement event was held for Deb Coffman and Don Lake, who are retiring from their longtime positions in the Activities department at The New Homestead in Guthrie Center. Attendees enjoyed visiting...
Retiree’s knives carve out a niche
Darwin Wetzel says his years of working with metal have served him well, giving him knowledge of the technical aspects of the steel he works with. By Rich Wicks | Guthrie Center Times, November 2025 After retiring and facing a lengthy ordeal with diabetic...
Sleigh bells ring
Special to the Times Vedette The Bruce Riddle family, 100 West Third St. in Casey, is collecting donations for the Adair Casey Food Pantry during the holiday season from 3-9:30 p.m. Simply leave items in the sleigh, located in one of the most decorated yards in town....
Be aware of the warning signs of problem gambling
Special to the Times Vedette The winter holidays are right around the corner. We often think of warm, cozy gatherings with family and friends, sharing our favorite foods, beverages and seasonal treats. But, did you know that another holiday tradition some people enjoy...
Hester Joins EXIT Country Realty in Panora
Special to the Times VedetteEXIT Country Realty announced that Joel Hester has joined its team of real estate sales professionals. EXIT Country Realty, located at 108 E. Main St. in Panora, is a member of EXIT Realty Upper Midwest's network of independently owned and...
Cribbage results from Nov. 19
Special to the Times Vedette On Nov. 19, a total of 13 players participated. Paul McCool and Dennis Betts each got a 16; Rhonda Titus and Robert Klever got two 16s; and Richard Ellis, Dave Richter and Lela Schwartz won with a 20. The Guthrie Center cribbage players...
HawkGuy says he never ‘tires’ of bike repair
Willis Sheeder enjoys giving bicycles another life. By Rich Wicks | Guthrie Center Times, November 2025 Willis Sheeder of Guthrie Center enjoys riding his bicycle, and that has led to him working on bikes as well. His business name is “HawkGuy The Bike Guy.”...
More than 150 attend Veterans Pancake Breakfast fundraiser
By Shane Goodman | Times Vedette A freewill donation Veterans Pancake Breakfast was held Saturday, Nov. 15 from 8-11 a.m. at The Captain’s Pick, and more than 150 people were served. Proceeds from the fundraiser, which were nearly $4,000, are going to VFW Post 5510...
Have a favorite holiday recipe?
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette Most families have an item that simply MUST be on the table during the holidays. The December issues of Guthrie Center Times and Panora Times will feature some of these favorite holiday recipes. If your family has such a recipe, submit it...