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Upcoming events in the area
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette Santa visits Panora Nov. 26 On Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 5:30 p.m., Santa Claus will be at the Panora town square and gazebo to see the lighted decorations at the town square and to start spreading holiday cheer. Turkey Trot Nov. 27 in Panora...
‘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...
Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report — Week of Nov. 24, 2025
Released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through...
Holiday season church services
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette This time of year, many local churches hold special services for Thanksgiving, Advent, Christmas and/or New Year’s. Below is a partial listing. Additional services or updates can be sent to rich@gctimesnews.com. Wednesday, Nov. 26 - St....
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...
More than just books
By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette In a few days, families will be gathering to celebrate Thanksgiving. We look forward to family time, and while we are thankful for the chance to all be together, sometimes all that togetherness can be a lot. Here is a...
Charles ‘Chuck’ Hawley
1940-2025 Charles “Chuck” Mason Hawley, 85, son of Merle and Alice (Underwood) Hawley, was born Nov. 7, 1940, in Anamosa. He passed away Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. Chuck graduated from Olin High School and Upper Iowa University. On July...
Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Report — Nov. 17-23, 2025
11-17-25 8:30 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy responded to a complaint in Guthrie Center 9:10 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy assisted an individual in Guthrie Center 10:10 a.m. Stuart Police responded to a report of a possible fraud 12:08 p.m. Guthrie County Deputy and Reserve...
A well-deserved gravy train
Turkey. Stuffing. Green bean casserole. Hot rolls. Cranberry sauce. Mashed potatoes. Those are the foods that often grace our dining table on Thanksgiving day, along with one other customary staple — gravy. Yes, gravy. The wonderful potato topper made from the juices...
Panorama boys and girls basketball to scrimmage Greene County tonight
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette Panorama’s boys and girls basketball squads will get their first action tonight, Friday, Nov. 21, in the form of scrimmages against Greene County at home. The girls game starts at 6 p.m., and the boys game is at 7:30 p.m.
Panorama girls wrestling competes at 2025 Central Iowa Varsity Kickoff on Saturday
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette The Panorama girls wrestling squad competes at the 2025 Central Iowa Varsity Kickoff on Saturday, Nov. 22. A total of 34 teams will be competing at the event.
Charger girls basketball 8th in preseason rankings, first game on Monday against IKM-Manning
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette The ACGC girls basketball team is ranked 8th in 2A heading into the season after the IGHSAU posted its preseason rankings. The Chargers finished last season 22-2 after losing in the Region 1 Championship game. Their season begins at...
Vaughan named District Coach of the Year, Largent 3rdTeam All-State
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette The ACGC volleyball team announced two more award winners after its successful 2025 campaign. Head Coach Caley Vaughan was named the 2A Central District Coach of the Year. She led the Chargers to a 24-12 record in her first year at...
Iowa high school state football championships and World Cup madness
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette State football championships It’s football championship week here in Iowa. Some champions have already been determined: Class 8-player, won by Bishop Garrigan over Woodbine, 44-42. Class A, won by MMCRU over Saint Ansgar, 30-17. Class...
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.”...
