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‘Who Do You Think We Are’ at Casey Public Library April 11
Special to the Times Vedette April 19-25 is National Library Week. We have several things planned, so stay tuned. The Casey Public Library has received funding from Humanities Iowa, a private nonprofit, to host a presentation called “Iowa’s Ethnic Heritage, or ‘Who Do...
Cribbage results from March 27 and March 30
Special to the Times Vedette On March 27, a total of six players participated. Dave Richter and Lela Schwartz each got a 16; Sandy Rumelhart and Bill Sheeder divided a 20. On March 30, Roy Carl got two 16s; Sandy Rumelhart got a 20; Bill Sheeder got a 16 and a 20; and...
49th Annual IHSSA All-State Individual Events Festival to televise on MC22
Special to the Times Vedette Mediacom Communications subscribers can watch coverage from the 49th Annual Iowa High School Speech Association(IHSSA) All-State Individual Events Festival on Mediacom’s local programming channel, MC22, beginning April 10 at 7 p.m. The...
So much more than just books
By Karen Kelly | Special to the Times Vedette “The right book in the hands of the right person at exactly the right moment can change their life forever” is a quotation from “This Book Made Me Think of You” by Libby Page, and this book proves it. Last week, one of my...
Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Report — March 23-29, 2026
3-23-26 7:52 a.m. Guthrie County Deputies responded to a two-vehicle accident in Guthrie Center 9:48 a.m. Stuart Police took a theft report 11:58 a.m. Guthrie County Deputy, Reserve, Sheriff and K9 conducted a traffic stop and arrested one individual 12:11 p.m. Panora...
Pocket change
Most of us have questioned the need for the penny — and not quietly. At this point, finding one feels less like luck and more like spotting a triple-yolk egg: technically possible, but are we sure it’s worth the excitement? We now know it costs more than a cent to...
The first weekend of March Madness did not disappoint
By Cyote Williams | Times Vedette I had a friend ask me earlier this week, “Why is it called March Madness if the most important games are played in April?” I didn’t have a good answer. The entire Final Four and National Championship are played in April in a...
GCH reports on HR and training data
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette During the March 26 meeting of the Guthrie County Hospital Board of Trustees, Chief Human Resources Officer Mary Anderson summarized the hiring and personnel status. “We are doing very well in the recruitment area. We are down to four job...
Stephens put down roots with Thyme to Grow
Natalie Stephens of Guthrie Center has had a lifelong love of baking and gardening. By Rich Wicks | Guthrie Center Times, March 2026 Natalie and Dave Stephens of Guthrie Center are relatively new to town, but the area has grown on them. “We moved here...
Yester Years
10 years ago From the archives of The Guthrie County Vedette, March 31, 2016 THERE IT IS! Dave Arganbright gives a little help to grandson Hank Harney during Saturday's Easter egg hunt in Panora. ___________________________________________ 20 years ago From the...
Happy birthday to you!
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette We have started a new weekly feature each Friday in the Times Vedette, as we will add the birthdays and anniversaries for the following week of people with past or present ties to the area. To submit yours, or for corrections, email...
PAWS captures state championship with dominant performance
Special to the Times Vedette The Perry Area Winter Swim Team (PAWS) made waves this season, showing dedication, teamwork and spirit, according to head coach Dana Stein. “From practices to meets, every swimmer brought his or her best effort and defined the team’s...
Holy Week services
Palm Sunday, Holy Week and Easter are coming up soon. Here is a listing of some services in the area. To add yours, email rich@gctimesnews.com Saturday, March 28 Palm Sunday and Passion of the Lord service, 4:30 p.m. at All Saints Catholic Church, 216 All Saints...
Upcoming events in the area
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette Legion Bingo March 28 American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 124 will hold Saturday bingo March 28 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. A freewill donation dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. with bingo starting at 7 p.m....
Beidelman marks 50 years in Legion
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette At a recent meeting of the Panora American Legion (Post 372), Dave Beidelman was honored for reaching the 50-year milestone as a Legion member.
Attorney General Brenna Bird visits daycare center in Guthrie County
Special to the Times Vedette On Friday, March 20, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird visited Panorama Daycare Center in Panora. Attorney General Bird toured the facility alongside owner and director Christine Litwiller, who discussed the process of purchasing and...
Chamber of commerce encourages you to vote for new Panora town slogan
Special to the Times Vedette The Panora Chamber of Commerce is seeking input on a new town slogan for the community. The top six slogans so far are: “Come for the view, stay for the people.” “Small town, smooth water.” “Where the hills begin.” “Come for the fun, stay...
Candidates for June Primary posted
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette The web page of the Guthrie County Auditor/Commissioner of Elections has posted the names of candidates who filed for the June 2, 2026, Primary Election. The following candidates have filed nomination papers with the County Auditor to...
Cribbage results from March 25
Special to the Times Vedette On March 25, Wayne Nickel got three 16s; Bruce Bailey got 17, 17 and a 20; Dennis Betts got a 20 and a 17; Allen Pierce and Robert Klever got a 16; Dick Ellis got two 17s; and Sandy Rumelhart ended up with a 21. The Guthrie Center cribbage...
