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Wed
05
Jul

First energy district breakfast held in Guttenberg

Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/05/2017 - 09:10

Andy Johnson of the Winneshiek Energy District presented on energy districts and opportunities on June 23. The City of Guttenberg offers rebates on LED and CFL bulbs for residents wishing to make the update. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

In 2013, the annual expense for electrical usage on Guttenberg city streetlights and major security lights was around $13,000. The City of Guttenberg began updating all fixtures, sensors and bulbs that year with more energy efficient models, leading the way in Clayton County. “At last fiscal year, the expense was $4,060 – a savings of 68 percent,” reported Assistant City Manager Jamie Blume at the first quarterly breakfast of the Clayton County Energy District in Guttenberg on Friday, June 23.

Wed
28
Jun

Combat Veterans 4th Annual Benefit Ride/Cruise July 7 & 8

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 11:38

By Jane Thein

Registration for the 4th Annual Combat Veterans Ride/Cruise, sponsored by Eastern Iowa Chapter 39-3, will be 5-9 p.m. Friday, July 7, for the 11 a.m. pre-ride and 7-10:45 a.m. Saturday, July 8, at the Elkport Campground for the ride/cruise. 

One donation of $15 per bike/car gets you everything both days, including food. The ride, open to motorcycles, cars and trucks, will make stops in Wadena, Monona, Guttenberg, and Colesburg.

Wed
28
Jun

Ingleside anniversary, cow art will highlight River of Music

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 11:36

A Technicolor Holstein is Meuser Lumber Co.'s contribution to the summer cow sculpture contest, sponsored by Umbrella Arts. View more cow art this Friday at the River of Music Concert. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

The River of Music concert in Guttenberg this Friday, June 30, will include a short celebration of Ingleside Club’s 115 years.    

The club was established in 1902, when eight Guttenberg women decided to beautify the riverfront by turning a cow pasture into Ingleside Park.   

Wed
28
Jun

Fireworks and more Saturday, July 1

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 11:35

Stars & Stripes Grand Marshals From left are Joyce Kopecky and Rosalie Kickbush, leaders of The Veterans Angels. The group is being honored for their contributions to area veterans, pieceing and quilting blankets with love, prayers and healing thoughts to give to vets since 2013. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

The iconic summer Stars and Stripes Celebration, hosted by the Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled to take place this Saturday, kicking off with the Farmer’s Market at 8 a.m. on the 400 block of South River Park Drive, and ending in the timeless custom of fireworks over the Mississippi River. The third annual Interact 5K Walk/Run will also be held that morning at 8 a.m., with registration beginning at 7 a.m. at the gazebo in Ingleside Park.

Wed
28
Jun

Finches declared Stars & Stripes Super Seniors

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 11:34

From their solid family business to their civic engagement, Charles and Joanne Finch have helped shape the Guttenberg community. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

The Stars and Stripes committee has chosen to honor Charles and Joanne Finch as the Super Seniors for this year’s celebration on July 1. “The Finches are hard working, model community members,” said Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce Director Emily Sadewasser. “Their contributions to local business and culture over their shared lives are immeasurable.” 

Wed
21
Jun

Facility improvements to begin; new teacher hired

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 10:47

The Clayton Ridge School Board met in regular session on Thursday, June 8, at 7 p.m. in the middle school library.  Members in attendance were John Heying, Ellen Johnson, Mike Finnegan and Kathy Ihde. Christine Aulwes, Jason Reimer and Alicia Helle were absent. Also in attendance were Superintendent Shane Wahls, Principal Andy Peterson, Steve Hoff, Dave Schlueter, Mary Seifert, Bob Bodish, Darrin Troester and Mary Ann Troester.

Payment to BLDD in the amount of $38,219.49 was approved for schematic design and design development at the Guttenberg site pending clarification on several cost items.  

Wed
21
Jun

Fatality following one-vehicle accident west of Guttenberg

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 10:45

By Shelia Tomkins

A Guttenberg teenager has died following a one-car rollover accident on Monday, June 12, west of Guttenberg. Emma Hefel, 16, died Thursday, June 15, at University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City.

She was one of three teens injured in the accident that took place at approximately 4 p.m. a week ago Monday on Garber Road, just west of 310th Street. 

Wed
21
Jun

Fireworks legal in Iowa, but still illegal in Guttenberg

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 10:43

Although the new Iowa fireworks law doesn't change the rules in Guttenberg, residents can still enjoy a colorful display on Saturday, July 1, during the Chamber of Commerce's annual Stars & Stripes celebration. (Press photo by Molly Moser)

By Molly Moser

Early last month, Iowa Governor Terry Branstad signed a new law into effect that allows fireworks to be sold throughout the state to buyers age 18 and up. According to the bill, fireworks companies with permanent buildings can sell fireworks June 1 through July 8 and Dec. 1 through Jan. 3, in conjunction with the Fourth of July and New Year’s celebrations. Fireworks companies with temporary buildings, or tents, can only sell fireworks June 13 through July 8. 

Wed
21
Jun

New shop opens in Guttenberg Starving Artists: Purposefully made, carefully curated

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 10:43

From left, Molly Moser, Stephanie Svoboda, and Emily Sadewasser will welcome customers in their new store, Starving Artists, starting Saturday, June 24. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins)

By Shelia Tomkins

Sisters Emily Sadewasser and Molly Moser have teamed up with Vinton, Iowa native Stephanie Svoboda to create Starving Artists, an eclectic shop featuring handmade artwork, fun antiques, and one-of-a-kind designs. The storefront will open for business at 222 S. River Park Drive, Guttenberg, on Saturday, June 24, with a grand opening set for Friday, July 14. 

Wed
07
Jun

Volunteers, donations sought for Stars and Stripes event

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/07/2017 - 09:15

By Shelia Tomkins

Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce committee members are gearing up for the community's annual Stars and Stripes celebration on Saturday, July 1. 

Monetary donations are currently being sought for the fireworks display that evening. Estimated cost of this year's fireworks is $4,400. "Your contribution will help us to provide our residents and visitors with a dazzling show to remember," said Emily Sadewasser, Chamber director.

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