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Wed
06
Nov

Library to sponsor program on Grief and the Holidays


The Guttenberg Public Library will hold an informational program addressing Grief and the Holidays on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 1:30 - 3 p.m. in the library meeting room. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The upcoming holidays can be a time of joy and togetherness. They can also be stressful and challenging if you are experiencing a difficult life change or loss. 

Grief and the Holidays

Wed
06
Nov

SHIIP volunteers meet high standards


Kim Davis, Deb Hogan and Jim Solomon

By Caroline Rosacker

The Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) offers free, objective, and confidential services throughout Iowa to help individuals sort through information about Medicare and health insurance.

Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) empowers and assists Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers, to prevent, detect, and report suspected healthcare fraud, errors, and abuse through outreach, counseling, and education. 

Wed
06
Nov

Veterans Day program at school on Nov. 11

This year's community Veterans Day program will be held at the Clayton Ridge School gymnasium on Monday, Nov. 11, starting at 10 a.m. 

The event is being planned by faculty and students. All community members are welcome to attend.

The program will feature music, speeches, memorials and special recognitions. A community band and the Clayton Ridge Band will present patriotic music. For those interested in joining the community band, see the story on page 2.

Wed
30
Oct

Local Catholic parishes welcome Father Paul Ameyaw


Father Paul Ameyaw of Ghana, West Africa is grateful for the opportunity to serve local parishes, St. Mary's in Guttenberg, St. Joseph in Garnavillo and Immaculate Conception in North Buena Vista. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Local Catholic parishes  Immaculate Conception in North Buena Vista, St. Joseph in Garnavillo, and St. Mary's in Guttenberg welcome Father Paul Ameyaw of Ghana, West Africa, to lead their congregations in worship. 

Father Paul, an ordained Catholic Priest for 32 years, was born and raised in a deeply religious family dedicated to the Catholic Church. He was inspired to enter the priesthood when he was seven years old. 

Wed
30
Oct

C. R. student actors set to perform Romeo and Juliet


A mixed cast of Clayton Ridge high school and middle school student actors are set to perform William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" at the Garnavillo campus auditorium on Nov. 8, 9 and 10. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Clayton Ridge student actors are set to present William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet at the Garnavillo campus auditorium on Nov. 8, 9, and 10. The curtain will go up at the Friday and Saturday performances at 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Freewill donation admissions encourage everyone to have a night out at the theatre to see a timeless classic put on the stage.

Wed
30
Oct

Ballot summary for Nov. 5 general election

By Shelia Tomkins

Clayton County voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5, to choose candidates for county, state and federal offices. 

Polling sites open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. A complete list of polling sites appeared on page 14 of the Oct. 16 issue of The Press. 

Clayton County

Wed
23
Oct

Make Pearl's Diner your next stop for great food


Pearl's Diner serves 50's style food 7-days a week from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. on the corner of Hwy. 52 and Pearl Street. From left are owners, Tracy and Mike Dreesman. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

Pearl's Diner, conveniently located at 310 Pearl Street and Hwy. 52 in Guttenberg, is the newest addition to the area's growing business community. 

Open 7 days a week

Wed
23
Oct

Ticked Off Lyme Foundation offers support, awareness


Ticked Off Lyme Foundation Inc. is on a mission to bring awareness to Lyme Disease and to help aid with peer support through HOPE, HEALTH, and HEALING. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Lyme disease, also called Borreliosis, is passed to humans and animals from the bite of a tick that can carry the Borrelia bacteria. 

Although ticks carrying the bacteria are found across the United States,  Lyme disease is most common in the upper Midwest and the northeastern and mid-Atlantic states. It is also common in Europe and south-central and southeastern Canada.

Wed
23
Oct

Short agenda for city council monthly meeting

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council worked quickly through a short routine agenda when members met for the regular monthly meeting on Oct. 14.

Diana Johnson of Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission  spoke at a public hearing on the status of the city's $1.2 million water main improvement project. The hearing was a requirement for the $500,000 Community Development Block Grant that helped fund the project. She noted that the project is currently 98% complete.

Wed
16
Oct

Morbid Curiosities: An Evening With Edgar Allan Poe


Cedar Rapids storyteller Darrin Crow will portray Edgar Allan Poe on Thursday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Building auditorium. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Guttenberg Library Foundation will host Cedar Rapids storyteller Darrin Crow as he presents Morbid Curiosities: An Evening With Edgar Allan Poe on Thursday,  Oct. 24, at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Building auditorium. 

Audience members should prepare themselves for a spine-tingling journey through the life and stories of the great horror master. 

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