It’s official, Adair is home to the best slice of pizza in the state of Iowa.
A unique children’s program for shy and insecure readers is coming to the Stuart Public Library.
Director Sandy Pollard says ‘Reading with Joy’ is based off the theory that reading to a dog can help kids who are nervous about reading aloud. “It’s meant especially for kids who might be embarrassed to read out loud or might not read at quite the level they would like. They can come in and read to Joy. Studies show that kids are more relaxed when they read to dogs.”
The program is being offered by appointment only. For more information call 515-523-2152.
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The Guthrie Center School Board met Monday night.
The Board heard an update from Activities Director Shane Arp on the recommendation by students of a name, mascot, song and colors for activities representing the shared district of Adair-Casey and Guthrie Center, beginning in July. A poll in both districts shows A-C/G-C to be by far the most popular choice of name, with Chargers and Eagles being the two most popular mascots. The color combination of black and gold, currently used by both districts is most popular as well. A joint student committee from both districts will make a final recommendation to both school boards at a meeting next week.
Plus, Superintendent Steve Smith announced that English teacher Karla Mahaffey has accepted a position to become the Curriculum Director for Guthrie Center and Adair-Casey schools, beginning next school year.
Additionally, the Board unanimously approved the annual senior trip to Kansas City , which will take place from April 29th-30th. The students are selling Casey’s General Store pizza and donut discount cards to help fund their trip.
Finally, Smith reported that selection for the first shared activity between Adair-Casey and Guthrie Center, cheerleading, was already underway. Smith expressed a desire for middle and high school activities to have adult representation or coaches from both the Guthrie Center and Adair-Casey communities whenever possible.
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Republican Marci McClellan has announced her candidacy for the position of Guthrie County Auditor.
Applications are due soon for Guthrie County Youth Foundation scholarships.
The scholarships are available to any senior in high school or home schooled planning to further their education in two or three year programs that are in vocational, technical or medical fields.
Last year, 24 scholarships of $250 were awarded to graduates of Adair-Casey, Coon Rapids-Bayard, Guthrie Center, Panorama and West Central Valley.
Scholarships are funded by a $30 per year membership paid by individuals, businesses and organizations in Guthrie County.
Applications are available from high school guidance counselors or by emailing Luann Waldo atciapub2@netins.net.
Applications are due back by Monday, April 4th.