News & Notes
Ports of Discovery Boats Parade | Sept. 5, McGregor and Marquette
Ports of Discovery Boats Parade
September 5, 6pm
See poster below for entry information
Spectators can watch from the Marquette and McGregor riverfront.
Triangle Park: enjoy music from the German Band from 12-2pm and free carriage rides from 12-4pm
US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Jump | Aug. 23, Guttenberg
Guttenberg is happy to announce the US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Jump to be held in the Stephen D. Shannon Memorial Athletic Complex in Guttenberg on Sunday August 23 at 2pm! Please share this unique opportunity to witness a spectacular show from our nations beloved paratrooper demonstration team right here in Clayton County! There is no admission and everyone is welcome to attend, but we are asking all participants to wear a mask and to social distance at this event.
Flyer Final
Elkader Model Train Show | August 16
Elkader Model Train Show
Sunday, August 16, 10am-4pm
Johnson Reception Hall at 910 High St. Elkader, IA
Family fun event for all ages
Admission: adults $4.00, Kids 6 – 12 $2.00 , under 5 Free
Free Parking, Lunch Stand and Door prizes.
All proceeds go to fund the Elkader Depot
For more information, call 563-880-2066.
Maiden Voyage Tours Sunset Cruises
Maiden Voyage Tours is offering sunset cruises on Saturdays and Sundays at 7pm, launching from Marquette. Book online today or call 563-880-8970 for an unforgettable Mississippi River experience!
Edgewood Pro Rodeo Days Postponed
Edgewood’s Pro Rodeo days 2020 has been postponed. The Board of Directors will continue to work with public health officials, medical experts, county officials, and the PRCA to implement a comprehensive plan that ensures the health and safety or our competitors, attendees, volunteers, and citizens. The Chamber will be making further announcements regarding specific events, schedules, and other details if an alternative weekend celebration comes to fruition.
Virtual Turkey River Safari
Welcome to the Turkey River Safari!
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, this is a summer-long adventure that will take you and your family to new and favorite places throughout the Turkey River Corridor. This year, the safari is going VIRTUAL! As you visit each site, snap a selfie and post to Instagram and/or Facebook with the hashtag #TurkeyRiverSafari and tag Turkey River Recreational Corridor!
Please keep social distancing recommendations in mind as you travel the Corridor and let the adventure BEGIN!
View and download the Safari guidebook HERE!
Clayton County Farmers Markets
Warmer weather is here and with it, farmers markets! Find fresh produce, flowers, and more at one of Clayton County’s seven markets!
IOWANS TOLD THEY MUST RETURN WHEN RECALLED AFTER CORONAVIRUS LAYOFFS
KIMT3 News reports: Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) says employees who refused to return to work when recalled by their employer will lose unemployment benefits, except for the following circumstances:
• If you have tested positive for COVID-19 and are experiencing symptoms;
• If you have recovered but it caused medical complications rendering you unable to perform essential job duties;
• If a member of your household has been diagnosed with COVID-19;
• If you are providing care for a member of your household who was diagnosed with COVID-19;
• If you do not have childcare due to COVID-19 reasons; or
• If you do not have transportation to your place of work because of COVID-19.
IWD says refusing to return to work when recalled for any other reason, or in an attempt to continue to draw unemployment benefits will be considered a “voluntary quit” which would disqualify a person from receiving benefits and that includes the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation benefit of $600 a week.
Continue reading here.
ATTENTION EMPLOYERS: If you have offered work to employees and your employee refuses to return to work, you must notify Iowa Workforce Development here: https://www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov/job-offer-decline-form-employers
Updates on Guttenberg and Garnavillo Businesses
It is now more important than ever that area residents support their local businesses. Due to recent concerns over the spread of Covid-19 many area retailers and restaurants have had to re-think how they serve the public. Click here to learn about how you can support Guttenberg and Garnavillo businesses.
