Q: HOW MANY STOPLIGHTS ARE LOCATED IN GUTHRIE COUNTY?
A: The Iowa DOT says they do not own or operate any traffic signals in Guthrie County, However, Guthrie County does have a blinking red light at the train tracks in Stuart and a few on top of stop signs around the county. If you are curious, Butler County, located in northeast Iowa, is said to be the only Iowa county with no stoplights of any sort — or four-lane roads, a hospital, a movie theater or a fast food chain.
Q: I HEARD THE FARMERS MARKETS IS CONTINUING INDOORS IN PANORA. WHAT’S THE SCOOP?
A: Yes. Panorama Gardens, 3055 Highway 44, is holding a Morning Market on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Co-owner Landon Loftsgard said they hope to have baked goods, arts and crafts vendors, produce, meats, food trucks, salsa and basically anything that would be at a traditional farmers market. If all goes well, they hope to eventually add live music, too. The Market started Sept. 27 and plans to run through May 2.
Q: I PLAN TO KAYAK WHILE THE LAKE LEVEL IS LOW. IF I FIND SOME INTERESTING ITEMS, CAN I SEND PHOTOS?
A: You bet! Please send photos to shane@dmcityview.com.
Q: I SEE THAT YOU ARE PUBLISHING COMMUNITY MAPS NOW. HOW DO I GET ONE FOR PANORA?
A: We now publish nine of these maps including Panora. All the maps can be viewed at https://maps.biggreenumbrellamedia.com. You can choose to view the map as a PDF download or as an interactive map that shows offers from each of the advertisers as well. This version works especially well on mobile phones. And, of course, you can pick up printed copies at dozens of area merchants.
Q: DO YOU STORE ITEMS OTHER THAN BOATS AND RVS AT YOUR FACILITY IN GUTHRIE CENTER? I HAVE A LAWN MOWER AND A MOTORCYCLE I WOULD LIKE TO GET OUT OF MY GARAGE?
A: Yes, we can store just about anything, as long as it is legal. Our basic rates can be seen at www.storage.biggreenumbrellamedia.com, but reach out and we will be glad to work out a custom deal for you with smaller items.
Q: I HAVE A SUGGESTION ON A HOME YOU SHOULD FEATURE IN YOUR HOME IMPROVEMENT GUIDES, WHICH I THINK ARE GREAT. ARE YOU INTERESTED?
A: Yes, please send any suggestions to Tammy Pearson at tammy@iowalivingmagazines.com.