The magic begins when you pick up a book… “Believe…The Magic of Fairytales” is January’s theme in the Jefferson Public Library children’s department. Children can spy Cinderella’s slipper, Ariel’s fork (hairbrush), Aladdin’s magic lamp, and more during the “I Spy” contests. Children in grades 2-5 are invited to pick up a reading and activity packet and read about Rapunzel, Jack in the Beanstalk,…
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It might not be Sochi, but Jefferson has ice skating
Next month ice skating will captivate Americans as the Winter Olympics claim the international spotlight. Figure skating, speed skating and ice hockey in far-away Sochi, Russia will hold our attention. A small but energetic group of Jefferson residents want folks to know that ice skating isn’t just for the Olympics, it’s for everyone, and it’s as close as Chautauqua Park…
Read MoreTotal taxable valuation up in Greene County
Paton sees large increase due to Bauer Built activity The trend of increasing taxable valuations in Greene County continued in 2013, particularly in the city of Paton and the Paton-Churdan school district. According to Pam Olerich, real estate and tax coordinator in the county auditor’s office, total valuation in the city of Paton increased 37.18 percent, up to $6,677,300. Total…
Read MoreMany brave cold for free weekend at Community Center
Winger wins six month membership The Jefferson park and recreation department hosted a free weekend at the Greene CountyCommunity Center. Visitors were allowed to use the community center during regular hours on Saturday, Jan. 4, and Sunday, Jan. 5, without paying the usual daily fee. Even with bitter temperatures, the GCCC was a popular place to be both days, with more than 30…
Read MoreStill time to join New Year, New You Challenge
It’s not too late to join the New Year, New You Challenge at the Greene County Community Center. The challenge began Jan. 6, but anyone can join through the end of the month. The 2014 New Year, New You Challenge is a 12-week program that can be done by anyone, anywhere. Every two weeks, participants will be challenged with a…
Read More“Polar vortex” hits Greene County
Iowa “Frozen,” in 3-D While Disney’s “Frozen” was showing at the Sierra Community Theatre, Iowa and the entire Midwest was exactly that… frozen! Bitter cold early in the week closed Greene County and Paton-Churdan schools on Monday and caused a two-hour delay Tuesday, but there were no serious impacts from the cold reported in Greene County.
Read MoreAPE Charity offers free non-surgical neutering of male dogs
Zeuterathon slated for Jan.18 in Ames Owners of male dogs can have them altered at no charge at a one day Zeuterathon Saturday, Jan. 18, in Ames. The event is sponsored by Animal Protection and Education (APE) Charity of Paton and Ark Charities, with help from the Iowa State University Pre-Vet Club.
Read MoreChildren’s vision screening in Churdan Jan. 15
The Churdan Public Library and the Churdan Lions Club will sponsor a free vision screening test for children 6 month to 5 years old Wednesday, Jan. 15, at about 9:30 am. The vision screening produces images of a child’s eyes to determine the presence of eye disorders and is 85-90 percent effective in detecting problems that can cause reduced vision. No physical…
Read MoreCompensation board recommends 3 percent wage increases
The Greene County compensation board will recommend to the county board of supervisors a 3 percent pay increase for county elected officials for fiscal year 2015. The compensation board met Monday morning and heard brief presentations from the various officials. County sheriff Steve Haupert, treasurer Donna Lawson, recorder Marcia Tasler, auditor Jane Heun and attorney Nicola Martino all requested the…
Read MorePink Out bracelets available
The Greene County girls basketball team is selling “Pink-Out” bracelets in honor of families that have had loved ones battle caner. The bracelets will be a reminder that no one fights alone. Bracelets cost $2 and can be purchased from any varsity team member. The Pink-Out date is Jan. 28. Greene County will host South Hamilton with the girls game starting at 6 pm.
Read MoreGrow Greene County application on IRGC agenda
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission will discuss at its meeting Jan. 9 in Waterloo its timeline for dealing with an application for a license for a casino in Jefferson. Five members of the Grow Greene County Gaming Commission plan to attend. Wild Rose Jefferson and the Grow Greene County Gaming Commission filed an application for a license with the Racing and…
Read MoreBoard of supervisors make few changes for 2014
The Greene County board of supervisors at its regular meeting Jan. 2 organized for 2014 with very few changes from the old year. John Muir was reappointed at board chair and Guy Richardson was reappointed as vice-chair. Regular meetings will continue to be held Mondays at 8:30 am (Tuesdays after a designated Monday holiday), and Thursdays at 8:30 am during…
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