A generous anonymous private gift to the Greene County Medical Center Foundation started the “Investing in Tomorrow’s Care” $4 million capital campaign with a $2 million dollar gift, taking the campaign past the 50 percent mark before it really got started.
Read MoreMonth: February 2014
Beta Tau Delta gives Early Learning Center “a high”
Children at the Greene County Early Learning Center recently got a high, in fact several of them, as a result of a donation by Beta Tau Delta sorority, the children’s champion in Greene County.
Read MorePeckumn advocates for all Iowa rivers
Chair of Iowa Rivers Revival When the Raccoon River Watershed Association formed many years ago to improve the ecological health of the Raccoon River, Jerry Peckumn of rural Jefferson was one of the organizers. It seemed natural to him. “It started when I was a boy growing up on the farm,” he explained. “I liked to hunt and fish and hike…
Read MoreBlood drive in Jefferson March 11
Donors are needed for the Jefferson Community Blood Drive, on Tuesday, March 11, from 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Greene County Community Center, 204 West Harrison. Note the change of location, which will be effective until completion of the construction/renovation project at Greene County Medical Center.
Read MoreProposed county budget lowers tax levy as property values increase
The Greene County board of supervisors’ proposed budget for fiscal year 2015 is very close to a “second verse, same as the first” when compared to the current year budget. Once again, the supervisors have adjusted the levy rates downward as property values have increased. Revenues are expected to be virtually unchanged, as are expenses and the ending fund balance.
Read MoreJeff council delays on study of water and sewer needs
With two council members absent the Jefferson city council did not have enough assenting votes at its regular meeting Feb. 25 to approve a study of the water and sewer systems in the northwest portion of the city. City engineer John Milligan proposed a contract for a $13,750 study by MHF Engineering to determine the current condition and capacity of…
Read MoreGrow Greene County plans presentation for IRGC
Economic impact study of casino not favorable to Greene County As the Grow Greene County Gaming Corporation prepares to make a presentation to the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission next week promoting a casino license for Greene County, members received disheartening information. Consultants hired by the commission last summer to study whether the casino market is saturated reported their findings…
Read MoreHistory Boy posts casting all for June production
History Boy Theatre Co. will hold open auditions for its 2014 summer musical production, Golden Boy of the Blue Ridge. Auditions will be held Saturday, March 22, at 7 pm at History Boy Theatre Co, 115 S. Wilson, in Jefferson. Those auditioning should be prepared to move and sing 60 seconds of a prepared song (a capella or bring the…
Read MoreSoccer, track on the JPRD schedule
Registrations are now being accepted for two Jefferson park and recreation department programs. The spring soccer season for U8-U12 players is right around the corner. Registration deadline is Thursday, March 6. Players who register after March 6 are not guaranteed a spot on a team. Practices will begin the week of March 24.
Read MoreWinners told in Elks essay contest
Two sixth graders from Greene County Middle School were among the top winners in the Iowa Elks Northwest District Essay Contest “Our Flag…What it Means to Me”. Emily Hofer placed second in the girls competition and Xavier Hayes placed third in the boys competition. Both won the Jefferson Elks Lodge #2306 local contest in their respective divisions. There were 69…
Read MoreRippey library tells upcoming events
The Rippey Public Library staff will kick off March hosting a birthday party for Dr Seuss Monday, March 3, from 1 to 6 pm. Patrons are invited to eat Dr Seuss cupcakes and check out Dr Seuss books. The library staff reminds area readers of the Greene County Reads discussions of “Letters from Skye” by Jessica Brockmole Wednesday, March 12,…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Feb. 21
In Greene County magistrate court a case was initiated against Nathan Allen Zollars of Dana on a charge of reckless use of a firearm. Persons paid fines for scheduled traffic violations during the week that ended Feb. 21 as follows: Nolan Roger Wilson and Timothy Dean Blake, both of Jefferson, failure to maintain control, $100; Christopher Kevin Derry, address not…
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