There were almost as many cameras as vehicles when the Lincoln Highway Association’s Henry B. Joy Tour came through Greene County Tuesday. Although there were more than 50 cars on the tour, some drivers bypassed Grand Junction, Jefferson and Scranton and stayed on Highway 30 instead. Those who stayed on the old Lincoln Highway graciously allowed their cars to be…
Read MoreDay: July 1, 2015
Jefferson Matters plans community yard sale, Social Media Social
Jefferson Matters: Main Street is planning a pair of events — one for all area residents, and one primarily for businesses. Jefferson Matters is coordinating a yard sale on the courthouse lawn Saturday, July 11, from 7:30 am to noon. Vendors and direct sales reps are welcome, along with anyone who has items for sale at yard sale prices. There…
Read MoreOrientation slated for HS equivalency diploma program
Area residents who are 16 years or older (and not attending school) who have not completed a high school degree are encouraged to be part of the high school equivalency diploma (HSED) program conducted by Iowa Central Community College. Participants in the program will prepare for computer based HiSET testing to receive a HSED from the Iowa Department of Education.…
Read MoreWhat didn’t happen is an important story to tell
We journalists don’t write about things that didn’t happen. Our readers learn from us of events that took place. We share facts as we have them, verified by trusted sources. It’s our job. Our credibility depends on it. Sometimes, though, what didn’t happen is as big and just as important as what did happen. A party in Hardin Township last…
Read MoreScranton Betterment plans swim bus
The Scranton Betterment Committee is once again sponsoring the swim bus taking youngsters to the Jefferson pool this summer. The bus will travel on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning July 7 and continuing through Aug. 13.
Read MoreWeather forecast now at GCNO
The weather comes, no matter what, and it has now come to GreeneCountyNewsOnline. A five-day weather forecast for Jefferson via Weather Underground is now posted on GreeneCountyNewsOnline. You’ll find it by scrolling through the ad/links that make it possible to continue providing accurate, timely news at no charge. Clicking on the Weather Bug logo at the bottom right corner of the…
Read MoreWill O’Malley be an extension of Obama?
~a column by Colleen O’Brien On Sunday at a farm northwest of Carroll, a reporter asked Democratic Presidential candidate Martin O’Malley a question similar to the above headline. The candidate managed to keep himself from rolling his eyes. To the reporter and earlier, during his speech and in conversations with supporters, he said these things: “I admire President Obama, and…
Read MoreCelebrate the Fourth of July in Yale
(Editor’s note: A fireworks display is scheduled at dusk on the Fourth of July at the Greene County Fairgrounds, but there are no other special holiday celebrations planned. The Scranton Journal provides the following listing of activities in Yale, a town that goes all-out for the Fourth of July.) The Yale Community Club has planned another big celebration for Independence…
Read MoreGrow Greene still discussing use of gaming proceeds
While construction crews and the newly-hired employees of Wild Rose Jefferson are preparing for the Aug. 1 opening of the casino, Grow Greene County Gaming Corporation is working at developing guidelines for distributing the charitable funds generated there. Grow Greene, qualifying sponsor organization for Wild Rose, expects to disburse about $1.5 million annually for charitable and community projects. The money…
Read MoreFourth of July weekend looking good for state park visitors
Iowa state parks are gearing up for the Fourth of July weekend and are ready to welcome thousands of campers, cabin renters, picnickers and outdoor enthusiasts. The weather forecast for most of the state and weekend is favoring plenty of outdoor activity. “State Parks are great destinations for these major summer holidays,” says Todd Coffelt, DNR state parks bureau chief.…
Read MoreAssessor discusses industrial tax exemption with supervisors
An incentive to attract industry and benefit existing industries in the county is under consideration by the Greene County board of supervisors. The supervisors at their regular meeting June 29 heard information from county assessor Linda Spearman about an industrial tax exemption for the Bauer plant just outside the Paton city limits.
Read MoreBardole, Rinehart on ballot for IA Soybean Assoc board
A pair of local farmers seek to contribute their experience to improve the competitiveness of Iowa soybeans. At Large candidates Tim Bardole of Rippey and Greg Rinehart of Boone are running for the Iowa Soybean Association board of directors.
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