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 MoreMonth: July 2015
Fourth 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.
Read MoreHoliday closings told
Because the Independence Day holiday falls on a Saturday, Jefferson city offices, Greene County offices, an state offices (including the clerk of court and the Greene County Extension office) will be closed Friday, July 3, so that employees receive the benefit of a paid holiday.
Read MoreRed Cross offers tips for holiday safety
DES MOINES — It’s almost time for the long Fourth of July weekend and many Iowans will spend part of their holiday at a backyard or community pool, traveling, firing up the backyard grill or enjoying fireworks. The American Red Cross offers a series of steps everyone can follow to safely enjoy the holiday weekend.
Read MoreHeavy rain cost the county $25K
The Greene County secondary roads crews put about $25,000 worth of material on county road after last week’s heavy rainfall, county engineer Wade Weiss told the county supervisors Monday morning. The heavy rain Wednesday and into Thursday morning put water over the road in 200 locations around the county. Secondary road crews worked overtime Wednesday night putting up signage to…
Read MoreGreene County CSD shares info about proposed building project
Voters in the Greene County Community School District will be asked Sept. 8 to approve a bond issue for $20 million for new construction and renovations to bring the entire district to only two attendance centers – one for grades pre-K through 4, and the other for grades 5-12.
Read MoreAll are welcome to exhibit at the county fair
The Greene County Fair is just around the corner – July 7-13. Superintendents in the open class invite area residents to consider exhibiting a project. The open class division offers opportunities to everyone living in Greene County. Exhibits in arts and crafts, welding, photography, agriculture fruits and vegetables, floriculture, junior citizens (youngsters under 16), family history/genealogy, textiles and fabrics, canned…
Read MoreJefferson Telecom seeks photo for telephone directory
Jefferson Telecom has launched a directory photo contest for the 2015-2016 telephone directory front cover. The winner of the chosen photo will win $100 in Greene County Chamber Checks. Jefferson Telecom customers are invited to showcase their photographic talents and submit images of the natural beauty and points of interest that describe Jefferson and Greene County. Photos should represent Jefferson…
Read MoreWind down the weekend with supper and music in Churdan
The Churdan public library will wind down the Fourth of July weekend with a fundraising supper and a concert in the park Sunday, July 5. A supper of grilled burgers, brats and hotdogs, with baked beans, chips, bars and watermelon will be served from 5 to 6:30 pm in the Churdan Community Room. A free will donation will be accepted,…
Read MoreSevere weather challenges farmers
Severe weather conditions rolled through Iowa this week as high winds, isolated hail, and plenty of rain occurred during the week ending June 28, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Statewide there were 3.0 days suitable for fieldwork. Activities for the week included cutting hay, herbicide and fungicide applications, and some nitrogen side dressing. Excessive moisture is stressing…
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