Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Monday, Nov. 30: At 6:48 am a deputy initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of 240th St and County Road N-58 (A Ave) in Scranton Township and subsequently arrested Lance Edward Kruse, 33, of Scranton for driving while barred, operating without interlock device, operation without registration card…
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‘Olaf’s Winter Beach Party’ coming to the Jeff library
The party is only part of the fun What does a snowman do in the Bahamas? Beta Tau Delta and staff at the Jefferson public library invite children in kindergarten through third grade to find out at ‘Olaf’s Winter Beach Party.’ The fun is planned for Wednesday, Dec. 9, from 2 to 3:30 pm, at the library. There is no charge…
Read MoreU.S. Postal Service gears up for holiday season
WASHINGTON — The Postal Service expects to deliver a total of approximately 15.5 billion cards, letters, flats, and packages during the 2015 holiday season. In addition, the Postal Service projects approximately 600 million packages will be delivered between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, which is an increase of 10.5 percent over last year’s volume. In time for the holidays, the Postal…
Read MoreNorthey encourages Iowans to consider Iowa-grown Christmas trees
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey again encouraged Iowans to consider choosing a fresh, Iowa grown Christmas tree to decorate their home this holiday season. “Selecting a fresh Christmas tree can be part of a great family tradition and is an opportunity to connect with an Iowa farmer and support the local economy,” Northey said. “Iowa is…
Read MoreWeather data, week ending Nov. 27
The first snow of the season fell in Jefferson Nov. 20. The forecast called for 4 to 8 inches, and according to volunteer weather observer John Beltz, Jefferson received four inches. Weather was again challenging on Thanksgiving Day, as freezing rain caused some travelers to change plans. Jefferson received .84 inches of rain during the 24 hours that began at…
Read MoreThe nine R’s of holiday shopping
Consumer tips to protect your purchases DES MOINES – Attorney General Tom Miller offers the following tips to Iowans shopping in stores or online for this holiday season: Research the product and retailer: If you know what you’re looking for, research before you buy. If you see more than one advertisement for something offered at different prices, make sure it’s…
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Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net Nov. 23, 2015 Friends of Rippey breakfast Dec. 5: The Friends of Rippey will again provide a “Calendar Day” community breakfast on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 8 am to noon. All are invited to attend. A free will offering/donation will be accepted.
Read MoreGreene County board of ed takes up Good Conduct policy… again
The Greene County Schools board of education discussed at its Nov. 23 meeting what board president Teresa Hagen called “the most reviewed policy we’ve ever had.” Another revision to the school’s Good Conduct policy is expected at the December meeting.
Read MoreIt’s ‘Downton Abbey’ tea time at the museum
Saturday, Dec. 5, event will show that history can be fancy (and fun) As the British television series “Downton Abbey” has become increasingly popular on public television the past five years, it has sparked new interest among its fans in some very old British customs – like “tea time.”
Read MoreBeta Tau Delta launches ‘Bahama Beach Christmas’ Charity Ball
If you’ve been dreaming of a getaway to sunny days, oceans, palm trees and sand, this is your chance to VIRTUALLY escape and help children of Greene County at the same time. This year’s annual fundraiser for Beta Tau Delta is now underway. Themed “A Bahama Beach Christmas” Charity Ball, you can help plan a virtual Charity Ball complete with…
Read MoreTerry Rich to launch his new book in Jefferson
Proceeds of sales at Dec. 1 reception going to courthouse centennial Terry Rich, the Greene County native who now heads the Iowa Lottery and is in demand nationally as a motivational speaker, is going to launch his new book “Dare to dream, Dare to act” at a public reception Tuesday, Dec. 1, from 4 to 6 pm, in Jefferson. The event will…
Read MoreA day to be thankful for
~a column by Colleen O’Brien Last week, I wrote about silly ways to celebrate days on the November calendar. This week, I write about a serious day to acknowledge: November 25. It is International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. As with Veterans Day on the 11th, this day is worthy of honoring.
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