Mostly dry conditions throughout the week allowed Iowa farmers 5.9 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending Aug. 16, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. This is the first time this year the state has averaged more than 5.0 days suitable for fieldwork in consecutive weeks. Activities for the week included cutting hay, harvesting oats, and fungicide…
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Letter to the editor – Bill Monroe
To the editor: FACT: Attending West Point on my tax dollar does not make a person’s opinions a fact, nor does working for a Fortune 500 company. Opinions are exchanged on the opinion page, but frequently are based upon facts. FACT: Geothermal systems do save money and are better for our environment. Ask B&D Manufacturing based here in Greene county.…
Read MoreLetter to the editor – Jack Lewis
To the Editor: Buildings alone cannot improve the education of Greene County students. An expanded curriculum and dedicated and well-paid teachers can. Our children “deserve” an outstanding education, not keeping up with other school districts and their athletic complexes.
Read MoreGCDC supports school bond initiative
This is an open letter from the Greene County Development Corp in support of the local school bond initiative. Our membership and board strongly support this project because of its significant impact on the economic development of Greene County. Many residents only see the bond initiative as a means of improving our educational system but do not understand how critical…
Read MoreLetter to the editor – Megan Holz
To the editor, Coming from a family of many public school teachers, I understand and truly value of the importance of education. I support the Greene Country School District’s plans to consolidate and modernize classroom space; however, I cannot support the bond referendum due the lack of relevant information provided by the district and the perceived lack of transparency in…
Read MoreLetter to the editor – John Thompson
To the editor, Recycling isn’t always a good thing. After losing a congressional race by almost 24 points, Jim Mowrer packed up his carpet bag and moved to Des Moines to try again. He announced this week his campaign to challenge incumbent Congressman David Young.
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net Aug. 17, 2015 News in and around Rippey: Michael and Jill Borgeson and Jace Johnson hosted a birthday dinner for their son and brother Seth on Sunday, Aug. 16. Some of Seth’s favorite people who were able to attend were his grandparents Mark Rose of Perry, Sharon and Chuck…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Aug. 14
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered Aug. 12 against Lance Michael Ross of Grand Junction on a charge of theft-fifth degree. Ross was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge and a $125 Law Enforcement Initiative surcharge. He must $21.38 restitution and $81.50 court costs. A judgment was entered against Julianne Lorraine Bushman of Scranton on a charge…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Aug. 14
In Greene County district court persons pleaded not guilty during the week ending Aug. 14 as follows: Lindsey Wilson, 31, of West Des Moines, operating while intoxicated-third offense; and Mason Lee Taylor, 21, of Lohrville, OWI-first offense. Trial dates were set for Sept. 29 in both cases. Cases were initiated as follows: Eric C. Rosenow, 31, of Fort dodge, domestic abuse…
Read MoreLong high speed pursuit ends in Greene County
Edited Aug. 17 at 10:15 pm A high speed pursuit that covered four counties ended Friday afternoon on Highway 30 just east of Mulberry St in Jefferson. It was stop strips deployed by Greene County chief deputy Jack Williams that brought the long drive to an end. According to Greene County sheriff Steve Haupert, Polk County sheriff’s deputies located in…
Read MoreGunn earns honors at FFA rabbit show at Iowa State Fair
Brittany Gunn of Grand Junction was among the 56 exhibitors from 36 chapters in the FFA rabbit show judged Aug. 13 at the Iowa State Fair. A total of 295 animals were shown in this year’s competition. Gunn earned honors as follows:
Read MoreHot August Night a big success
Hot August Night, held Thursday around Jefferson’s courthouse square and the adjoining side streets was bigger than ever, with 450 cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors registered. The RPM Club had the most registered exhibitors in the show. Members gave their $200 cash prize to Freedom Flight. The Spirit Award was presented to Merlin Schau with his 1956 Chevy Bel Air.
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