The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is accepting public comment on its State Wildlife Action Plan over the next several weeks as part of a federally required comprehensive review. The draft revisions will be released in a series of chapters online at www.iowadnr.gov/Environment/WildlifeStewardship/IowaWildlifeActionPlan.aspx. The plan – “Securing a Future for Fish and Wildlife: A Conservation Legacy for Iowans” – is…
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Weather helping crops but slowing hay harvest
Although heavy rains were reported in some areas of the state, drier than normal conditions prevailed in other areas. Overall, Iowa farmers had 4.6 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending Aug. 2, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Activities for the week included cutting hay and fungicide and insecticide applications. Humidity and heat aided crop development,…
Read MoreHuckabee campaigns in Greene County
Republican presidential candidate Mike Huckabee, former governor of Arkansas, spoke for about an hour to 75 persons, including some curious Democrats, in Jefferson July 30. He said his reason for visiting all 99 Iowa counties during this campaign cycle “is to convince you that America is not on the downhill of its greatness, that America can be great again. But…
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Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net Aug. 3, 2015 Saturday, Aug. 8, friends and relatives are invited to a celebration for Phil and Sharon (Bardole) McBlain’s 50th wedding anniversary from 2 to 4 pm at the home of Nancy and Dale Hanaman. Cake and homemade ice cream will be served.
Read MoreState Forest Nursery now taking seedling orders
Whether you have a quarter acre or 100 acres to plant, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) State Forest Nursery has seedlings for your project. Orders are being taken for fall 2015 and spring 2016 tree planting. Bare-root seedlings can be purchased for 25-to-55 cents per seedling plus tax, shipping and handling, for large-scale plantings, depending upon species and…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending July 29
In Greene County district court Paul Bradley Elm, 48, of Webster City was sentenced to five years in prison after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of forgery. The prison term was suspended and he was placed on probation for three years. He must reside at a residential correctional facility until he attains the maximum benefits. He…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending July 29
In Greene County magistrate court cases were initiated as follows: Johnathan Dale Laue of Grand Junction, domestic abuse assault-first offense; Anthony Charles Kennedy of Jefferson, interference with official acts; Nicholas Anthony Balderas of Bagley, interference with official acts; and James Allen Eberle of Jefferson, disorderly conduct.
Read MoreReynolds applauds Ernst’s effort against abortion while protecting women’s healthcare
No Medicaid abortions in Iowa in past two years DES MOINES – Iowa Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds on Monday issued the following statement after the United States Senate took up Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst’s proposal to protect the most vulnerable, the unborn, while still preserving funding for women’s healthcare.
Read MoreOpen house – McBlain
There will be a 50th wedding anniversary celebration for Sharon and Phil McBlain Saturday, Aug. 8, from 2 to 4 pm at the home of Sharon’s sister and brother-in-law, Nancy and Dale Hanaman, 1956 U Ave, Rippey.
Read MoreDonations needed for P-C ELC garage sale
Paton-Churdan Schools will host a benefit garage sale to raise funds for its new Early Learning Center. The sale is slated for this Friday, Aug. 7, from 10 am to 6 pm, and Saturday, Aug. 8, from 8 am to 2 pm at the school. Persons with items to donate for the sale can drop them off at the school…
Read MoreCelebrate National Farmers Market Week Aug. 2-8
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey encourages Iowans to take advantage of fresh fruits and vegetables available at the more than 220 farmers markets in Iowa as part of National Farmers Market Week, Aug. 2 – 8. “Farmers markets are a great place to find healthy and delicious Iowa grown fruits, vegetables, meats and other products,” Northey…
Read MoreWeather data, week ending July 31
Jefferson received 2.31 inches of rain during the week ending July 31. The temperature ranged from a high of 87 degrees to a low of 62 degrees, according to volunteer weather observer John Beltz.
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