The Yellow Brick Road will lead to the auditorium at Greene County High School as the Community Players of Greene County present “The Wizard of Oz” March 18-19. Both performances will be at 7 pm. Advance tickets for the Friday performance are available at Peoples Trust Savings Bank in Jefferson. Saturday night tickets are available at Home State Bank, also…
Read MoreDay: March 6, 2016
What if a silly idea could make a big difference?
Relay For Life of Greene Co. hosting a purple glove dance video contest Relay for Life of Greene County is calling on anyone with rhythm or a big heart for giving back. The Relay For Life of Greene County entertainment committee has announced a social media video contest to raise funds for the American Cancer Society and raise awareness.
Read More‘A Matter of Balance’ offered in Churdan
The Churdan public library will host “A Matter of Balance” with instructors from Greene County Medical Center public health. The class is for anyone who is concerned about falls, is interested in improving their balance, flexibility and strength, has fallen in the past, or who has restricted activities because of concerns about falling.
Read MoreWebb House dance for Relay for Life
Sixth, seventh and eighth graders are invited to a dance at the Webb House to support the Greene County Relay for Life. The dance is slated for next Friday, March 11, from 8 to 10 am. The dance is hosted by the NHS Stompers Relay for Life team as a fundraiser, with all proceeds going to the Relay for Life.…
Read MoreChurdan library hosts adult coloring, St Pat’s Day lunch
The Churdan public library is hosting a pair of events, one to de-stress patrons and one to de-stress the operating budget. Adults are invited to relax, de-stress, and enjoy an afternoon of adult coloring Sunday, March 13, from 1 to 3 pm at the library. Coloring pages and “colors” will be provided. Participants may bring a snack to share. There…
Read MoreThousands of birds rest at Dunbar Slough
Dunbar Slough in Scranton Township is a favorite location for bird watching. In recent weeks “birders” and even casual bird watchers have noticed the migration of geese as they pass through the area on their way to their summer feeding grounds.
Read MoreWeather data, week ending March 4
The week ending March 4 saw a high temperature of 67 degrees and a low temperature of 11 degrees according to volunteer weather observer John Beltz. Jefferson received .4 inch of snow that melted to .06 inch of precipitation.
Read MoreState forest, Reiman Gardens team up for habitat
DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ State Forest Nursery and Reiman Gardens are teaming up to promote butterfly and songbird habitat. Customers who order a Butterfly and Bird packet before March 25 will receive two free passes to Reiman Gardens in Ames.
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