~by Valerie Ogren for the Greene County Genealogical Society Meeting notice: The Greene County Genealogical Society will have its annual “Christmas in July” gathering at noon on Saturday, July 2, at the Uptown Cafe meeting room. Lunch will be Dutch treat from the menu. Guests and other family members are certainly welcome. Please bring items or cash donations for the Greene County Christian Action…
Read MoreDay: June 28, 2016
In the neighborhood
Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net June 27, 2016 Orders for Rippey school memorial bricks due this week: Individuals interested in placing orders for the Rippey school memorial should complete the application this week, as the Friends of Rippey are planning to submit the order July 5.
Read MoreResident who lobbied against jake brakes charged with shooting at truck
Shane Olson, who spent last summer lobbying the county board of supervisors for an ordinance prohibiting unmuffled engine brakes on trucks, has been charged with a felony and two misdemeanors for allegedly shooting at a truck as it passed his rural home.
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending June 24
In Greene County district court Joe Edward Blackmon, 40, of Jefferson was sentenced June 21 to two years in prison after he pleaded guilty to a charge of criminal mischief- third degree. The prison term was suspended and he was placed on probation for two years. He was fined $625 with a $218.75 surcharge; both were suspended. He must pay…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending June 24
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered against Patrick Michael Kennnedy of Jefferson on a charge of disorderly conduct. He was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge. Court costs were $60.
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