Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net June 13, 2016 Harland Concrete installed a new 8-foot wide sidewalk, including a curb cut from the street, to the Community Room portion of the Rippey Library/Community Building on June 2.
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Greene County magistrate court, week ending June 10
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered June 8 against Janon Lezlie Olson of Jefferson on a charge of theft-fifth degree. She was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge and a $125 Law Enforcement Initiative (LEI) surcharge. Court costs were $60.
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending June 10
In Greene County district court a charge against Ronnie Neal, 37, of Marshalltown of possession of methamphetamine was dismissed on a motion by Greene County attorney Nicola Martino. The dismissal was part of a plea agreement in a magistrate case in which Neal pleaded guilty to possession of drug paraphernalia. Costs in the district court case were assessed to the…
Read MoreConservation Station coming to farmers market
Along with locally grown food and baked goods, patrons of this week’s Greene County farmers market can learn about the importance of healthy soil and clean water, and even play the “Poo Toss” to win prizes.
Read MoreJPRD tells winners in Ding Dong Dash, hoops, bags
The Ding Dong Dash drew fewer runners than last year and the times were a bit slower, perhaps due to the forecasted high temperatures. Saturday started with overcast skies and a pleasant breeze, but the temperature at race time was still in the mid 70s. The Jefferson park and recreation department hosts the Ding Dong Dash each year as part…
Read MorePublic health works to decrease risk of skin cancer
Slip, slop, slap, slide and seek to reduce risk of skin cancer The public health department of Greene County Medical Center wants area residents to get more outdoor activity this summer, but to take precautions against the harmful effects of the sun.
Read MoreBell Tower anniversary logo introduced
The logo for the 50th anniversary celebration of the Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower was publicly introduced on banners around the Greene County courthouse square as part of the Bell Tower Festival’s salute to the tower, FIFTY Fest. The logo was designed by Michael Hack (left) and Garrett Swain (right), students at Greene County High School. They were students of art…
Read More‘Peace! Dig It!?’ is theme of vacation Bible school
First Presbyterian Church in Jefferson invites all ages to vacation Bible school June 26-30 from 5:45 to 8 pm. “During vacation Bible school we will get a little groovy as we think about the peace that God offers through the death and resurrection of Jesus. During VBS we will look at the various resurrection appearances of Jesus out of the…
Read MoreGoodwill donation drive coming to Jefferson
The Goodwill Industries Ambassador trailer will be at the First United Methodist Church at 307 S. Wilson in Jefferson June 15-22. Donations will be processed and sold in local Goodwill stores to support the programs and services Goodwill Industries provide for people with disabilities and disadvantaging conditions.
Read MoreReborn Trio to sing in Jefferson June 18
The Reborn Trio will perform Saturday, June 18, at 6:30 pm at the Greenewood Center, 401 W. Greenewood Road, in Jefferson. The trio includes Lisa Freeman-Klobnak, daughter of Arden and Barb Freeman of Jefferson.
Read MoreBell tower’s 50th anniversary celebration starts
Floyd and Dora Mahanay, a couple who some have described as “a study in contrasts,” were portrayed by Don and Bonnie Orris last Sunday when the Greene County Historical Society kicked off the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower.
Read MoreJune is Great Outdoors Month
The 2016 summer recreation season is just getting started and there are plenty of days ahead to enjoy the outdoors. Governor Terry Branstad recently proclaimed June as Great Outdoors Month, encouraging all Iowans and visitors to take the time to enjoy the state’s recreational opportunities, take in its scenic beauty and make a commitment to stewardship of our natural resources.
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