Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net July 11, 2016 Muir family reunion celebrates July 4: Family and friends gathered at the rural Washington Township home of Eugene and Iva Jo Muir on Monday, July 4.
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Letter to the editor – Jan Rosdail-Aegerter
To elected officials, law enforcement, and residents of Greene County, I would like to address what I consider to be “a quality of life issue” which has been in the local news over the past months- the use of engine brakes.
Read MoreJeff swim team continues successful season
With one more meet before the conference championship, the Jefferson swim team stands at 7-1 on the season. The swim team lost at home to Carroll 332-303 Tuesday, July 5. There were many outstanding performances on a night that saw a lot of fast times for both clubs. Gabe Schroeder broke a 19-year butterfly record, swimming the race in 17:15. He also…
Read MoreScranton man sentenced on child pornography charge
The sentencing of a Scranton man in Greene County district court July 8 was the last step in the prosecution of a case of sex abuse and child pornography. Sentencing was done in Southern District of Iowa, U.S. District Court in May.
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending July 8
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered July 6 against Beth Anne Laurent of Jefferson on a charge of assault-simple, amended from domestic abuse assault- first offense. Laurent was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge and a $5 county surcharge. Court costs were $145. (Magistrate David Morain)
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending July 8
In Greene county district court Anthony Grife, 23, of Scranton was sentenced July 8 after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of lascivious acts with a child. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison, concurrent to a 15-year sentence in U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa on a charge of sexual exploitation of a child/production…
Read MoreLetter to the editor – Amber Lawton
If you vote no… To the editor, If you vote no regarding the school bond issue on Sept. 13, these are just a few messages you are sending to the community. You are saying “No” to secure access points and security systems. You are telling the students and teachers that their safety is not important to you.
Read MoreNational accreditation for Jefferson Matters: Main Street
Jefferson Matters: Main Street has been designated as an accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. Each year, the National Main Street Center and its coordinating program partners announce the list of accredited Main Street America programs in recognition of their exemplary commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through…
Read More4-H communications contest results told
While most 4-H exhibits will be judged this coming week during the Greene County Fair, the 4-H communications contest has already been held. A total of eight exhibitors competed in front of judge Julie Carlson of Jefferson. The contest was coordinated by communications superintendent Yvette Bardole.
Read MoreNew flower beds encircle house
Garden Club Yard of the Month The new flower beds abloom all around the S. Elm St house Nancy Morris bought 18 months ago made her colorful corner lot the logical choice for the Jefferson Garden Club’s July Yard of the Month award. Perennials, including dozens of hosta varieties, make for easy maintenance on the street-side perimeters. Morris, a Master…
Read MoreSTEAM Clubs wrap up 2016 run
Greene County’s first Full STEAM Ahead, a summer program through ISU Extension and Outreach, wrapped up Wednesday, July 6. Three STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) clubs met Wednesday afternoons at Greene County Elementary or at the Greene County High School. The collaboration of Extension and the Greene County Schools provided an enrichment opportunity for 25 youngsters.
Read MoreRiding a bike is fun for anyone
Many of us remember the fun of riding a decorated bicycle in a parade. Elaine Hamilton, a registered nurse who served in the US Army from 1945 to 1947, and in the Peace Corps from 1974 to 1976, with the help of her daughter Ann Reynolds was able to ride a bicycle in the Windsor Heights Fourth of July parade.…
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