The Greene County Democratic party central committee invites the public to meet Alan Robinson and Todd Madson, Democratic candidates for Greene County supervisor, at an open house Tuesday, Oct. 4, from 5 to 7 pm at Homestead Bakery and Coffee, 121 E. Lincoln Way, Jefferson.
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Fundraiser for Richardson slated
The Bipartisans for Guy Richardson committee is hosting “Pie for Guy” Sunday, Oct. 2, at Chuck and Carla Offenburger’s Simple Serenity Farm. Richardson is seeking re-election to the Greene County board of supervisors. He has served four terms on the board.
Read MorePerformers’ Showcase comes to Jefferson
It wasn’t a circus but the entertainment was just about as varied when the Jefferson public library staff hosted the Iowa Performers’ Showcase at the Greene County Community Center last Friday. More than 50 librarians were treated to previews by 17 performers and presenters all hoping to secure “gigs” for special events and summer reading programs. Acts ranged from David…
Read MoreGreene County on easier end of widely varied rainfall
Although southeast Iowa had 6.4 days suitable for fieldwork, statewide there were just 3.6 days suitable for the week ending Sept. 25, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Above normal precipitation with localized heavy rains led to reports of fields with standing water. Activities for the week included chopping corn for silage, and some corn and soybean harvest.…
Read MoreJPD working to apprehend thief
The Jefferson police department is investigating a rash of thefts from parked vehicles that have occurred in recent months. According to chief of police Mark Clouse, most of the vehicles have been left unlocked with items in plain view. In some cases, purses, wallets, or spare change have been taken.
Read MoreEighth grade volleyball update
The past two eighth grade volleyball matches have seen the C squad winning and the A and B squads losing. In Roland Sept. 22 against Roland-Story game scores were 9-21, 12-21, 2-10 for the A squad; 3-21, 9-21, 6-15 for the B squad; and 21-12, 21-9, 5-5 for the C squad.
Read MorePublic meeting to discuss Lincoln Highway management plan
The Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway, Iowa’s longest scenic or historic byway, is hosting a public meeting on Monday, Sept, 26 at 6:30 pm at the Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson. At this meeting, the Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway will ask the attendees to review the conceptual plans for the corridor management plan, a long-term plan for…
Read MoreRyan Tiffany, 1978 – 2016
Services were held Monday, Sept. 26, at St Brigid Catholic Church in Grand Junction for Ryan Chandler Tiffany, 38, of Jefferson. Words of comfort were offered by Fr Michael Kellogg of Becker, MN, and Fr Jeff Schleisman of Jefferson. Music was provided by vocalists Meladee Graven, Brenda Roberts and Sheilah Pound. Keri Brooker was accompanist. Honorary bearers were Nate Karber,…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Sept. 22
In Greene County district court during the week ending Sept. 22 persons pleaded not guilty at arraignments as follows: Talon David Church, 19, of Ogden, possession of marijuana- second offense and possession with intent to deliver; Christopher Michael Andrew, 19, of Scranton, assault causing bodily injury or mental illness (two counts); and Brenda J. Kennedy, 45, of Grand Junction, unlawful…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Sept. 22
Cases were initiated in Greene County magistrate court during the week ending Sept. 22 as follows: Fashion Marie Foster of Perry, disorderly conduct and trespass; Jamie Jo Francis Theulen of Scranton, assault- simple and trespass; Matthew Alan Cherry of Palm Bay, FL, violation of no contact order; Tamara Lynn Holmes Cherry of Palm Bay, FL, accessory to misdemeanor- violation of…
Read MoreDoes, Springer family donate to Freedom Rock
Does Drove 196 of Jefferson presented the Freedom Rock committee a check for $1,000 last Tuesday. Of that, $500 is from the Does treasury and $500 is from memorials in honor of Ruby Springer, a long time member of the Does.
Read MoreParade is a homecoming favorite
Scroll down for a slide show Paton-Churdan and Greene County students enjoyed homecoming activities during the past week including themed dress-up days, powder puff football, a twilight glo-run, “color wars” and more. The homecoming parade on Friday afternoon is a favorite event for many members of the community.
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