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.
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Webb 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.
Read MoreLetter to the editor – John McConnell
Thoughts for the public – Being one of the new members of the Greene County School board, I would like to thank everyone that voted for me and continues to give me support for making the decision to get on the board. Just being on the board for a few months now, wow, is there a lot to take in.…
Read MoreSecond Learning Fair held at middle school
Students at Greene County Middle School presented information on topics ranging from video game design to bow hunting at the second Learning Fair of the year Feb. 25 at the school. The Learning Fairs are modeled after the Science Fairs teachers remember from their student days. Nineteen teams did presentations of 5 to 7 minutes on a topic of their…
Read MoreGrassley names new bill for Kevin Wills
WASHINGTON – Senate Judiciary Committee chairman Chuck Grassley on March 1 introduced legislation with Senator Chuck Schumer of New York to help families locate missing loved ones who have Alzheimer’s disease, autism or other related conditions that may cause them to wander away from their caregivers. The legislation, titled Kevin and Avonte’s Law, will reauthorize the expired Missing Alzheimer’s Disease…
Read MoreAlliant Energy, MidAmerican Energy warn of phone scams
CEDAR RAPIDS – Alliant Energy and MidAmerican Energy are teaming up to fight back against scams. Phone billing scams targeting utility customers continue to be a daily battle, resulting in money lost for our customers. Since the beginning of the year, Iowa customers have reported more than 400 fraudulent calls to the two utilities. The scammers are targeting all customer bases; however, small…
Read MoreGreene County Relay for Life honored by ACS as Community of Hope
The Greene County Relay for Life was honored recently by the American Cancer Society Midwest Division with the presentation of the Community of Hope Award. Peg Raney (left), who heads the local RFL committee, accepted the award from Caryline Clark (right), ACS staff member. The Community of Hope Award is given to a community that successfully implements mission related activities…
Read MoreTime for Jefferson ‘March Mania’ community contest
Jefferson Telecom announces a free college men’s basketball tournament contest sponsored by local businesses. March Mania is free and easy to enter; just go to www.jeffersonmarchmania.com and fill out an online bracket. The contest is open to all residents of Greene County who are 18 or older. Participants can now complete the quick online registration at the website listed. Once…
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