Voters in the Greene County School District will go to the polls Tuesday, Sept. 13, to cast a ballot on a bond issue. There are two issues on the ballot. One asks voters to approve by a 60 percent margin a $19.4 million bond issue to build and remodel the current elementary and high school buildings in Jefferson. A 60…
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Another hog hearing slated; consultant speaks about the matrix
Neighbors who argue against CAFOs “truly don’t understand what’s going on,” consultant claims Eric Chrystal, doing business as Greene County Pigs LLC, wants to swap composting hog carcasses for a line of trees at his CAFO on County Road E-57 just one-half mile west of Highway 4 in Franklin Township. That requires a public hearing, which the Greene County supervisors have…
Read MoreSchool board candidates speak on issues
Voters in the Greene County school district will not only consider a proposed $19.4 million bond issue for construction and renovation, but they will also elect a school board member. Mike Dennhardt of Rippey, who was appointed to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Susan Burkett last winter, is challenged by Jonathan “J.B” Hinote of Jefferson. The person…
Read MoreHistorical Society to hear about the county’s musical heritage
The Greene County Historical Society will hear stories, reflections and possibly songs from our local music heritage when the group meets this Friday, Sept. 9, at historic St. Patrick Catholic Church in Cedar Township, about four miles west of Churdan.
Read MoreCollaboration on Mahanay Tower poem begins Sunday
Saying “your words matter,” Jefferson Matters: Main Street and Tower View Team invite area residents to collaborate with Iowa artist David Williamson on Sunday, Sept. 11, at 2 pm at the Greene County Historical Museum.
Read MoreRegistration open for Greene Leadership
Greene County Extension continues to be a force in building dynamic leaders. Greene Leadership 2016 focuses on maximizing individual strengths and skills that translate to enhanced professional development and increased community involvement. Beginning Sept. 29 and running for five consecutive Thursdays, this year’s workshops will cover a variety of topics.
Read MoreGovernor’s Lifesaving Award to Dennis Murphy
Dennis Murphy of Grand Junction was one of 10 Iowans honored with the Governor’s Lifesaving Award at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 19. With him were his wife Misty, his mother Barb Murphy, his four children, and Adrienne and Richard Smith of Jefferson. Adrienne Smith nominated Murphy for the award for lifesaving assistance he provided her last Nov. 12.
Read MoreGCDC plans annual meeting for Sept. 14
Greene County Development Corporation will hold its annual meeting Wednesday, Sept 14, at Wild Rose Casino in Jefferson. The evening will start with a cocktail hour at 6 pm. The dinner and meeting will begin around 6:45 pm with the program lasting until around 8:30 pm. The goal of the evening is to make sure Greene County residents are informed…
Read MoreGreene Co school board nixes sports transportation to Boone
The decision to deny a request from parents that the Greene County Schools pay for transportation for swimmers on the Boone high school swim team came down to dollars and cents. The decision was made unanimously at a special meeting of the board of education Aug. 31.
Read MoreIPTV adds resources to Churdan public library
IPTV will unveil a new Library Corner Children at the Churdan public library will have new resources available to help promote the connections between public media and early literacy and math skills, thanks to a new Library Corner placed at the library by Iowa Public Television. The new IPTV Ready for School Library Corner will open Wednesday, Sept. 14, at…
Read MoreFelix Finisher gets go-ahead; DNR responds to environmental concerns
Felix Finisher, a confined animal feeding operation in Section 19 of Bristol Township, has been granted a construction permit by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, despite the Greene County supervisors’ 4-1 vote to disapprove it. County zoning official Chuck Wenthold received notification of the permit last week.
Read More‘Back to Church Sunday’ Sept 11 at First UMC
This coming Sunday, Sept. 11, is “Back to Church Sunday” at First United Methodist Church, 307 S. Wilson, in Jefferson. All are invited. The morning begins with a free breakfast at 8:30 am. Sunday school classes for all ages begin at 9 am. Child care will be available for children under 3 years. Parents are welcome to attend an adult class or…
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