Singer/songwriter Phil Lee will perform at Prairie Blue Creative Arts Saturday, June 25, at 8 pm. As a “house concert,” attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks and beverages, and a hat will be passed for the musician. Lee’s CD, Some Gotta Lose (Paookaville) will be available for purchase. Persons who want more information about the performance or to…
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Delinquent tax sale manageable in size
The annual delinquent tax sale was completed without problems Monday morning. About 40 bidders crowded the board room at the courthouse to “purchase” a total of $59,250 in delinquent taxes on 124 parcels in the county.
Read MoreNew computers update services at the Marchant Library in Scranton
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal The H.F. and Maude E. Marchant Memorial Library of Scranton recently updated its computers and software to provide better service to the community. Shown at four of the new machines are (from left) trustees Chantel Kirk (vice president), Bill Scrivner, Jan Morlan (secretary), and Dave Dideriksen (president) with director Sheryl Hoyt.
Read MoreAmending urban renewal plan slated for public hearing
Guaranteeing future funding for restoration of Jefferson’s downtown district is the purpose of a public hearing slated for the Jefferson city council’s June 28 meeting. The public hearing on an amendment to the city’s urban renewal plan will begin at 5:30 pm.
Read MoreMini grants available for downtown façade fix-ups
The design committee of Jefferson Matters: Main Street reminds building owners in the Main Street district that mini grants of up to $250 are available for building improvements. The purpose of the grants is to improve the historic exterior appearance of the buildings. Eligible projects to be considered for funding include paint, tuck-pointing, replacement of windows and doors, and removal…
Read MoreGJ volunteers back at fundraising, this time for pool repairs
The Grand Junction municipal pool is empty this summer and its long-term future depends on volunteer fundraising outside the city’s budget. The city council at its June 13 meeting detailed for about 15 residents in attendance the problems that prompted the decision not to open the pool. The council knew repair was needed, but guards were hired and the pool…
Read MoreSchool board discusses attendance, gaming funds
Also okays bus barn lease Changes to the attendance policy and the use of Grow Greene County funds were both discussed at the Greene County Schools board of education regular meeting June 15, but decisions weren’t made on either matter.
Read MoreChamber invites all to chip in on premium auction
The Greene County Chamber of Commerce invites area residents to join its effort to celebrate the success of Greene County 4-H and FFA members at the Greene County Fair. The Chamber’s food and ag committee, as it has in the past several years, will bid at the Livestock and Achievement Auction the last day of the fair, Monday, July 18.
Read MoreJefferson Telecom looking for cover photo
Jefferson Telecom has launched a directory photo contest for the 2016-2017 telephone directory front cover. The winner of the chosen photo will win $100 in Greene County Chamber Checks.
Read MoreHot, dry weather sinking moisture levels
Very warm conditions and spotty rains prevailed across much of Iowa during the week ending June 19, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. High temperatures and lack of precipitation, especially across the lower two-thirds of the state is stressing some crops, causing corn leaves to curl. Statewide there were 5.5 days suitable for fieldwork. Activities for the week…
Read MoreArea students get ISU degrees
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal At Iowa State University’s spring commencement ceremonies, 4,595 students received degrees. Iowa State awarded 3,818 undergraduate degrees, 496 master’s degrees, 141 veterinary medicine degrees and 140 doctor of philosophy degrees.
Read MoreLosing week for Greene County baseball team
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal The Greene County baseball team had a losing week in competition, falling to Prairie City-Monroe, Collins-Maxwell-Baxter, Bondurant-Farrar, Perry, and Sergeant Bluff-Luton. The Rams are 3-12 on the season as of June 18.
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