~courtesy of The Scranton Journal The Greene County high school track and field teams competed at a 3A state qualifying meet in Winterset on Thursday, May 12. Both Ram teams finished fifth in a field of strong competition,
Read MoreYear: 2016
In the neighborhood
Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net May 16, 2016 The annual Rippey alumni party will be Saturday, May 28, at noon. The meal will be cooked and served by Chef Kevin and his crew of willing helpers! Please call Mary Ann Miller at 1-515-465-2449 for reservations by May 23. The check to Kevin Hick for the…
Read MoreRice completes master’s degree
Kathryn Elizabeth Rice of Jefferson was among nearly 2,800 graduates who received degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in historic ceremonies May 6 and 7. Rice was awarded a master of music in music performance. She is continuing her education this fall at the University of North Texas pursuing a doctorate in music performance (clarinet). She is the daughter of Kelly and Becky Rice…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending May 13
In Greene County district court James Leon Cunningham, 41, of Jefferson was found not guilty at a jury trial May 10 on a charge of child endangerment. All costs were assessed to the state.
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending May 13
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered against Greg Van Sickle of Dewey, AZ, on a charge of public intoxication. He was sentenced to time served and must pay a $48 sheriff’s fee and $60 court costs. A charge of disorderly conduct was dismissed.
Read MoreExtension introduces Full STEAM Ahead Clubs
Students in grades 5 through 7 will have an opportunity to explore their special interests this summer at Full STEAM Ahead, a new program through ISU Extension & Outreach Greene County.
Read MorePool facelift includes shade, furniture and sound system
Paid for by casino funds When the Jefferson swimming pool opens for the season May 28 there will be new tin on the roofs of the shade structures, six new benches, four new tables and a new sound system.
Read MoreRoyal Rangers clean up Jeff parks
The Royal Rangers of Outpost #91, sponsored by The Dwelling Place, have spent several evenings picking up litter at Jefferson parks. The boys have already cleaned up Chautauqua, Kelso and Russell parks.
Read MoreNew surveillance at rec center will add security, safety
Installation started last week on a new surveillance system at the Greene County Community Center. The system replaces the original system installed when the building was constructed in 1999. The new system will allow staff to see not only the exercise room, track and gym, but the lobby, parking lot and playground.
Read MoreTo: Pam Olerich
Deb Blackburn sends a Chamber Bouquet to Pam Olerich of the county auditor’s office.
Read MoreWeather data, week ending May 13
Jefferson received just short of an inch of rain, .98 inch, during the week that ended Friday, May 13. According to KCCI’s SchoolNet, high temperature for the week was 79 degrees and the low temperature was 45 degrees.
Read MorePaying for college
~by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley It’s graduation season and all eyes are on the Class of 2016. Armed with diplomas, freshly minted graduates are set to make their way in the world.
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