Bucket Fillers at Greene County Elementary for the months of October and November were named before the Christmas break. The Bucket Fillers program recognizes children who share love and happiness. They’re nominated for the award by adults in the school, with selection done by a committee. Bucket Fillers for October were (from left) Ryan Brogotti, Logan Winebrenner, Brennan Jacobs and…
Read MoreMonth: January 2017
Historical Society program postponed
Threatening winter weather forecasted for the afternoon of Sunday, Jan. 15, has persuaded the board of directors of the Greene County Historical Society to re-schedule its program featuring journalist David Yepsen one week later, on Sunday, Jan. 22.
Read MoreTucker breaks school record in Ram win over C-M-B Raiders
Winning the second game of the season against the Collins-Maxell-Baxter Raiders with more than 90 points in each game wasn’t the highlight of the Greene County Rams’ victory in the middle school gym Friday night.
Read MoreRam girls lose second game this season to CMB
The Greene County girls varsity basketball team lost its fifth consecutive game Friday night in Jefferson, falling 57-37 to the Collins-Maxell-Baxter Raiders. A win was within reach after three quarters, with the Rams trailing 34-29, but a 23-point fourth quarter by the Raiders put the game away.
Read MoreDorothy Adamson, 1920 – 2017
Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 13, at the Church of Christ in Jefferson for Dorothy LaVonne Adamson, 96, of Jefferson. Words of comfort were offered by Pastor Bruce Webster of the church. Music was provided by Bret Schilling, Jill Lamoureux and Mark Wright. Casket bearers were Kreg Hoskinson, Kary Hoskinson, Bruce Wessling, Jon Brelsford, Joey Brelsford and Mac Adamson.…
Read MoreNina Mount, 1917 – 2017
A service of remembrance was held Thursday, Jan. 12, at First United Methodist Church in Rippey for Nina Louise Mount, 99, of Jefferson. The Rev Paul Burrow, pastor of the church, offered words of comfort. Marilynn Hoskinson was soloist. Honorary bearers were Nina’s granddaughters Sheri Scott, Carrie Barrick, Deb Beeler, Lyndsay Marron and Kaytlyn Mount.
Read MoreChurches in Grand Junction, Churdan listed for change in status
Cluster expanded to include Boone County churches Greene County Catholics didn’t get the news they were hoping for when the Sioux City Diocese on Thursday published the final draft of its Ministry 2025 plan. Not only is St Brigid Church in Grand Junction being moved to oratory status, but St Columbkille Church in Churdan will also become an oratory*. St…
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net Jan. 11, 2017 Rippey public library: Librarian Shawneene Kenan; phone: 515.436.7714; website: www.rippey.lib.ia.us; E-mail: rippeyli@windstream.net. HOURS: Monday 1-6 pm; Tuesday 2-6 pm; Wednesday 3-6 pm; Thursday 2-7 pm; Friday 3-6 pm.
Read MoreOf books there are too many….
…but never can there be enough ~a column by Colleen O’Brien This week I received from a librarian friend of mine a list of books to read; and then I was given the loan of a book called The Books that Changed my Life. These are gifts of great value to the book addict. It means we get to add…
Read MoreJagged Edge Salon is next step in rejuvenation of Grand Junction
A year ago at the grand opening of the Grand Junction Community Center, organizer Diane Wise called it “the catalyst for future improvements, a new face on Main Street and a reason to keep moving forward.” The next step in the reclamation of Grand Junction’s Main Street opened two weeks ago – Jagged Edge Salon, owned and operated by Amber…
Read MoreQuick, healthy meals topic of Extension program Jan. 19
Registration deadline Jan. 16 Busy families who are looking for ways to eat healthier, save money on food and reduce stress will benefit from Healthy Meals in a Hurry. The program is slated for Thursday, Jan. 19, from 5:30 to 7 pm at Central Christian Church in Jefferson.
Read MoreNew Extension club for youngsters starts Feb. 8
Greene County Extension is partnering with local business to hold two new camps for Greene County youngsters in grades 5-8. WOLF (Well Organized Learning Fun) Club will present two winter camps after school on Wednesdays – HOWL and PACK: Robotics.
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