The Paton-Churdan athletic teams made a clean sweep in academics this year, according to activities director Chris Petersen. Every Rocket athletic team – cross country, volleyball, boys basketball and girls basketball – achieved the Distinguished Academic award from the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union and the Iowa High School Athletic Association.
Read MoreDay: March 26, 2017
Jump Rope for Heart a success
During the early weeks of February, students from Greene County Elementary and Intermediate Schools “jumped all over heart disease and stroke” by participating in the annual Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser.
Read MoreSTEM-to-Go kits make science fun anywhere
STEM-to-Go kits are easy, educational activity kits available now through Greene County Extension. This free resource is perfect for 4-H members, individuals, classrooms, homeschoolers, and community groups. Kayla Hyett, Youth & 4-H coordinator, has six kits ready for use.
Read MoreRoast beef dinner in Churdan April 2
Members of the Churdan United Methodist Church will serve their annual roast beef dinner next Sunday, April 2, with serving from 11 am to 1:30 pm at the church.
Read MoreAdults invited to remember their prom
Adults of every age are invited to celebrate their prom memories at “A Dance to Remember Your Prom” with the decorations o the high school’s New York City themed prom.
Read MoreAccelerated gov’t students raise $1,050 for Helping Tiny Hands
A trio of Greene County High School students were recently recognized for efforts they undertook to raise money for Holding Tiny Hands, a parent group dedicated to supporting families with newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.
Read More4th of July weekend campsite reservations open Friday
Campers eager to reserve spots for the Fourth of July weekend should mark March 31 on their calendars, when reservations for a Friday arrival open. Campers can make reservations for sites three months ahead of their first night’s stay.
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