Judging of 2017 Greene County 4-H static exhibit entries was done Tuesday, July 11, by a variety of judges in the areas of animals; agriculture and natural resources; creative arts; science, engineering, and technology; family and consumer sciences; and personal development. The static exhibit judging event was coordinated by static superintendents Michelle Hardin, Linda Hedges, Shari Minnehan, and Jo Anne…
Read MoreDay: July 23, 2017
New equipment and medals for JPRD archery students
The Jefferson park and recreation department’s youth archery program got a boost this year with a donation from Darcy Blackmer Gill, a former archery student of Doreen and Skeeter Wilber. Gill donated $250 for archery equipment, and her donation was matched by her employer. Pictured are the items purchased.
Read MoreSchool supply drive at Jefferson Telecom
Jefferson Telecom has partnered with New Opportunities this year to supply school age children with the basic materials to succeed in school. Suggested donations are new backpacks, #2 pencils, ink pens: red, blue, and black, glue sticks, wide-ruled spiral notebooks, loose-leaf wide ruled paper, 16 count crayons, and washable markers.
Read MoreThey share the same birthday and celebrate together
The July 24 Birthday gang celebrated their birthdays a bit early this year — Friday, July 21, at the Tea Garden with meal and dessert. The group has been meeting for 25 years.
Read MoreWinners told in fair livestock shows
Greene County 4-H members showed their livestock projects at shows held during the county fair July 11-15. Greene County Extension & Outreach has released results of those shows. DOG – The 2017 4-H dog agility show was held on Tuesday, July 11, with the 4-H dog obedience and showmanship show held Wednesday. Kris Perisho of Pilot Mound judged the dog…
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