U.S. Cellular recently launched the Most Valuable Coach program, a campaign to highlight and recognize current active head or assistant high school athletic head coaches who have made a profound impact on an individual, school or community. Fifteen coaches will receive $5,000 grants for their school, and the winning coach will receive a $50,000 grant for his or her community.
Read MoreMonth: August 2017
A country at work
~a column by Colleen O’Brien As I travel around the country visiting my kids and friends, I see construction and maintenance at every bend in the road. Within a short distance of leaving my home and the streets and businesses that I don’t have to pay any attention to, I am quickly caught in the surge of vitalness stretching out…
Read MoreConsumer alert: Give, but give wisely to Hurricane Harvey victims
Attorney General offers disaster relief giving tips DES MOINES – As Iowans answer the call to help Hurricane Harvey victims, Attorney General Tom Miller reminds Iowans to give generously, but to give wisely. “Iowans are already stepping up to help the staggering number of people impacted by this unprecedented hurricane and flooding event,” Miller said. “I want to ensure that…
Read MoreTime to file for city elections
Nominations are now open for city elections to be held Nov. 7. Every city in Greene County will elect council members and all but Jefferson will vote on their mayors. Nomination papers are available from city clerks or the Greene County auditor. They are also available online. Jefferson candidates must have at least 25 signatures on their petitions. Dana requires…
Read MoreCounty, medical center ‘negotiating’ payment for public health
Discussion is continuing between the county supervisors and Greene County Medical Center about the future of public health. Supervisors John Muir and Dawn Rudolph reported at the supervisors’ regular meeting Monday about a meeting they attended last week with public health director Becky Wolf. Also at the meeting were Dr Jon Van Der Veer and Bill Raney. Raney is on…
Read More2017 Relay for Life totals told; planning starts for 2018
The books are closed for the 2017 Relay for Life of Greene County with a final tally of $45,788.52 raised for the American Cancer Society. The funds will be used by the ACS to serve cancer patients and survivors, for research, and for advocacy. The total tops the 2016 total by $4,000. The number of teams at the Relay grew…
Read MoreAnnual fair auction is next Tuesday
Plans are being finalized for the Greene County Fair Association’s fourth annual ag auction. The event will be held Tuesday, Sept. 5, at Clover Hall on the fairgrounds in Jefferson. A social time begins at 5 pm. The meal will be served at 6 followed by the auction at 7 pm. A large number of agriculture-based products have been obtained…
Read MoreLocal foods first topic of Greene Living series
“4-H for grown-ups” The Greene Living series is coming to Greene County Extension, starting with Greene Table: Exploring Local Foods on Thursday, Sept. 7, at Deal’s Orchard. The series will explore how we live today and ways to improve the quality of your life. Lori Mannel, county Extension director, describes it as “4-H for grown-ups.” The evening begins at 5:30…
Read MoreJava & Juice September hosts named
Jefferson Matters: Main Street invites the public to attend the September Java & Juice in Jefferson’s Main Street district. The host business provides coffee, juice, and a treat for those attending. At 9:45, the business owner introduces staff, shares info about services provided or a background of the business. Two of the host businesses this month will just be opening…
Read MoreSchool board candidate forum Aug. 31
The four candidates for the Greene County Schools board of education – Mike Dennhardt, Steve Karber, Lana Teeples and Catherine Wilson – will all attend a candidate forum Thursday, Aug. 31, at 7 pm at the Greene County High School cafeteria.
Read MoreBusiness signage topic of ‘Business After Hours’ Sept. 11
Business owners, area signage companies, and anyone interested in seeing examples of unique, eye-catching and size-appropriate business signage is invited to a free presentation on business signage, “September Signs, Snacks and Suds,” hosted by the Jefferson Matters: Main Street design committee.
Read MoreWorkshop for potential Jeff council candidates slated
The city of Jefferson will hold a workshop Thursday, Sept. 14, at 6 pm at the Greene County Historical Museum (note change of location) for potential candidates seeking election to the city council. Three council members will be elected at large for 4-year terms. Additionally, voters will elect someone to fill the remaining two years of a term representing District…
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