Greene County school superintendent Tim Christensen is hopeful the addition to the elementary school will be finished by the end of September. He said at the regular board of education meeting Aug. 16 he’s “trying to push them hard,” with “them” being Badding Construction, general contractor for the $1.7 million project. The project was scheduled to be completed for the…
Read MoreMonth: August 2017
Letter to the editor, Catherine Carman-Wilson
To the editor, On Tuesday, September 12, you will have the opportunity to elect three new school board members. This decision, I believe, is a pivot point for the future of Greene County Community School District. I would like to secure one of your votes.
Read MoreAbsentee ballots available for school election
Absentee ballots for the Sept. 12 school elections are now available in the Greene County auditor’s office at the courthouse. Ballots are available during regular hours, Monday-Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, from now until 11 am on Election Day. Voters can also request a ballot be mailed to them by filling out an absentee request form.
Read MoreNew daycare center nixed, at least for now
Supes also hear update on bridge work, lightning strike A committee looking at opening a satellite location of the Greene County Early Learning Center in Scranton is “regrouping” before deciding how to proceed. County supervisor Dawn Rudolph, a member of the committee that was exploring using the former Scranton congregate meal site for a daycare center, told the board of…
Read MoreGrand Junction school to be demolished
The Grand Junction city council has voted not to attempt to keep the former Grand Junction school building standing. The decision was made at the council’s regular meeting Aug. 14. The council had held a town hall meeting July 31 to hear input from residents. The majority of those who spoke at the July meeting said demolishing the building was…
Read MoreThere’s a lot of warm history in quilting
Greene County Historical Society program Sept. 1 ~by Chuck Offenburger for the Greene County Historical Society The deep historical roots of quilting, as well as its mushrooming popularity today, will be the subject of the Greene County Historical Society program on Friday, Sept. 1, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Cedar Township, five miles west of Churdan.
Read More‘Stitchin’ Up September’ cash mob Sept. 5 at the Stitch
The promotion committee of Jefferson Matters: Main Street is planning a cash mob, dubbed “Stitchin’ Up September,” for Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 5:30 pm. A cash mob is a fun way for a large group to make a financial impact on a business in a short period of time. Participants in a cash mob promise to spend at least $20…
Read MoreIowa farmers welcome rain
Much needed rain fell throughout the state of Iowa during the week ending Aug. 20, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Statewide there were 4.8 days suitable for fieldwork. Activities for the week included haying and hauling grain. Topsoil moisture levels statewide improved to 19 percent very short, 31 percent short, 49 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus.…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Aug. 17
In Greene County district court Jacob Monroe Cullum, 31, of Paton was sentenced Aug. 15 to 90 days in jail after he pleaded guilty to a charge of assault- serious, amended from domestic abuse assault display or use weapon. All but two days of the jail time was suspended and he was placed on informal probation for one year. He…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Aug. 17
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered Aug. 8 against Edward Eugene Goff of Jefferson on a charge of harassment- third degree. Goff was fined $100 with a $35 surcharge. Court costs were $134.50. In an unrelated case against Goff he pleaded guilty to a charge public intoxication- first offense, amended from a charge of public intoxication- second…
Read MoreT. Jefferson Gardens produce going to food pantry
The most recent delivery of produce grown at the Thomas Jefferson Gardens of Greene County (TJG) was taken to the Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (ARC) for distribution to clients on Wednesday. During recent weeks more than 70 pounds of fresh vegetables were given to the ARC by the gardens, according to Becky Greiner, TJG gardener, (pictured, left, with…
Read MoreFundraiser Saturday for Adam Brubaker
The Friends of Rippey will host a benefit supper and silent auction for Adam Brubaker Saturday, Aug. 26, from 5 to 7 pm at the Rippey Community Center. The supper menu includes maidrites, baked beans, bars and beverages. A free will donation will be accepted. Items for the silent auction are still coming in, according to Friends of Rippey president…
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