Greene County Medical Center generated $24,741,998 for the Greene County area’s economy in 2016, according to the most recent impact study by the Iowa Hospital Association (IHA). The report also shows that the medical center’s employees spent $2,661,135 on retail sales within the county and contributed $159,668 in state sales tax revenue.
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Jefferson man pleads guilty to poaching trophy buck
Brett Cranston, 41, of Jefferson, pleaded guilty on March 9 to three charges related to illegally taking a deer during the first shotgun deer season in Greene County. The poaching case began when Cranston spotted the deer one mile west of Highway 4 and about six miles south of Jefferson in the midafternoon on Dec. 11, 2016. He fired at…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending March 9
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered against Jeremy Michael King of Fort Dodge on a charge of theft- fifth degree. He was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge and a $125 Law Enforcement Initiative (LEI) surcharge. He must also pay $248.09 court costs and $37.03 restitution to the Paton Pit Stop.
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending March 9
In Greene County district court Zachery Allen Powell, 23, of Lake City was sentenced to two days in jail March 3 after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of operating while intoxicated (OWI)- first offense. He can complete a 48-hour weekend offender program in lieu of the jail time. He must also complete the recommendations of a…
Read MoreLevy rate to decrease in Jefferson by 7 cents
The residential levy rate will decrease by 7 cents to $15.15 for Jefferson taxpayers in the budget proposed for Fiscal Year 2017-18. The budget calls for a levy of $12.83 (per thousand dollars of taxable valuation) for the general fund, an increase of 25 cents, offset by a decrease of 32 cents to $2.32 for debt service.
Read More4-H hoops tournament Sunday
The Junction Food Producers will defend their title at the annual 4-H basketball tournament Sunday, March 10, from 1 to 5:30 pm at the Scranton Community Center. Last year they topped the team from the Cedar Highland club in the championship game.
Read MoreSpirit Team raising funds for Relay for Life
The Greene County Spirit Team has raised $940 for Relay for Life, and the girls may not be finished fundraising. All fall and winter Ram cheerleaders comprise the team. They held bake sales and earmarked a portion of the proceeds from the 2016 jersey auction for Relay for Life, team sponsor Deb Marquardt said.
Read MoreLions Club pancake supper Monday
The Jefferson Lions Club will serve its annual pancake supper Monday, March 13, from 5 to 7 pm at the Elks lodge. Take-outs will be available. Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for children younger than 12. They’ll be available at the door.
Read MoreCooking class, soccer and track on the docket for JPRD
Young cooks are invited to learn new skills and how to make delicious and nutritious food at Chef 4 a Day at the Greene County Community Center. A dietician or chef from the Jefferson Hy-Vee will lead the fun class Tuesday and Thursday, March 14 and 16.
Read MoreJefferson Matters tells award nominees
For 31 years, Main Street Iowa has annually presented awards honoring outstanding accomplishments, activities, and people making a difference in Main Street districts across the state.
Read MoreSet your clock ahead and check your smoke detector
Daylight saving time began at 2 am Sunday. The trade off for losing an hour of sleep is an extra hour of daylight at the end of the day. According to the American Red Cross, there’s more. “When you turn your clocks ahead this weekend, it’s a great time to also test your smoke alarms,” said Leslie Schaffer, regional executive…
Read MoreJanuary Bucket Fillers named
Bucket Fillers at Greene County Elementary for January are (from left) Mia Russell, Reagan Grow, Lucas Daniel and Nora Reedy. 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. Lori Subbert, manager of the Jefferson Hy-Vee, sponsor of the Bucket Filler program at…
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