The Greene County supervisors on Tuesday discussed fireworks permits in light of Senate File 489, which legalizes the sale of fireworks in Iowa, but there was no mention of exercising their right to regulate the use of fireworks in the county. SF 489 was signed by Gov Terry Branstad May 9. The bill allows the sale of consumer fireworks from…
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Registrations due by June 5 for Bill Riley Talent Search
All young musicians and dancers are reminded that next Tuesday, June 5, is the last day to register to compete in the Bill Riley Talent Search slated for June 10 during the Bell Tower Festival in Jefferson. Thanks to sponsorship by Bolton & Menk, cash prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place winners in both the Sprout…
Read MoreLast week was driest week in 11, cooler than normal
Wet conditions kept farmers from finishing up planting during the week ending May 28, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Statewide there were only 2.7 days suitable for fieldwork. There were scattered reports of corn turning yellow, and replanting of crops in areas with standing water. Topsoil moisture levels statewide rated 77 percent adequate and 23 percent surplus.…
Read MoreGreene County seniors receive scholarships, awards
Fifty-five members of the Greene County High School class of 2017 received honor cords, scholarships and other recognitions at the annual Awards Night Tuesday, May 23.
Read MoreFamiliar places
~a column by Colleen O’Brien Cemeteries in the U.S. have a familiar look to them – grassy gravel roads winding casually or plotted in neat grids, rows of rectangular gravestones with the occasional marble angel and limestone tree with a squirrel in it. There are usually two or three house-like mausoleums for the wealthy of old. The lovely fir trees,…
Read More‘Build a Better World’ at the Jefferson public library
Children ages 4 through fifth grade are invited to register now for the free 2017 summer reading program, “Build a Better World,” at the Jefferson public library. During the months of June and July, children will build a mural, cardboard box city, Truffula Trees, incredible rocks, and paper sculptures. It’s all about teamwork, with each person adding his or her…
Read MoreMemorial Day observed in Jefferson
The Memorial Day program at the Jefferson Municipal Cemetery was a multi-generational event, as it has been in recent years. The high school band, younger students, the Jefferson fire department, and the local posts of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, were all represented at the program. Winners in essay contests held during the past year read…
Read MoreGoodwill trailer in Jeff June 8-15
The Goodwill trailer will be parked in Jefferson at the United Methodist Church from Thursday, June 8, until Thursday, June 15. Goodwill uses the donations to create jobs across the state. Items accepted for resale include good, clean clothing, shoes, housewares and small furniture; books, CDs and videos; collectibles, toys, electronics in working condition and computer accessories.
Read MoreGenealogical Society meets Saturday
The Greene County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, June 3, at 10 am in the basement meeting room of the Jefferson public library. Shirley Ross will tell of her “family lynching,” which some have said is “quite a story.” Guests are always welcome. The meeting room is handicap accessible.
Read MoreReynolds to lead historic all-Iowa agricultural trade mission
Trip marks the first time all of Iowa’s farm groups have come together for a trade mission DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds on May 30 announced that she will lead an all Iowa agriculture trade mission to China July 19-28. Traveling with her will be representatives from commodity groups and the Farm Bureau, emphasizing Iowa’s corn, pork, soy, beef,…
Read MoreTrinity Lutheran Church hosting VBS June 11-15
Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson is hosting vacation Bible school for youngsters 3 years of age to fifth graders June 11-15. The theme is VBS 2017 is a victory celebration.
Read MoreFunds available for new conservation practices
Greene County Soil and Water Conservation District has announced that funding will be available for local farmers and landowners to assist in the installation of conservation practices through the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) cost-share program.
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