The Greene County Ram boys varsity basketball team bounced back from a four-point loss to the Gilbert Tigers in Jefferson Friday to win on the road over the Webster City Lynx, 70-65. The Lynx dominated early in the game and led 21-9 before the Rams scored the next seven points to end the first quarter with a 21-16 score. Late…
Read MoreDay: January 22, 2018
Letter to the editor – Linda Ross, Elderserve II
Dear editor, The Greene County Congregate Meal Program (Elderserve II) has great appreciation for the residents of Greene County who support the program. Funding from the county and city of Jefferson is a vital part of our operation along with support from various clubs, organizations, churches and numerous individuals who have given of their time and finances throughout the year…
Read MoreJohn Roper, 1918 – 2018
Funeral services were held January 25 at St Columbkille Catholic Church in Churdan for John Roper, 99, of Lohrville. Father Jeff Schleisman officiated at the Mass of Christian Burial. John Roper died peacefully with his family by his side Saturday, January 20, 2018, at the Shady Oaks Care Center in Lake City.
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Jan. 18
In Greene County district court Jolisha Lashay Dudley, 25, of Fort Dodge was sentenced Jan. 18 to 90 days in jail after she changed her plea to guilty to a charge of driving while license barred. The jail time was suspended and she was placed on informal probation for one year. She was fined $625 with a $218.75 surcharge; both…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Jan. 18
Cases were initiated in magistrate court during the week ending Jan. 18 as follows: Jonathan Rosado of Jefferson, possession of drug paraphernalia; and Jose Trinidad Hernandez of Grand Junction, violation of no contact order.
Read MoreThree percent raise for all county elected officials
The county supervisors awarded all county elected officials, including themselves, a 3 percent salary increase effective July 1. It is the first time in three years the supervisors have given themselves a raise.
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