Jefferson Matters: Main Street held its annual volunteer appreciation party on Wednesday to thank the 50+ volunteers who are regularly involved in the program. Each of the five committees honored those who stood out in the past year and were recognized at the event. The Jefferson Matters: Main Street 2017 Leadership Award was also presented by president Jamie Daubendiek to…
Read MoreDay: February 25, 2018
Fareway partners with MDA on Shamrock program
Fareway Stores throughout Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota are uniting to help the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) free kids and adults from the harmful effects of muscular dystrophy, ALS and related life-threatening diseases by participating in the MDA Shamrocks program beginning Valentines Day and running through St. Patrick’s Day.
Read More’99 Counties, 99 Restaurants’ names 209 Main as Greene County destination
Elected officials aren’t the only ones who can visit all 99 counties in Iowa. The Iowa Tourism Officer invites travelers to eat where local residents eat with the launch of “99 Counties, 99 Restaurants.”
Read MoreCareers class visits Jefferson Telecom
Students the careers class at Greene County High School visited Jefferson Telecom on Feb. 12. Chief operating officer Jamie Daubendiek and certified technical operator Duane Russell gave students a tour of the building. The two talked about rapidly changing technology and how Jefferson Telecom keeps current with technology demands.
Read MoreReservations now open for Memorial Day camping
Spring just has to be close For people who like to camp for the entire Memorial Day weekend, the three-month window to reserve a state park campsite for a Friday arrival opens Feb. 25. Memorial Day weekend is Friday, May 25 through Monday, May 28.
Read MoreLetter to the editor – Clay Ross
To whom it might concern, I find the local media coverage on the proposed school bond issue has been rather lacking. What do I mean by this? There have been several community meeting on the subject where people like me could voice any questions and concerns on the subject.
Read MoreTotal cost of proposed school project – $35 million
After the news last week of commitments totaling $9.5 million for the proposed Greene County High School and Iowa Central Community College regional career academy, the committee promoting the April 3 bond referendum announced that the total cost of the project is $35 million.
Read MorePolice blotter – February 2018
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Jefferson police department: Wednesday, Feb. 28: At 9:29 am a complainant reported her vehicle being struck while parked at 207 W. Gallup Rd. The 2007 Ford Taurus had a reported $3,000 in damages to the driver’s side. The officer is investigating.
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