Would provide benefits to schools and to JPD When Bernie Sanders asked Greene County High School students last week what issues are important to them, they quickly answered “school shootings.” (See related story under the Features tab.) The Greene County Schools board of education also had school safety on their minds last week, a week after a shooting at a…
Read MoreMonth: February 2018
Greene Co HS students meet Bernie Sanders
Greene County High School musicians had an opportunity to learn about jazz from Rosana Eckert, an internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist and educator from the University of Northern Texas on Friday at Kirkwood Community College’s jazz festival. Some of them years from now may remember the concert they attended in the evening. They’ll all remember who they met and talked with…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Feb. 22
In Greene County district court Jesse Lynn Crawford, 31, of Scranton was sentenced Feb. 21 to five years in prison after he pleaded guilty to a charge of burglary- third degree. The prison term was suspended and he was placed on probation for three years. He must undergo a substance abuse evaluation and complete any recommended treatment at his own…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Feb. 22
In Greene County magistrate court Veronica Laine Ellsbury of Jefferson was sentenced to two days in jail after she pleaded guilty to a charge of domestic abuse assault- first offense. She was also fined $100 with a $35 surcharge. Court costs were $60.
Read MoreSheriff’s report – February 2018
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Wednesday, Feb. 28: At 12:32 pm a deputy investigated a criminal mischief complaint in the 400 block of E. Paton St. in Paton.
Read MoreTownships set budget hearings
Townships have set their budget public hearings as follows: • Junction – Monday, March 5, at 1 pm, courthouse board room in Jefferson. Clerk Jackie Gannon. • Franklin – Monday, March 5, at 2 pm in the courthouse board room in Jefferson. Clerk Carla Offenburger • Greenbrier – Monday, March, 6 at 9 am in the courthouse board room in…
Read MoreJefferson Matters: Main Street honors volunteers
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 MoreFareway 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 More