Animal science students at Greene County High School received peeps on Valentine’s Day but they weren’t the sweet, chewy candy Peeps. They were peeping peeps – chicks! A year ago Animal science students presented a proposal to the board of education for an authentic experience raising chicks. The board approved, but the city of Jefferson also had to approve it…
Read MoreDay: March 4, 2018
Supper with the vets, March 10
The local veterans groups will host a potato bar dinner Saturday, March 10, from 5 to 7 pm at the VFW hall on the east side of the courthouse square in Jefferson. The meal will include baked potatoes with all the fixings, salads, desserts and beverages. A free will donation will be accepted. All are welcome.
Read MoreBabysitting Basics offered during spring break
Registration fee increases Thursday Babysitting Basics, a course for county youngsters in grades 5-8, will be held Friday, March 16, and Saturday, March 17, from 8:30 am to noon at the Greene County Extension office in Jefferson. This is during the schools’ spring break, so there is no school on Friday. Participants must attend both sessions in order to be…
Read MoreMedical center hosts lunch-n-learn about sleep
“A Good Night’s Sleep” is the topic of a community lunch-n-learn event Monday, March 12, from 12 to 1 pm at Greene County Medical Center’s education classroom. A sack lunch will be provided for those who RSVP. Dr James Meyer will discuss obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is the result of muscle relaxation in the back of the throat, which…
Read MoreStill looking for a new local weather observer
Volunteer precipitation observers invited to join CoCoRaHS DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s state climatology office and the National Weather Service are recruiting volunteer precipitation observers across Iowa to participate in the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow network, known as “CoCoRaHS” (pronounced “KO-ko-rozz”).
Read MoreStudents named Rams of the Month
Greene County Elementary has announced the Rams of the Month for December and January. These students are chosen by the staff for almost always being respectful, responsible, and safe. They also exhibit the school’s mantra – Right Attitudes Make Success. One student is selected each month from grades K-4. The Ram of the Month Awards are sponsored by Hy-Vee. December…
Read MoreExtension offers online course for homebuyers
AMES, Iowa — Signs of spring are popping up in many front yards, advertising homes for sale. Many Iowans are hoping to claim those for-sale signs because their American Dream is to buy their own home. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers an online course for those who may need some help achieving their dream.
Read MoreNominations open for county elected offices
The nominating period for elected county offices opens Monday, March 5. Offices up for election in the November general election are the supervisors from District 2 (incumbent Tom Contner) and District 3 (Dawn Rudolph), treasurer (incumbent Donna Lawson), recorder (incumbent Marcia Tasler), and county attorney (incumbent Nicola Martino).
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