March 19, 2018 Please send your news to jeanb@iowatelecom.net CELEBRATION OF LIFE – Join us for a celebration of life luncheon honoring the life of Craig DeMoss at the Lakeside Shelter House at Spring Lake State Park northeast Jefferson Saturday, March 24, at 2 pm.
Read MoreDay: March 20, 2018
Letter to the editor – Keith Van Beek
Dear Greene County Residents, I’ve heard the sentiment, “Why do we need a new school? We are a retirement community, and no young families will want to move here” in light of the upcoming bond issue. My wife Kelsie and I made the decision to move to Greene County a little over two years ago. We had zero connection to…
Read MoreLetter to the editor – Dianne Blackmer
Dear editor, Nearly 100 years ago, a new high school was built, proudly carrying the hopes and dreams of our people for their children. Almost a half century later, recognizing the changing educational needs of new generations, a beautiful new high school was built and the proud old building came to serve middle school students.
Read MoreLetter to the editor – Patrick and Brooke Raney
To the editor, My wife Brooke and I often talk about raising our (future) children in a small school district. Living in the Des Moines metro nearly 10 years is a blast with many entertainment options, restaurants, bike trails, and friends. When I mention someday moving “home” to my clients, friends, and family I generally get the question, “Why do…
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