Luerettia Sullivan, 1927 – 2018

Services were held July 30 at St Joseph Catholic  Church in Jefferson for Luerettia May Sullivan, 90, of Jefferson. Father John Gerald, pastor of the church, celebrated the Mass of the Resurrection. Sue Wind was lector. Amy Roberts was soloist, accompanied by Lois Last. Honorary bearers were Tracy Jessen, Heather Jessen, Holly Jessen, Amanda Helt and Jackie Molle. Casket bearers…

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Greene County district court, week ending July 26

In Greene County district court James Marvin Holmberg, 43, of Boone was sentenced July 24 to two days in jail after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of possession of methamphetamine. The jail time was suspended and he was placed on informal probation for one year. He must undergo a substance abuse evaluation and complete any recommended…

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Sheriff’s report – July 2018

Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Tuesday, July 31: Routine activity reported. Monday, July 30: At 9:02 am a deputy investigated a harassment complaint in the 200 block of W. Paton St in Paton. At 1:23 pm a deputy investigated a harassment complaint at Spring Lake Park. At 2:02 pm a deputy investigated a…

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Police blotter – July 2018

Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Jefferson police department: Tuesday, July 31: At 2:06 am a traffic stop in the 1400 block of N. Elm St resulted in Milton Wright of Des Moines being cited for driving while license suspended and excessive speed. During the stop the officer could smell the odor of marijuana coming from the car.…

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