Gov Kim Reynolds made a campaign stop in Jefferson Tuesday as part of her “Keep Iowa Moving”(KIM) tour. With her was State Auditor Mary Mosiman, who is running for re-election. Phil Thompson, Republican candidate for Iowa House District 47 made brief remarks. The event, which was held at Dunkers by Matt, lasted 30 minutes. Reynolds was introduced by Greene County…
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County approves urban renewal district, use of TIF
The use of $5 million in tax increment financing (TIF) revenue to build a regional career academy is nearly a “done deal.” The Greene County supervisors on Monday approved the first reading of the ordinance needed to establish a urban renewal district including the first 41 Beaver Creek wind turbines.
Read More‘Our Wilsons & Lincoln’ will salute the statue’s 100 years
Celebration at Greene County courthouse Sunday, Nov. 11 An inspiring story of how the unique statue of President Abraham Lincoln was commissioned, placed and dedicated on the Greene County Courthouse square 100 years ago will be told again on Sunday, Nov. 11, in a 2 pm program in the courthouse rotunda in Jefferson.
Read MoreJeff residents asked to complete survey
Answers will be used to update city’s comprehensive plan The city of Jefferson, in cooperation with Region XII Council of Governments, is preparing an update to the city’s comprehensive plan. The comprehensive plan is a strategic plan for the growth and development of the city. Part of the planning process includes a public opinion survey. Completing the survey will help…
Read MoreMidland Power Cooperative announces Boone office
Midland Power Cooperative announces its board of directors has approved the construction of a new administrative office in Boone. The move marks an important milestone in the company’s history and signals Midland Power’s commitment to providing a high level of service to its members.
Read MoreCongressional candidates visit Greene County
Both candidates for the Fourth Congressional District seat – incumbent Republican Steven King and Democrat J.D. Scholten – have been in Jefferson in recent weeks. J.D. Scholten spoke at his 39-county “You Can’t Fake Showing Up” tour Oct. 15. King spoke at a fundraiser for Iowa House District 47 candidate Phil Thompson Oct. 22.
Read MoreDementia topic of Community Conversation Nov. 1
A Community Conversation Thursday, Nov. 1, will feature information about dementia. Lisa Kuhl, director of marketing at Regency Park Nursing and Rehab will talk about 10 early signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Mollie Schmidt, director of the Memory Care unit at Regency Park, will share the latest information about the care and treatment of dementia.
Read MoreFree event will share ideas for marketing small businesses
A free event with marketing ideas for small businesses will be held Monday, Nov. 5, at the Elks lodge in Jefferson. Robin Bostrom, Main Street Iowa business specialist, will share ideas she has collected from small rural businesses around the state. Business owners interested in getting new options other than social media are invited to hear this creative and short…
Read MoreHarvest still behind but dry weather helped
Iowa farmers had a good week for harvesting with 5.8 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Oct. 28, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Taking advantage of the dry conditions, activities for the week included harvesting corn and soybeans, baling stalks, anhydrous and manure application, fall tillage, and planting cover crops.
Read MoreBowling night slated for new and potential 4-H members
Interested new 4-H members this year, as well as their parents and guardians, are invited to a free bowling and pizza night Friday, Nov. 9, beginning at 6 pm at the Greene County Extension office. The night will begin with fun and learning more about the 4-H program before heading to Spare Time Lanes in Jefferson to bowl.
Read MoreLocal candidates respond to questionnaire
The Scranton Journal provided questionnaires to the local candidates, seeking basic information about their candidacy in races where there is a contest. Here are their responses, shared with GreeneCountyNewsOnline readers by Scranton Journal publisher Luann Waldo:
Read MoreGrow Greene slates grant writing workshop
A grant writing workshop is scheduled to be presented in Jefferson Nov. 29 for representatives of nonprofits, local government and schools. Grant Writing 101 will provide hands-on training in seeking and writing successful grant applications. The workshop will be presented Thursday, Nov. 29, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at the Greene County Community Center in Jefferson. The workshop is sponsored…
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