~a column by Colleen O’Brien A quiet revolution is under way. The quietness of it is a relief in this age when there is only so much ballyhoo we can deal with before turning off all media. If the tenets of this revolution are adopted and practiced, perhaps it will be just in time to save a homo sapiens-dominated Earth.
Read MoreDay: November 14, 2018
JPD chief proposes hiring/retention incentives for officers
Jefferson police chief Mark Clouse expects a need to hire three patrol officers in the next few months and he’s worried he won’t be able to attract good applicants. He’s also worried about why he’s back in hiring mode, as he’s hired five officers in the last four years. One is no longer with the department and two others are…
Read MoreGannon/Mechaelsen wins treasurer’s race by two votes
Updated Tuesday evening – supervisors to hold special meeting Lawson asks for recount Incumbent Greene County treasurer Donna Lawson came one vote closer to keeping her job, but after the auditor’s absentee and special voter board met Tuesday, challenger Katlynn Gannon/Mechaelsen won the election by two votes. That count was upheld when the county supervisors canvassed the votes later that…
Read MoreSupes discuss changing cost share of LEC
The Greene County supervisors had a light agenda for their regular meeting Tuesday, held a day late due to the Veterans Day holiday. The only items on the agenda were to appoint Jamie Meyer as Cedar Township trustee to replace Mick Towers, who has relocated; and to approve the third and final reading of an ordinance for the division of…
Read MoreMore election results: Non-partisan positions
There were several non-partisan positions on the ballot for the Nov. 6 general election. There were no contested races among them. Township officers elected were: • Dawson Trustee: Scott Walker 67 votes; Clerk Becki Cunningham 70 votes • Franklin Trustee: Doug Lawton 59 votes; Clerk Carla K Offenburger 51 votes • Grant Trustee: Peg Semke 112 votes; Clerk Marvin Rasmussen…
Read MoreAnnual Christmas tree lighting Dec. 6
The “official kick-off” of the holiday season in Jefferson will be Thursday, Dec. 6, with the annual Christmas tree lighting held in the Thomas Jefferson Gardens. Several organizations have been coordinating this event to enhance the evening even further.
Read MoreUnseasonably cold temps continue in Iowa
As temperatures dipped below normal across much of the state, Iowa farmers managed to find 4.0 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Nov. 11, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Activities for the week included harvesting corn and soybeans, baling stalks, applying anhydrous and manure, repairing tile, and fall tillage in areas where the ground was…
Read MoreJPD says ‘Buckle up every trip. Every time’
Someone will be grateful you did The following press release is shared by Captain Heath Enns of the Jefferson police department: Thanksgiving is the beginning of the holiday season, as well as the year’s busiest travel weekend. Whether you’re driving across the street or across the country to reach your Thanksgiving feast, it’s imperative to wear your seat belt as…
Read MoreGarden Club tells homes on Tour of Homes
“Renovation” and “new construction” are the catchwords for the homes on the 2018 Jefferson Garden Club Tour of Homes. The four homes will be decorated for Christmas by December 1 and ready to display “Christmas Magic,” this year’s theme. The Tour of Homes takes place from noon to 4 pm.
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