Greene County Medical Center will honor its 10th DAISY Award winner on Wednesday, Nov. 14, at 1:30 pm in the medical center’s education classroom. Nominees being recognized at the Nov. 14 award ceremony are Acute nurses Karen Carman, Gina Geisler, Cassie Fowler, Andrea Allbee and Kelsey Savits; Long Term Care nurses Deb Schoon and Stacey Biggart; clinics nurses Tammy Kiner…
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Greene County magistrate court, week ending Nov. 8
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered Oct.31 against Steven Logan Dzuris of Jefferson on a charge of disorderly conduct. He was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge. Court costs were $60. A judgment was entered against Dean Emmet Salzwedel Jr of Ames on a charge of disorderly conduct. He was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge. Court
Read MoreFood pantry board starts building fund drive
The Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (GCCARC) board has determined that needs in the county have grown too much for the food pantry’s current location. The board plans to purchase the former Clark Plumbing & Heating building on N. Elm St.
Read MoreTips for safe use of opioids
New Opportunities provides the following information to promote safe use of opioids. Have you or a loved one been prescribed medication to assist with pain management? If so you may be taking a medication that is classified as an opioid. Opioids are medications that reduce the feelings of pain by attaching to pain receptors in the body. The drawback to…
Read MoreHoliday of Lights now at Greene County Medical Center
The Holiday of Lights, hosted by the Greene County Medical Center auxiliary, is now in progress in the main lobby at the medical center. A wide variety of decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, door decorations and centerpieces are being sold by silent auction now through Monday, Dec. 10. Bidding will close at 4 pm that day and the high bidders can…
Read MoreWild Rose, Kiwanis partner for toy drive
Wild Rose Casino & Resort Jefferson will partner with the Jefferson Kiwanis to hold a Toys for a Cause toy drive Sunday, Nov. 18, from noon to 4 pm in the promenade of the casino. Wild Rose Casino and Resort employees along with Kiwanis members will donate new toys collected during the event to children in need over the holiday…
Read MoreTime for Christmas card photos with Fluffy or Fido
Pet owners have an opportunity to have their pet’s picture taken with Santa Claus in time for Christmas cards and holiday gifts. Animal Protection and Education (A.P.E.) has invited Santa to be at the Greene County Community Center Saturday, Nov. 17, from 1 to 3 pm. Images will be emailed to the pet owner for printing and use as desired.…
Read MoreA new sign for Thomas Jefferson Gardens
Thomas Jefferson Gardens has been awarded a signage mini grant to help pay for a bronze sign on the other side of the entrance gate similar to the present sign. The Jefferson Rotary Club partnered with Jefferson Matters: Main Street to offer mini grants in the Main Street district. Pictured is Roger Aegerter (left) of the Thomas Jefferson Gardens board…
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4-H news
Greenbrier family potluck The Greenbrier 4-H club’s family potluck was held Sunday, Nov. 4, at the Presbyterian Church in Jefferson with 75 parents and members in attendance. This annual event celebrated the accomplishments of the club and its members over the last year.
Read MoreE.B. and Mrs Wilson coming to Jefferson
Mr and Mrs E.B. Wilson, as portrayed by Don and Jean Van Gilder, will be among those attending “Our Wilsons & Lincoln – 100 Years Later” Sunday at 2 pm in the courthouse rotunda. The program commemorates the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the life-size statue of Abraham Lincoln on the courthouse lawn. The Van Gilders wrote a readers’…
Read MoreRam boys at 2-0 after second hoops win in two days
Coach Chris Nelson’s varsity boys basketball team got its second win of the young season Tuesday in Perry, topping the Blue Jays 69-46. The Blue Jays had won the last six meetings of the non-conference rivalry going into the game. The Rams got off to a bit of slow start, understandable after they scored 94 points just one day earlier…
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