Greene County voters have three opportunities to meet candidates this week. Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds, who is running for election, will be in Jefferson at Dunkers by Matt Tuesday, Oct. 30, at 11:30 am as part of her Keep Iowa Moving tour. The event is free. Persons planning to attend are asked to register for the event by clicking here.…
Read MoreYear: 2018
Letter to the editor – Jane Alexander
To the Editor: J. D. Scholten, candidate for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District, leaves a lot of daylight between his stance and incumbent Steve King’s. First, he shows up. He’s been in Greene County at least four times this year answering questions from the public. In mid-October, he visited residents in Churdan for part of an afternoon. Representative King hasn’t held…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Oct. 25
In Greene County district court Randy Jason Milliken, 56, of Otho was fined $100 with a $35 surcharge after he pleaded guilty to a charge of unlawful betting (simple misdemeanor), amended from gambling- cheat or alter outcome of game (Class D felony). Court costs were $60. (Sentencing: Honorable William B. McCarville)
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Oct. 25
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered Oct. 24 against Allen George Smith of Grand Junction on a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia. Smith was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge and a $125 Law Enforcement Initiative surcharge. Court costs were $126.
Read MoreSheriff’s report – October 2018
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Wednesday, Oct. 31: At 7:33 am a deputy investigated a car-deer accident on Highway 30 near County Road P-46 east of Grand Junction. Vicki Gustafson, 64, of Ogden struck a deer with her 2010 Ford Fusion, causing an estimated $4,000 damage to the vehicle. At 10:10 am a…
Read MorePolice blotter – October 2018
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Jefferson police department: Wednesday, Oct. 31: At 2:43 pm a complainant reported a stray dog near S. Mulberry and E. Vest Sts. The officer placed the dog in the animal holding facility. Tuesday, Oct. 30: At 5:05 pm an officer began investigating a sex abuse of a 14-year-old allegedly abused in Jefferson…
Read MoreEvery day is Drug Take Back Day
Area residents who saw public service announcements about the National Drug Take Back Day Saturday are reminded that any day can be Drug Take Back Day in Greene County. Greene County Medical Center and Medicap Pharmacy have partnered to provide MedSafe drug disposal in the main lobby at the medical center. It’s accessible seven days a week when the main…
Read MoreKiwanis members donate supplies to school
The Jefferson Kiwanis Club delivered boxes of tissues and containers of disinfectant wipes to Greene County Elementary last week. At the Oct. 17 meeting, Kiwanis members received their weekly message for the “Just for Today” challenge. Members were asked to bring one small box of tissues or Clorox wipes to the next meeting, for delivery to the school.
Read MorePancake supper in Scranton Saturday
Scranton Betterment will hold its annual pancake supper Saturday, Nov.3, from 5 to 6:30 pm in the Scranton Community Center lunch room. (Please use the south entrance.) Free will donations will be accepted. For carry-outs or local delivery please call 515-370-3016.
Read MoreVFW serving breakfast Saturday
Sausage, egg and cheese biscuits, orange juice and coffee are on the menu next Saturday morning, Nov. 3, at the VFW post on the east side of the downtown square in Jefferson. Serving will be from 7 to 11 am.
Read MoreNovember Java & Juice hosts told
The schedule for Friday morning Java & Juice get-togethers in November features quite a variety of locations. Java & Juice begins at 9:30 am with coffee and a light refreshment. At 9:45 the host is welcome to tell the story of the business, highlighting product lines or services. There is also time for announcements of upcoming local events. The gathering…
Read MoreGenaological Society meets Saturday
Karen Pound will speak about Silent Cities at the regular meeting of the Greene County Genealogical Society Saturday, Nov. 3, at 10 am in the basement meeting room at the Jefferson public library. “Silent Cities” refers to gravestones with unique markings and their meanings. All are welcome. The meeting room is handicapped accessible.
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