Please send Rippey news to jeanb@iowatelecom.net December 17, 2018 The Rippey United Methodist Church put on its Christmas Program during the church service Dec.16. It was “Twas the Night Before Christmas”. Participants were Roy & Phyllis Bardole; Pete, Yvette, Arthur, Avery, and Aden Bardole; Dick & Jo Bardole; Jon and Aryana Mills, Becca Davis, Raymond Weis, Ashley Buenrostro; Shane, Ireland,…
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Greene County district court, week ending Dec. 13
In Greene County district court the following persons pleaded not guilty at arraignment during the week ending Dec. 13: Ruth Marie Fischer, 42, of Paton, operating while intoxicated- first offense; Crystal Ann Jordan, 33, of Scranton, child endangerment causing injury; Rodney Dean Halterman, 18, of Grand Junction, drug distribution violation to person younger than 18; and Christopher Richard Sowers, 46,…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, Dec. 5-13
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered Dec. 5 against Shelby Lynn Thoma of Fort Dodge on a charge of theft- fifth degree. She was fined $65with a $22.75 surcharge and a $125 Law Enforcement Initiative surcharge. Court costs were $60.
Read MoreAg land values fall statewide and in Greene County
Agricultural land values in Greene County decreased more than the state average, but the value is still higher than the average value across the state. Results of Iowa State University’s 2018 Land Value Survey were released Dec. 12. The annual survey was conducted by the Center for Agricultural and Rural Development (CARD) at ISU and ISU Extension and Outreach.
Read MoreGrCoMS tells honor students for first tri
Patriot’s Pen winners named At a recent assembly at Greene County Middle School students’ accomplishments during the fall semester were celebrated. Winners of the Patriot’s Pen essay contest were honored. Kristin Wailes placed first, Meadow Losee placed second, and Michael Rumley placed third. Students wrote essays of 300-400 words on the topic “Why I Honor the American Flag.”
Read MoreExtension horticulturalists give tips on poinsettia care
~by Richard Jauron, Willy Klein AMES, Iowa – Poinsettia plants remain one of the most popular holiday flowers. The familiar red flowers have been joined by even flashier colors to include pastel yellow and vibrant bi-colors. Because poinsettias have been forced into bloom, they need some extra care to keep them healthy and looking good throughout the holidays. Horticulturists with…
Read MoreLetter to the community – GC Early Learning Center board
To the community, The Greene County Early Learning Center has great appreciation for the faithful support received from our local communities. Grants, donations, fundraisers and volunteer hours make it possible for the center to thrive and grow each year.
Read MoreRams host Roland-Story Norse in hoops, split games
The Greene County Rams hosted the Roland-Story Norse for basketball Friday and split the varsity games. The boys improved their record to 4-3 overall and 2-3 in the Heart of Iowa Conference, while the girls remained winless, 0-7 overall and 0-5 in the conference.
Read MoreGladys Bastow, 1923 – 2018
Gladys Bastow, 95, passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2018 in Des Moines. Honoring her wishes, there will be a family memorial service at a later date. Gladys was born on a farm near Osceola, on April 16, 1923, to Robert and Maude Baysinger. She was the youngest of three children. The family moved to Ridgeway, MO, in 1928, and later…
Read MoreKaren Wolf, 1966 – 2018
Memorial services for Karen Wolf, 52, of Waukee will be held Tuesday, Dec. 18, Tuesday, at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson. The Rev. Julie Poulsen of First United Methodist Church in Jefferson will officiate. Danille Curtis will be the soloist and accompanist. Interment will be in the Paton Township Cemetery near Paton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made…
Read MoreNominations open for ABC Award
Greene County Chamber and Tourism is seeking nominations for the 2018 ABC Award. The award will be presented at the Chamber’s annual meeting, tentatively set for late January. Nominations are due Friday, Jan. 11, by 3 pm.
Read MoreTown and Country Band slates Christmas concerts
The Town and Country Band will perform a pair of Christmas concerts this weekend. The first performance of a mini tour slated for Dec. 2 was cancelled due to road conditions. The band will perform Saturday, Dec. 15, at 7 pm at the First Baptist Church in Churdan, and on Sunday, Dec. 16, at 1:30 pm at the United Methodist…
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