Jacob Labate of Jefferson graduated cum laude from Simpson College Dec. 15, 2018. He earned a bachelor of arts degree in political science.
Read MoreMonth: January 2019
In the neighborhood
Please send Rippey news to jeanb@iowatelecom.net January 29, 2019 Lions Club – The Rippey Lions Club will hold a potluck Thursday, Jan. 31, at 7 pm and prepare for serving food at the BRR Ride during the program time. Pastor Paul and Nancy Burrow are the coordinators for the meal.
Read MoreScranton library news
February 2019 events “Take a Book on a Date” Event – all February long – Choose a wrapped book to check out and maybe discover a new author or a new genre to explore! Bowling Tournament – all February long – Stop in to bowl a round on the Wii and show the librarian your score up to once a…
Read MoreRam grapplers prep for sectional
Wuebker second t AC/GC Invite ~courtesy of The Scranton Journal The Greene County wrestling team traveled to Perry Tuesday where they were 0-3 in duals. Brock Wuebker posted three wins, two by fall and a decision. The Rams finished the regular season 17-11.
Read MoreCounty supes ready to award themselves, other officials salary increases
The Greene County supervisors decided Monday what they’ll do with the compensation board’s recommendation for wage increases for county elected officials, described by board chair John Muir as “a perfect plan to put us on a fire and leave us no way out.” After lengthy discussion, the board decided by consensus not to separate their own salaries when they act…
Read MoreOuthowling the howling winds
~a column by Colleen O’Brien [NOTE TO THE READER: The following column was written in February of 1995 for the North Lake Tahoe Bonanza newspaper where I’d been writing a column since 1981. The column is about radio talk show commentator Rush Limbaugh, who has been thus for more than 30 years. In January of 1995, he was contacted by…
Read MoreGenealogists meet Saturday
The Greene County Genealogical Society will have its regular meeting Saturday, Feb. 2, at 10 am in the basement meeting room at the Jefferson public library. Members are asked to bring pictures of their oldest relatives and stories about them. The meeting room is handicapped accessible. Anyone who is interested is welcome to attend.
Read MoreMedical center hires new Foundation director
Greene County Medical Center recently hired Jodi Martin as its new Foundation director. She will bring her experience as director of online programs at Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge to the medical center, where she will focus on Foundation fundraising activities, overseeing Ever Greene Ridge and serving as liaison to the auxiliary. CEO Carl Behne said, “The Foundation…
Read MoreTurkey banquet Saturday night
The Greene County Gobblers Hunting Heritage Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation is hosting its annual banquet and auction on Saturday, Feb. 2, at Clover Hall in the Greene County Fairgrounds in Jefferson. This is the annual fundraising event with money raised used to support the chapter and promote youth hunting activities in the area.
Read MoreExtension slates commercial pesticide training
Iowa State University Extension & Outreach will offer the commercial ag weed, insect and plant disease management continuing instruction course (CIC) for commercial pesticide applicators Tuesday, Feb. 12. The program will be shown at locations across Iowa through the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP).
Read MorePlans for Scranton 150th progressing
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal The Scranton community has a proud heritage and a bright future. On Saturday, June 29, everyone is invited to celebrate with Scranton as the community observes its quasquicentennial. One hundred fifty years is a milestone worthy of recognition.
Read MoreRose Bea Siemann, 1924 – 2019
Funeral services were held Jan. 30 at St Columbkille Catholic Church in Churdan for Rose Bea Siemann, 94, of Jefferson. The Rev Steve Brodersen celebrated the Mass of Christian Burial. Cantor was Greg Carey with Michelle Fields as organist. Honorary casket bearers were James Eischeid, Dennis Hendricks, Paul McDermott, Mike Schultz and Gerald Wright. Casket bearers were David Anderson, Kathryn…
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