The Greene County Democrats’ inaugural Groundhog Day Dinner Feb. 2 drew not only local Democrats, but also guests from surrounding counties, State Rep Karin Derry of House District 39 (Polk County), State Rep Wes Breckenridge of House District 29 (Jasper County), and J.D. Scholten, contender for the Fourth Congressional District seat held by Steve King. Close to 80 people attended…
Read MoreDay: February 7, 2019
Jim Grace, 1930 – 2019
Funeral services were held February 9 at St Joseph Catholic Church in Jefferson for James Martin Grace, 88, of Jefferson. Fr Jim Bruch of Ogden celebrated the Mass of the Resurrection. Connie Skinner gave the eulogy. Sheilah Pound was soloist, accompanied by Lois Last. Honorary bearers were Daniel Grace, Cooper Skinner, KeAnna Skinner, Sarah Walker, David Moore, Ken Baker, Tyler…
Read MoreSchool year extended due to snow days
Snow days – days when school is closed due to the weather – are now “good news, bad news” days. The good news for teachers and students is they have an unplanned day of leisure. The bad news is they’ll be in school in June, when everything outdoors is calling them. As of Thursday, the last day of school for…
Read MoreImpact Award forms now at county libraries
Nomination forms are now available at local libraries for the 10th annual Greene County Community Impact Award. The award annually honors an individual or individuals who have made a contribution of time and talents, not only to a specific community, but to the county as a whole. The Impact Award will honor social, educational, or cultural contributions to the Greene…
Read MoreDuncan of Panorama to coach Ram football, teach phys ed
Greene County Schools superintendent announced Thursday morning that Caden Duncan has accepted the position of head football coach for the Rams. Duncan currently teaches physical education and health in grades 7-12 at Panorama. He coaches football and track and serves as the strength and conditioning coordinator. Duncan is a graduate of Prairie Valley High School and played two years of…
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