Greene County Democrats will host presidential hopeful Marianne Williamson on Saturday, March 2, at 2 pm at the Welcome Center at Thomas Jefferson Gardens, 201 E Lincolnway, Jefferson. The event is free and open to the public. Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson has sold more than 3 million books world-wide, with millions of people attending her lectures over a 35-year career…
Read MoreDay: February 24, 2019
County still dealing with Saturday night blizzard
Snow is no longer falling but Highway 4 north of Jefferson remains closed Sunday afternoon due to blowing and drifting snow. Highway 4 south of Jefferson and Highway 30 in either direction are open but travel is strongly discouraged, according to the Greene County sheriff’s office.
Read MoreScratch cupcakes coming to Greene County
The RSVP volunteer program is bringing the special flavor and artistry of cupcakes from Scratch Cupcakery to Greene County. The RSVP staff and advisory council are taking orders for Scratch cupcakes now through March 1. There are 18 different selections available, with each selection including a half-dozen cupcakes in several different flavors. Death by Chocolate, Peanut Butter Panic, Coconut Crazy,…
Read MoreJefferson Matters honors volunteers
Jefferson Matters: Main Street held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Party Thursday, Feb. 21, to thank the 60-plus volunteers who are regularly involved in the program. The Jefferson Matters: Main Street 2018 Leadership Award was presented to Debra McGinn by president Jamie Daubendiek. McGinn has led the Tower View Team, working tirelessly to promote its mission of bringing public art to…
Read MoreStill time to sign up for Watch D.O.G.S.
Dads, uncles, grandfathers and other great men are invited to learn more about the Greene County Watch D.O.G.S. program Saturday, March 2, between 8 and 10 am at Dunkers By Matt in Jefferson. Men who sign up for a day of Watch D.O.G.S. volunteering will be treated to a donut.
Read MoreSoup supper to benefit GJ 150th
The GJ 150 committee will hold a soup supper Sunday, March 3, from 5 to 6:30 pm at the Grand Junction Community Center. The supper was originally planned for Feb. 17. The menu is chili, cheesy potato soup, ham sandwiches, bars, lemonade and coffee. Carry-outs will be available. Persons who would like meals delivered should call the Grand Junction city…
Read MoreJPRD knows spring is near
Register now for soccer, pitching/hitting clinics, Mother-Son Date Night and Chef Camp Parents of wanna-be soccer players are reminded that Saturday, March 2, is the hard deadline for registering children for the Jefferson park and recreation department’s spring outdoor soccer programs. Registration can be done at any time or at a final sign-up event Friday from 2 to 5 pm…
Read MoreMarch Java & Juice hosts told
The Friday morning Java & Juice schedule for March includes one business on the downtown square and four others only a “stone’s throw” away. 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…
Read MoreReservations open for Memorial weekend camping
For people interested in camping during Memorial Day weekend, the three-month window to reserve a campsite at an Iowa state park opens Sunday, Feb. 24. Memorial Day weekend begins Friday, May 24 and ends Monday, May 27. Campsite reservations can be made three months prior to visiting, making it a good time to start planning a trip to a state…
Read MoreDNR suggests natural resources license plates
Iowans can put their support for conservation on cruise control by purchasing a natural resources license plate when it’s time to renew their vehicle registration. The sale of Iowa’s natural resources license plates provides financial support for the Wildlife Diversity Program in the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Resource Enhancement and Protection Program (REAP).
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