~a column by Colleen O’Brien In a moment of boredom, I decided to find something interesting to read on the internet. My advice to you is: Don’t go there. A few examples: “Stunning photos reveal what life was like 50 years ago.” This must be for those who weren’t alive then. We who were would not find the pictures “stunning”…
Read MoreDay: September 18, 2019
Ram volleyball team 8-8 on the season
~Courtesy of The Scranton Journal The Greene County volleyball team improved to 8-8 on the season with two losses and three victories at the South Hardin Tournament in Eldora Saturday, Sept. 14. They lost their first conference match in Jewell Thursday against South Hamilton in four sets.
Read MoreWellmark rates McFarland Clinic #1 in quality and value
McFarland Clinic was rated #1 in quality and value by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, making it the third year of receiving the title. Since 2016, McFarland Clinic was rated #1 as determined by Wellmark’s 3M Value Index Score among participating Accountable Care Organizations (ACO). The VIS rating is based on scientific principles and a set of measures developed…
Read MoreAnimal shelter receives USDA grant
The city of Jefferson has learned it will receive a $34,000 grant from the US Department of Agriculture for equipment at the new animal facility. The grant application was written by volunteer grant writers for the animal facility committee. Including the grant, the total raised is just more than $500,000. There are several grant applications still outstanding and some individuals…
Read MoreCastro to speak in Jefferson Sunday
Secretary Julian Castro, a Democratic candidate for president, will hold a meet-and-greet Sunday, Sept. 22, at the Milwaukee Road depot on E. Lincoln Way in Jefferson. Doors will open at 2:30 pm with the program beginning at 3 pm. Castro, of San Antonio, TX, was the mayor of San Antonio when President Obama named him Secretary of Housing and Urban…
Read MoreCounty sets hearing for loan to build career academy
Will be paid through TIF revenue from wind turbines ~by Janice Harbaugh for GreeneCountyNewsOnline The Greene County board of supervisors at their regular meeting Sept. 16 set a public hearing “for the purpose of taking action on the matter of authorization of a loan agreement and issuance of $5.5 million general obligation urban renewal capital loan notes.” The hearing will…
Read MoreConstitution Week, Sept. 17-23
Constitution Week, Sept. 17-23, commemorates America’s most important document. The United States Constitution stands as a testament to the tenacity of Americans throughout history to maintain their liberties, freedoms and inalienable rights. This celebration of the Constitution was started by the Daughters of the American Revolution. In 1955, DAR petitioned Congress to set aside September 17-23 annually to be dedicated…
Read MoreFarmers market marks 20th anniversary
Complimentary cookies, coffee and water The Greene County farmers market will celebrate its 20th anniversary Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 4 to 6:30 pm during the final market of the season. The public is invited to enjoy complimentary cookies, coffee, and water, while stocking up on fall produce, jams, jellies, honey, baked goods, meat, eggs, and crafts. This is also the…
Read MoreErnst invites applications to service academies
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), a combat veteran and member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, on Monday issued a reminder to Iowa students that applications to receive a nomination to the U.S. service academies for the 2020-2021 school year must be submitted to the senator’s Des Moines office by Oct. 16, 2019.
Read MoreCrops still behind, but in better condition
Rainfall 3X average for the week Heavy rains fell across much of Iowa with just 3.7 days suitable for fieldwork statewide during the week ending Sept. 15, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Fieldwork activities included harvesting hay and seed corn, chopping silage, and seeding cover crops.
Read MoreSec of Ag recommends planning for propane needs now
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig on Monday encouraged ag businesses, farmers, rural residents and other Iowans that use propane to consider taking steps to ensure adequate propane supplies this fall and winter.
Read MoreRam Colby Kafer Player of the Week
Colby Kafer, a Greene County High School senior, is off to a fantastic start in the football season. Kafer was selected as the HyVee / KCCI Player of the Week for his exceptional effort in the Rams come-from-behind win over Nevada on Sept. 6. Kafer amassed 361 yards of offense on 28 carries. He scored four touchdowns on runs of…
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