MidAmerican Energy will also establish multimillion-dollar conservation funds to grow bat and eagle populations The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Oct.7 announced a habitat conservation plan proposed by MidAmerican Energy as the best solution to help preserve certain bat and eagle species at company wind farms. MidAmerican Energy operates 128 wind turbines in eastern Greene County as the Beaver…
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Greene County district court, week ending Oct. 4
In Greene County district court Logan Eric Warland, 29, of Fort Dodge was sentenced to two five-year prison terms after he changed his plea to guilty to burglary- third degree and one count of criminal mischief- second degree. The prison terms are consecutive, but concurrent to any other sentences. Warland was fined $750 with a $262.50 surcharge on each count.…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Oct. 4
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered Oct. 2 against Michael C. McAtee of Grand Junction on a charge of domestic abuse assault- first offense. He was fined $65 with a $22.75 surcharge. Court costs were $60. (Magistrate Jessica Morton)
Read MoreRams continue winning on the gridiron, this time over Kuemper Catholic
The Ram football team once again entertained fans with fast-paced offense and an even quicker defense as the team won its homecoming football game against the Kuemper Catholic Knights of Carroll Friday. The 45-22 victory came despite having two Colby Kafer touchdowns nullified by penalties and more 150 yards in penalties being levied against the Rams.
Read MoreDean Thompson, 1930 – 2019
A memorial service was held Oct. 8 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson for Charles Dean Thompson, 89, of Ankeny, formerly of Grand Junction. Words of comfort were offered by the Rev Mark Rabideau of First Presbyterian Church in Jefferson. His children shared family memories. Charles Dean Thompson, known by everyone as “Dean”, was born August 2, 1930, on the…
Read MoreFamily practice doctor joins McFarland Clinic’s Jefferson office
McFarland Clinic announced Oct. 4 that Jeffrey Richards, DO, will join McFarland Clinic’s family medicine department in November and will practice in the Jefferson office. Dr Richards completed his family medicine residency at UnityPoint Health Trinity Medical Center. He received his doctorate of osteopathic medicine at the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences.
Read MoreGreene County Schools plans three Tuesdays of parent/community education
Also, former Cyclone Royce White to speak on the stigma of mental health issues Spinning off the adage that it takes a village to raise a child, the Greene County school district is hosting a pair of workshops, “Building Your Village – Empowering Families, Building Community.” The free workshops will include supper, childcare, and door prizes. The workshops will address…
Read MorePublic health tells flu shot clinic dates
The Greene County public health department has several flu shot clinics planned at locations around the county in the next several weeks. Upcoming flu shot clinics are scheduled as follows:
Read MoreSenior ‘Fun Day’ will showcase services for older residents
All area seniors are invited to the Greene County Senior Fun Day Tuesday, Oct. 8. The open house event is planned from 10 am to 2 pm at the Greene County Community Center in Jefferson. The event will open with a veterans’ pinning ceremony hosted by Kindred Hospice at 10 am. All area military veterans are invited to participate.
Read MoreKiwanis Club helps with Russell Park shelter facelift
The shelter and restrooms at Jefferson’s Russell Park have a fresh coat of paint thanks to a grant from Diamond Vogel Paint and financial assistance from the Jefferson Kiwanis Club. The Jefferson park and recreation department received a grant from Diamond Vogel Paint for five gallons of paint. The Kiwanis Club decided to help financially with having the paint applied.
Read MoreNominations for November DAISY Award due Oct. 15
Greene County Medical Center invites the public to nominate nurses through Oct. 15 for the DAISY Award to be presented in November. The internationally-known Daisy Award has been used to recognize thousands of “extraordinary nurses” for exceptional patient care for almost 20 years. More than 1,700 medical facilities worldwide honor nurses with the Daisy Award. The award has been presented…
Read MoreVaping-related illness cases rise in Iowa
Cases of severe respiratory illness associated with vaping continue to be reported across the U.S. and in Iowa. Nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 805 cases and 12 deaths. In Iowa, there have been 23 reported cases and no deaths.
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