Council okays change in health insurance for employees with jump in deductibles, out of pocket maximums Outgoing Jefferson mayor Craig Berry was honored for 31 years of continuous service as an elected official at the city council meeting Tuesday evening. Berry lost his bid for re-election to Matt Gordon by 19 votes, 494 to 513. Berry had served as mayor…
Read MoreDay: December 11, 2019
County board hears requests for FY21 funds
~by Janice Harbaugh for GreeneCountyNewsOnline The Greene County board of supervisors heard progress reports and requests for funding from numerous programs at the regular meeting on Dec 9. Additionally, Jefferson city administrator Mike Palmer updated the board on the restoration status of buildings around the square.
Read MoreLocal FIRST LEGO team qualifies for state contest
The Greene County Godzillas FIRST LEGO League team qualified for state competition with a plan to renovate the current middle school for use as a law enforcement and emergency response center and public meeting space. The Godzillas competed at the regional Iowa FIRST LEGO League qualifer in Glidden on Saturday, Dec. 7. Team members are 5th-8th graders enrolled at Greene…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation aids GCELC playground improvements
Enhancing learning through play was the focus of the 2019 Greene County Community Foundation (GCCF) grant awarded to the Greene County Early Learning Center (GCELC). The grant of $4,834 was used to improve the comfort of the playground learning environment including outdoor furniture and activities focused on the areas of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
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