Hoskins Stock Farm of Jefferson had a number of entries in the Suffolk Sheep show at the Iowa State Fair. The following is a list of classes and how they ranked: Yearling Ram, third; March & After Ram Lamb, fourth; Pair of Ram Lambs, fourth; Yearling Ewe, fifth; Yearling Ewe, third; Fall Ewe Lamb, third; January Ewe Lamb, fifth; January…
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Report on Hardin Creek fish kill still not complete
Iowa DNR staff is still working on a report of the fish kill in Hardin Creek in August. Jake Theis, environmental specialist at the Atlantic DNR office, said he hopes the report will be complete by early next week, although he admitted he’s said that for the past two weeks. “Sometimes these things take longer. We need it to be…
Read MoreP.A.W.S. slates microchip clinic
P.A.W.S. will host a microchip clinic Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10 am to 12 pm at the new Jefferson Veterinary Clinic east of The Dwelling Place off Highway 30. Cost is $20 per animal.
Read MoreSpanish meal to raise funds for animal shelter
Authentic paella, a typical Spanish dish of rice, chicken, vegetables, butter beans and seasoning will be the feature dish at a fundraiser meal for the Greene County Animal Facility. The meal will be served Sunday, Oct. 6, at 12 pm at the Welcome Center, 201 E. Lincoln Way, in Jefferson.
Read MoreHomecoming tailgate at Christ Lutheran this Friday
Members of Christ Lutheran Church will host their annual homecoming tailgate supper Friday, Oct. 4, from 5 to 7 pm at the church, located just north of Greene County High School on S. Elm St. The menu features grilled bratwurst and hotdogs with the extras. Inside seating and carry-outs will be available.
Read MoreJava & Juice October locations told
Locations for Java & Juice in October are all on Lincoln Way, with gatherings to be held at the Welcome Center at Thomas Jefferson Gardens, the Jefferson public library, and Greene County Medical Center. The October schedule is: • Oct. 4 – “Art on the Square” art fair preview, Welcome Center, 201 E. Lincoln Way • Oct. 11 – Greene…
Read MoreChurdan park fundraiser features Felix & Fingers
Area residents don’t need to head to Des Moines, Chicago or Minneapolis to experience the fun of Dueling Pianos! Just save the date for Saturday, Oct. 26, and plan to attend an evening of singing, dancing and laughing with Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos at 209 Main in Paton.
Read MoreQuesters topic of Community Conversation Thursday
All are invited to a Community Conversation Thursday, Oct. 3, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson. The topic this month is Questers, a national organization dedicated to keeping history alive by supporting preservation, restoration and education. Presenter will be Jane Rowland, a member of the local Greene Gallup chapter.
Read MoreBrittany Gunn crowned Miss Rodeo Iowa
Brittany Gunn was recently named Miss Rodeo Iowa 2020 during a two-day competition in Fort Madison that took place in conjunction with the Tri-State Rodeo. Gunn will take over the title on Jan. 1, from fellow Iowan and 2019 Miss Rodeo Iowa Rachael Ostrem, who is from Radcliffe. The contestants are involved in extensive interviews over rodeo knowledge, current events,…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Sept. 26
In Greene County district court Bryce Colton Murano, 21, of Woodward was sentenced Sept. 25 to two days in jail after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of operating while intoxicated- first offense. He must pay sheriff’s room and board fees for the time he serves. He must undergo a substance abuse evaluation and complete any recommended…
Read MoreGreene County magistate court, week ending Sept. 26
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment for a $65 fine with a $22.75 surcharge was entered against Rene Omar Guzman of Paton on a charge of assault. He must also pay restitution not to exceed $300 for his court appointed attorney’s fees and $109.06 court costs. (Sentencing: Magistrate Jessica Morton) Cases were initiated during the week ending Sept. 26…
Read MoreRams pick up fifth win in district opener
Ram defense holds Shenandoah to 1 yard total offense for game The Greene County Ram football team opened Class 2A District 9 play with a 49-7 win over the Shenandoah Mustangs in Shenandoah Friday. The Rams, ranked 5th in Class 2A, are now 5-0 on the season. The victory came without help from standout player Carter Morton, who was on…
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