Jefferson police captain Heath Enns recently reported the JPD’s activities during a special Traffic Enforcement Project (sTEP) conducted March 2 – June 2. Officers wrote 18 citations as follows: speed, 3; no proof of insurance 2; dark windows, 2; open container, 1; seat belts, 1; stop sign/light violation, 1; texting while driving, 1; driving without a license, 1; driving while…
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Planting nearly finished… finally
For the second week in a row, mostly dry weather conditions allowed Iowa farmers to get work done in their fields. Statewide there were 5.3 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 16, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Fieldwork activities included planting and replanting of crops, harvesting hay, spraying and applying nitrogen.
Read MoreClose loss for Ram softball vs North Polk
~by Noah Rohlfing Greene County baseball may have been rained out Monday night, but Rams softball was able to take the field against North Polk. The result wasn’t what the Rams wanted, as the Comets come out 6-3 winners.
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Rippey library news ~by Phyllis Bardole, librarian We have added several new books. There are more on order and also a new DVD. Someone donated newer Danielle Steel books also. We thank those who continually remember the library with their donations.
Read MorePolice blotter – June 2019
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Jefferson police department: Sunday, June 30: At 12:21 am during a check of restrooms at Washington Park, an officer located a backpack containing several BB gun pistols, a sword, knives, and tobacco products. The items were seized by the officer and he is investigating. At 3:45 p a clerk at Sparky’s One…
Read MoreSheriff’s report – June 2019
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Sunday, June 30: At 4:17 am a deputy investigated a burglary complaint in Grand Junction. At 8:44 am a deputy investigated a fireworks complaint in Grand Junction. At 9:30 am a deputy investigated a theft complaint in Scranton. At 4:15 pm a deputy investigated a possible accident in…
Read MoreBoth Ram teams pick up wins in Saturday play
~by Noah Rohlfing Greene County softball team traveled to State Center for the West Marshall tournament. The Rams won the first game but lost the remaining two games. The first game saw Greene County win 10-4 against the Newton Cardinals, with Emma Hoyle picking up the win for the Rams. She gave up one earned run in six innings. giving…
Read MoreTigers sweep Rams in baseball, softball
~by Noah Rohlfing Friday was not a good day for the Greene County baseball and softball teams. A tough matchup with the Gilbert Tigers finished with a sweep and two more losses for the baseball team. An inability to score is what did the Rams in, only scoring in the seventh inning of each game, with just nine total hits.…
Read MoreLegion plants tree to commemorate ‘World War’ soldiers
~by Jacque Andrew for Floyd W. Brown Post 11, American Legion A mission to recognize the service of Jefferson soldiers in World War I, in the works for more than 97 years, appears to be finally complete. The Jefferson Floyd W. Brown Post Number 11 of the American Legion on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, planted a burr oak tree in…
Read More‘Miss Betty’ honored for 30 years of volunteer service
Betty Johnson, like many members of the Greene County Medical Center auxiliary, joined early in her retirement as a way to stay busy. A few years later, in 1989, the auxiliary needed someone to take the lead on community blood drives. Johnson accepted the role. She’s still part of every Jefferson community blood drive. Johnson, or “Miss Betty” as the…
Read MoreBOOST committee funds $50K in 2019-20 projects
Dozens of Greene County teachers were given a BOOST just before releasing their students for the summer when they were notified that they had been awarded funds to use for the 2019-2020 school year. Earlier in the school year, the community came together for the second annual BOOST (Bringing Optimism & Opportunity to Students & Teachers) Bash, with more than…
Read MoreCommunity Players raise $1,100 for animal shelter
Audiences enjoyed the spring production of “Death by Dessert” and helped the Community Players of Greene County raise funds for the Greene County animal shelter. Community Players president Clay Ross recently presented Don Orris a check for $1,100, the net proceeds from the April production. Orris is spearheading the effort to raise funds for construction of a new shelter. “We’re…
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