Richard Mackey, 1939 – 2020

Richard (Dick) Mackey, the son of Joseph and Florentina (Tacke) Mackey, was born August 27, 1939, at Carroll, and departed this life March 14, 2020, at the Carroll Health Care Center in Carroll. He lived his life to the age of 80 years, 6 month and 17 days. Dick grew up in Churdan and graduated from Churdan High School in…

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Ban on public gatherings will be enforced, county officials say

Gov Reynolds’ declaration of a public health disaster Tuesday significantly changed daily life for most Iowans. Iowans are accustomed to school closures, cancellations of events, and even occasional closures of businesses and public offices due to blizzards, but a closure of the magnitude imposed by the governor is new. In declaring a public health disaster, Reynolds went beyond encouraging Iowans…

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Alliant Energy suspends disconnects, late fees

Alliant Energy is temporarily suspending disconnections for all of Iowa and Wisconsin customers during the public health emergency related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. In addition, the utility plans to waive late fees in Iowa to help customers who are suffering financial hardships and will collaborate with partners and organizations in Wisconsin to offer a similar solution. “In the midst…

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Extension cancels programs through May 9

All ISU Greene County Extension programs now through 9 have been canceled due to the COVID-19 virus. “We are complying with Iowa State University’s guidelines to insure everyone’s safety.” said Lori Mannel, Greene County Extension director. Updates will be posted on the Greene County Extension and 4H Facebook pages.

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