May 11, 2020 It’s unfortunate our libraries continue to be closed, but an example of the somewhat hidden volumes on our own shelves is shared by a longtime user and supporter of the libraries in the communities she lived in, including being a librarian at some time in those moves she made.
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Relay for Life committee plans virtual fundraiser
Like most public events, the Relay for Life of Greene County planned for April 24 needed to be rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2020 Relay for Life, with a tagline “We are HOPE!”, is now slated for Friday, Aug. 7, from 5 to 9 pm at the Greene County Community Center. The pace of life has slowed due…
Read MoreJeff council considering recording meetings
The public can now watch Jefferson city council meetings in real time on their computers or devices as COVID-19 mitigation efforts limit attendance at meetings of elected public officials. It’s unknown if meetings will continue to be available in that manner once mitigation ends, but residents will be able to watch recordings of meetings on the city’s website or Jefferson…
Read MoreReynolds has no in-person press attendance at press briefing
Reynolds in “modified quarantine” after COVID exposure at White House Gov Kim Reynolds’ daily press briefing had a sparser look Monday, as it was held with no members of the press actually present. Reynolds is following stricter social distancing guidelines due to her exposure to COVID-19 last week. The press asked questions by phone. Reynolds reported she was notified during…
Read MoreCover Greene County initiative seeks a face mask for every resident
All county residents can join the effort to control the spread of COVID-19 by being part of Cover Greene County, an initiative of the county board of health. The goal of Cover Greene County is to be sure every resident has a face mask to wear in public. Annie Smith, a board of health member, said the board has received…
Read MoreSheriff’s report
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Tuesday, May 19: At 11:32 am a deputy arrested Adam Harvey, 43, of Grand Junction on arrest warrants for possession of marijuana, possession of methamphetamine (serious misdemeanors) and possession of drug paraphernalia (simple misdemeanor)*.
Read MoreSchool Foundation offers scholarships to recent graduates
The Greene County School District Education Foundation is offering five scholarships in the amount of $2000 each to Greene County School District in their second, third, or fourth year of post-high school education (2019, 2018 or 2017 graduates). The application can be found on the Greene County Education Foundation website at: www.gccsd.k12.ia.us/domain/197. Applications must be received by Friday, June 12,…
Read MoreFitness classes return to Community Center
The Jefferson park and recreation department is offering a summer session of familiar fitness classes beginning Monday, May 11, at the Greene County Community Center. Extreme Fit, a total body strength/cardio challenge tailored to each individual’s fitness level, will be offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12 to 1 pm. Simeon Lang will lead the class.
Read MoreJeff council to consider financial support for wrestling academy
The Jefferson City council at its May 12 meeting will consider making a $150,000, 10-year forgivable loan to T.J. Sebolt for use in developing a wresting academy. Sebolt, a 2006 graduate of Centerville High School who compiled a 207-1 record, inspires awe among those familiar with wrestling. Columnist Chuck Offenburger calls him one of Iowa’s greatest wrestlers.” He calls Sebolt’s…
Read MoreNo new COVID cases reported in Greene County
The number of Greene County residents who tested positive for COVID-19 didn’t change during the reporting period that ended Friday at 11:59 pm, but the number of county residents tested also barely changed. Greene County has 13 positive cases of the illness, with 166 residents tested. That’s just one test more than the Thursday reporting period.
Read MoreCOVID numbers updated, no press briefing
The number of Iowas who have tested positive be for the novel coronavirus is at 11,457 as of May 7 at 11:59 pm, according to the Iowa Department of Public Health. That’s 397 more than the previous day. Twelve Iowans died, bringing the total of Iowans who had died of COVID-19 to 243.
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending May 7
In Greene County district court Clint Michael Dennhardt, 19, of Ames was granted a deferred judgment May 4 after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of operating while intoxicated- first offense. He was placed on probation to Greene/Boone County Probation for 12 months. He must complete the recommendations of a substance abuse evaluation he has already undergone,…
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