Greene County Schools will spend part of its share of the $82 billion approved by Congress last month for coronavirus relief to finish work on a new HVAC system at the middle school. Superintendent Tim Christensen told the board at its regular meeting Jan. 20 that the district expects to receive in excess of $796,000. He said the preliminary plans…
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Elks provide funds for sheriff office’s canine
The Jefferson Elks lodge made a third charitable contribution in as many weeks. Members of the lodge presented a check to the Greene County Peace Officers Association last Tuesday, Jan. 19. Sheriff Jack Williams accepted the $2,500 check on behalf of the association. The funds will be used to purchase equipment necessary to support and maintain the new canine officer…
Read MoreVFW auxiliary serving supper this Thursday
The VFW Post 9599 auxiliary is hosting a meal Thursday, Jan. 28, from 5 to 6:30 pm at the VFW hall on the east side of the downtown square in Jefferson. The meal will include scalloped potatoes and ham, corn or green beans, a dinner roll and dessert. A free will donation will be accepted. Due to the COVID pandemic,…
Read More4-H Young Leaders holding Valentine fundraiser
The Greene County 4-H Young Leaders invite area residents to surprise their sweeties and support the Young Leaders this Valentine’s Day. The Young Leaders are selling individually-wrapped red roses for $5 each. Orders are due by Friday, Feb. 5. The roses can be picked up Feb. 11 or Feb. 12 between 9 am and 4:30 pm at the Greene County…
Read MoreFarm Bureau seeks scholarship apps from members’ graduating seniors
Greene County Farm Bureau is accepting scholarship applications for the 2021 school year. Graduating high school seniors will be chosen to receive awards at the county level and one applicant will be selected for consideration for the Iowa Farm Bureau’s $2,500 state scholarship, renewable for four years (up to $10,000). Eligibility is reserved for seniors whose parent(s) are current paid…
Read MoreDNR offering hunter ed, other course registrations online
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is launching a new event registration site that is part of the Go Outdoors Iowa system currently used for hunting and fishing licenses. The new site, at https://events.gooutdoorsiowa.com, is now home to hunter education classes, hunter education field days, boater education classes, learn to hunt/trap/shoot workshops, mentored opportunities, general outdoor skills workshops and more.…
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