William (Bill) Schulze was born April 8, 1931, at Sioux City and departed this life Saturday, May 8, 2021, at the Kennybrook Village in Grimes. He lived his life to the age of 90 years and one month. In 1933, Bill was adopted by Paul and Frances (Gingery) Schulze of rural Jefferson. Bill attended country schools, grades 1-8 and…
Read MoreMonth: May 2021
Greene County district court, week ending May 7
In Greene County district court Justin Ray Lopez, 22, of Jefferson was sentenced May 5 to up to six years in prison after he changed his plea to guilty on drug-related charges. He was sentenced to five years in prison on a charge of possession of marijuana with intent to deliver and on a charge of failure to affix tax…
Read MoreExtension slates ‘Writing Your Retirement Paycheck’ online workshop
The important question, “How can I be sure my retirement funds will last my lifetime?”, will be addressed in an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach workshop offered online on Wednesdays, May 26 and June 2, from 6:30-8:30 pm. “Writing Your Retirement Paycheck” is designed to provide information and resources needed by those approaching retirement within the next 10 years.…
Read MoreRam boys second, girls fifth at HOIAC track & field meet
The Ram track and field teams competed against Heart of Iowa Activities Conference rivals at the conference meet hosted by PCM May 6. The boys placed second and the girls placed fifth. Roland-Story claimed the conference titles for both boys and girls. The Ram boys placed first in four events: the 4 X 110m shuttle hurdle relay team of Nathan…
Read MoreRam boys soccer wins one, loses one
The Greene County boys’ soccer team lost a match at home April 27 to Winterset, snapping a five-match winning streak. The Rams are tied for ninth in the Class 1A ratings and are 7-3 on the season. Winterset fired two goals in the first half and three in the second to overtake the Rams 5-1. Gesser Aguilar scored the…
Read MoreRam girl soccer team shows improvement
The Greene County girls soccer team had a busy week that included six matches. The Rams came close to victories on Monday, April 26, but ended losing 2-1 to both Humboldt and Logan-Magnolia in Grand Junction. Greene County traveled to Grandview Christian April 29 where they fell 10-0. Coach Peyton Paddock noted the game ended 21 minutes into the second…
Read MoreRam golf report
The Greene County girls golf team had four players April 27 to post a team score against Webster City. The Lynx won 209 to the Rams’ 245. Alex Miller led GC, tying for third place with 52. Medalist WC’s Katie Casady stroked 49. Additional scores for the Rams included Brianna Habben 57, Kathryn Beaman 62 and Afton Funcke 74. Friday,…
Read MoreGrCo ag teacher Harris honored by IA Assoc of Ag Educators
The Iowa Association of Agricultural Educators named Raelyn Harris from Greene County Community Schools as the Southwest District Outstanding Young Member for 2021. This award was established as a means to encourage young teachers to remain in the profession and to encourage and recognize participation in professional activities. It is awarded to an outstanding young agricultural educator in each district…
Read MoreNew Healthy Rides initiative providing free transportation to medical appointments in Jefferson
Greene County public health, along with Greene County Medical Center and the Foundation, have launched a new initiative called Healthy Rides. Healthy Rides is a program that will provide transportation for Greene County residents to medical appointments at Greene County Medical Center or McFarland Clinic in Jefferson at no cost. Residents are available to use these services now Monday through…
Read MoreMethodist Women to host Mother’s Day brunch to-go in Jefferson
The Methodist Women at Jefferson First United Methodist Church will serve Mother’s Day brunch this Sunday, May 9, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. The menu features egg casserole, sausage gravy over biscuits, muffins and fresh fruit. Call ahead orders are required at 515-386-4411. The meal will be served as carry-out only at the church’s covered entry on the south…
Read MorePlanting ahead of normal due to dry conditions
Planting of corn and soybean crops accelerated during the week ending May 2, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Statewide there were 6.3 days suitable for fieldwork for the week due to limited precipitation. Other field activities such as applying anhydrous and dry fertilizer were sporadic, due to strong winds. Dry conditions are a concern. Topsoil moisture levels…
Read MoreJefferson receives awards at 2021 Iowa Tourism Conference
Jefferson received two tourism awards at the 2021 Iowa Tourism Conference at a ceremony on April 28 in Des Moines. The Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower received the award for 2021 Outstanding Attraction (Rural). Earning the award for Outstanding Promotional Material (Rural) was Jefferson Matters: A Main Street & Chamber Community (JM:MS&CC). Three tourism team members Deb McGinn, Pat Richards and…
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