A memorial service will be held Aug. 12 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson for Norma Milligan, 86, of Jefferson. Commissioned pastor Wendy Pittman of First Presbyterian Church will offer words of comfort. Soloist will be Gary Haupert, accompanied by Cheryl Nailor. Norma Jean Milligan, a longtime Jefferson resident, passed away June 16, 2021 at the age of 86, in…
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Jeff council hears of vicious dog attack in plea for stiffer penalties
The Jefferson city council at its July 27 meeting approved the third reading of an ordinance adding language about feral cat colonies to the city’s animal protection and control ordinance. The new language requires residents who feed colonies of feral cats to register with the city, to provide for the cats’ medical needs, and to use any trap-neuter-return programs available…
Read MorePirate Story Book event slated for Saturday
All children ages 4-7 are invited to a Pirate Story Book Adventure Saturday, Aug. 7, at Russell Park in Jefferson. Junior pirates (aka children) will stroll in groups to various pirate-themed stations to complete a fun story. The first group will begin at 9 am, with the final stroll beginning at 10 am. All junior pirates who complete the voyage…
Read MoreGreene County Farm Bureau holds appreciation picnic
Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award presented to Brian Berns The Greene County Farm Bureau Distinguished Service to Agriculture award was presented to Brian Berns of Lohrville at the 2021 Greene County Farm Bureau member appreciation picnic held Tuesday, July 20, at the Grand Junction Community Center. About 55 members attended and shared a catered meal. Greene County Farm Bureau board…
Read MoreYard of the Month to Pam, Skeeter Hostetler
Colorful flower beds of filled with cheery blooms surround the home of Pam and Skeeter Hostetler, 305 N. Pinet St, chosen as the August 2021 Yard of the Month by the Jefferson Garden Club. Unique touches visible throughout the landscape show the couple’s creativity. An antique wagon centered with a bountiful display of red and white geranium along with their…
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