Results of Iowa’s 2021 pheasant population survey shows the impact that weather can have on the popular game birds. In the regions where less snow fell, the counts were better; where more snow and ice fell, the counts were worse. Overall, the annual August roadside survey found Iowa’s statewide pheasant population to be essentially unchanged from 2020 at 20 birds…
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New dashboard will show Covid-19 data with quick data points
Greene County 7-day positivity rate for Covid-19 testing at 11.5 percent Effective September 3, the coronavirus.iowa.gov website will provide a user-friendly dashboard with quick data points, and sharing data more frequently via social media on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. New information will include a monoclonal antibodies treatment finder to encourage Iowans to seek treatment for COVID-19 in their local communities. With the Labor…
Read MoreSupervisors exploring Second Amendment sanctuary designation
~by Janice Harbaugh for GreeneCountyNewsOnline Second Amendment sanctuaries were briefly discussed at the Aug. 30 meeting of the Greene County board of supervisors. The idea was presented by supervisors Mick Burkett and Dawn Rudolph and county sheriff Jack Williams as having been prompted by “people asking“ them about it. Supervisor Dawn Rudolph asked whether other board members would like to…
Read MoreFriends of the Library memberships available now in advance of fall book sale
The Friends of the Jefferson Public Library annual fall book sale begins Sept. 17, on a Friday afternoon for the first time. The sale, held in the library basement, will be open on Friday from 1 to 6 pm for Friends members only. Anyone can be a Friend of the Library. Memberships are available at the circulation desk in the…
Read MoreCountry churches topic of Offenburger presentation for Historical Society Friday
Chuck Offenburger, retired journalist from Cooper and a member of the Greene County Iowa Historical Society board of directors, has been researching the “country churches” of the past and present in the county, and will be sharing his findings in a program on Friday, Sept. 3, at historic St. Patrick’s Catholic Church-Cedar, located about five miles west of Churdan. Historical…
Read MorePigSkin Kick at Friday football game with Perry
Greene County Farm Bureau is again sponsoring the annual PigSkin Kick at Friday night’s Greene County vs. Perry football game. Two high school seniors have been selected to try a kick from the 10-yard line during Friday night’s half time show. If successful, they will each win a prize package from Greene County Farm Bureau.
Read MoreWalking bridge completed in Paton
Greene County conservation recently completed this walking bridge project next to the John Deere plant in Paton. The bridge is part of a half-mile walking trail through the Vesta and Bill Dixon Wildlife Area. The 20-acre wooded area east of the John Deere plant on the east edge of Paton was given to Greene County four years ago by the children…
Read MoreExtension offers online child care training to ensure the health and safety of children
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers childcare provider training, which has been approved by the Department of Human Services and CACFP. The training helps providers identify, recognize, and implement best practices relative to nutrition, physical activity, health, and safety for children under their care. Iowa’s youth are at risk. “Only half of Iowa youth meet current physical activity recommendation…
Read MoreRams lose season gridiron opener in OT, 29-27
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal In a battle of two strong teams, the Class 1A AC/GC Chargers squeaked out an exciting 29-27 overtime victory over the Class 2A Greene County Rams to open the 2021 season Aug. 27. Both teams are expected to challenge for their respective district titles. It was a tale of two halves. The Chargers owned the…
Read MoreIowa Central slates classes at GrCo Career Academy
Iowa Central Community College has three adult education classes scheduled in September at the Career Academy located at the Greene County High School in Jefferson. Tailgating 101 and 102 is a fun and educational offering. Todd Gordon will teach the first class on Wednesday, Sept. 8, from 6:30 to 8 pm. Participants will learn some new options for their tailgate…
Read MoreDespite rain, topsoil and subsoil still lacking moisture
Much needed rainfall across most of the state limited Iowa’s farmers to 4.4 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Aug 29., 2021, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Field activities included harvesting hay, oats and corn silage. Producers were getting ready for row crop harvest with repairs to equipment and bins. Topsoil moisture levels across Iowa…
Read MoreRam v’ball team get 3-0 start on season
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal The Greene County volleyball team opened the 2021 season on a winning streak. The Rams topped both comers in a triangular Tuesday, Aug. 24, and then smashed Fort Dodge St Edmonds in three games on Thursday. Both contests were on the Ram home court. Tuesday it was Glidden-Ralston who proved to be the biggest challenge…
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