The Jefferson park and recreation department has a full schedule of activities planned for youngsters and adults. There are three sessions of free swim lessons, with registration on a first come basis. The schedule is: July 12-16, Sponsored by Jefferson Family Dentistry Level 1 & 3, 9:30-10:15 am Level 2 & 4, 10:30-11:15 am July 19-23, Sponsored by Home State…
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POET acquires Flint Hills Resources
POET, the world’s largest producer of biofuels, has acquired the bioethanol assets of Flint Hills Resources in their entirety, expanding the company’s production capacity by 40 percent. The acquisition includes six bioprocessing facilities located in Iowa and Nebraska and two terminals in Texas and Georgia. POET will now operate 33 bioprocessing facilities across eight states with a combined annual capacity…
Read MoreAlice Walters, 1916 – 2021
Alice Jean Hamilton Walters died at age 104 on June 22, 2021. A memorial service was held at First United Methodist Church, Jefferson, Iowa. She left this earth as she lived it – as a wonderful matter-of-fact woman who devoted herself to making the world better for others and making as little fuss over herself as possible. Here is the bare-facts…
Read MoreSheriff’s report – June 2021
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Wednesday, June 30: At 3:46 pm the sheriff, deputies, Greene County Ambulance, Paton fire Department, Grand Junction fire, and Jefferson fire responded to a fire at John Deere in Paton. The fire was contained to the dust collection system and causing minimal damage. At 5:42 pm a deputy…
Read MorePolice blotter – June 2021
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Jefferson police department: Wednesday, June 30: At 1:48 am officers were called to a residence in the 600 block of W. State St for an assault occurring there. The officer met with a female victim, who had injuries from the alleged assault. A male had already left the residence before the officers’…
Read MoreMcAtee family donates to GC Early Learning Center building fund
A gift of $10,000 from the Lois and Dean McAtee family will help ensure that “Growth Happens Here” at the Greene County Early Learning Center (GCELC), a nonprofit childcare center serving children and families from throughout Greene county. As a family committed to philanthropy in Jefferson and Greene county, the McAtees join other individuals, families and businesses as supporters…
Read More4-H news
Greenbrier 4-H club – At their June 14 meeting the Greenbrier 4-H club began preparations for the 2021 Greene County Fair. Conner Allender led her final Greenbrier meeting by explaining how important it is to fill out fair documents carefully. During the meeting various forms for livestock and static projects going to the fair were discussed and handed out. Also,…
Read MoreYour Life Iowa helps Iowans get through tough times
New Opportunities is introducing a free, confidential resource available through the Iowa Department of Public Health for all Iowans facing a difficult time or situation. Your Life Iowa is a one stop shop when it comes to finding help for substance use, problem gambling, suicide prevention, and mental health support. There is no judgment, only help. Your Life Iowa can…
Read MoreCelebrate a child’s first fish
Iowans are invited to preserve the memory of their child or grandchild hooking their first fish this summer with a special certificate. The Iowa Department of Natural Resource has a certificate persons can print from an electronic file posted online or request a printed certificate. Apply for a first fish certificate online at www.iowadnr.gov/firstfish. It’s easy and free to participate. There…
Read MoreFarmers market opens season this Tuesday
The Greene County farmers market will open its 21st season Tuesday, June 29. Market managers Chris Henning and Alexis Stevens will welcome longtime and new vendors and customers from 4 to 6:30 pm on the east side of the courthouse in Jefferson. Markets will be held Tuesdays from June 29 through Aug. 31, rain or shine. (In the event of…
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
June 23, 2021 Hanaman Happenings – We returned from Wisconsin on Monday to view a large limb that had blown onto our garage. There was some damage to the roof but the limb missed the window on the north side of the garage. Since it was across the sidewalk to the house, we had to carefully step over it or…
Read MoreJeff council acts on several ordinances
Water/sewer rates go up for August bill The Jefferson city council at its June 22 meeting approved the first reading of an amended animal protection and control ordinance to address feral cat colonies, but not without discussion. Council member Matt Wetrich, a wildlife biologist by profession, noted that the proposed ordinance doesn’t address public health concerns raised by feral cats,…
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