~courtesy of The Scranton Journal Greene County soccer teams competed against Nevada Tuesday, May 12. The girls were in Grand Junction where they fell 10-0 in one half of play. The boys traveled to Nevada where they were shut out 5-0 by the Cubs. Boys coach Carl Behne explained the Rams were playing shorthanded and did not possess the ball…
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May 25 registration deadline for Scranton Kids Fishing Day
Details are being finalized for the Scranton Kids Fishing Day to be held on Saturday, June 5, from 11 am to 2 pm at the Lost Lagoon /Pond Park in Scranton. The deadline for registration is Tuesday, May 25. Registration is required so plans can be made for the correct number of youngsters and parents. Ages 4-17 years are invited…
Read MoreBell Tower Festival, ‘Mission Impossible 2.0’, slated for June 11-12
The 2021 Bell Tower Festival will be held Friday and Saturday, June 11-12 with the theme of “Mission Impossible 2.” Chairperson of the Festival is Dr Philip Heisterkamp. Heisterkamp and his committee have been working to create an enjoyable experience for all ages. Many of the traditional events will be offered such as the Tower of Fame ceremony on Friday…
Read MoreThe lies are killing us
~a column by Colleen O’Brien One of my favorite quotes is from Winston Churchill – “If you’re going through hell, keep going.” Many times in a long life, I’ve done this, at the time not realizing I was doing anything extraordinary, but only so much later – now, in fact – realizing that I was never giving up, I was…
Read MoreGrCo HS has student job fair
Greene County High School sponsored a student job fair on Monday, May 17. Eleven area businesses set up shop in the commons area of the high school from 11:45 am to 1 pm so students could visit with them during lunch or during advisory time. Representatives from the companies discussed job openings with interested students and offered job applications for students to complete. Teresa…
Read MoreScranton Community Fundraiser plans told
Plans are underway for the 2021 edition of the Scranton Community Fundraiser. The date of Saturday, Sept. 18, has been selected with festivities held at the Scranton Community Center. Live music from Backroads Roots and a meal catered by Lidderdale Country Store along with Greene County producer groups will kick off the evening. Adult beverages as well as soft drinks will…
Read MoreMedical center has $14M impact on local economy
Greene County Medical Center generated in excess of a $14 million impact from salaries and employee benefits for the Greene County area economy in 2020, according to the most recent economic impact study by the Iowa Hospital Association (IHA). The medical center has 267 non-contracted employees with over 97 different positions. Employees at the hospital purchase goods and services locally…
Read MoreMedical center trustees attain full certification
Greene County Medical Center was among eight health systems across Iowa to receive three star recognition for 100 percent board members participation in the Iowa Hospital Association’s board certification program. As the newest trustee joining the board in January 2020, Katherine Neese participated in the certification program for the first time. The IHA Hospital Board Certification program is a voluntary…
Read MoreWest central Iowa driest part of the state
Most of Iowa received some precipitation during the week ending May 16, 2021, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Statewide there were 4.8 days suitable for fieldwork during the week. Much of Iowa continues to need additional precipitation. Normal temperatures would also aid crop development. Field activities included planting, spraying, and applying anhydrous and dry fertilizer. Cleaning of…
Read MoreGreenbrier 4-H club
The Greenbrier 4-H Club met at Clover Hall on May 10. The Young Leaders reported that they are planning for their fun trip. Old business was 4-Hers for 4-H; donate $3 per member. May 1 – Greene County Fair T-shirt sizes must be up to date. May 15 Livestock IDs are due. New business: Conference and Animal Science Round-up from…
Read MoreRams will have 14 events at state track and field meet
The Greene County boys track and field team won the district title in the Class 2A state qualifying meet May 13 and had six automatic qualifiers for the state meet. In Class 2A, first and second place finishers automatically qualify for state competition. The girls team placed eighth in the district but had two automatic qualifiers. The remaining 24 positions…
Read MoreThe Capitol Roundup
~by State Sen Jesse Green May 14, 2021 Greetings friends and neighbors, I would like to start doing something different once in a while and highlight some special people I’ve had the opportunity to meet and work with. This week I am going to introduce you to a young man you’ll meet if you visit the Capitol, Sam Sampson. Sam…
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