The Jefferson public library will re-open to the public Wednesday, March 32. Masks or face coverings will be required. Temporary hours will be Monday and Wednesday from 1 to 6 pm, Friday from 1 to 5 pm, and Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. The library will be closed Tuesday and Thursday. Library staff is looking forward to seeing…
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DNR suggests boating safety courses for spring
It may not feel like boating season yet, but the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), along with boating safety advocates nationwide, are urging boaters to KeepYourEdge by enrolling in a boating education course this spring. “Education is the key to having a safe and enjoyable day on the water, and spring is the perfect time to take a course…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending March 26
In Greene County district court Brandon Lee Kious, 37, of Jefferson was sentenced to five years in prison after he pleaded guilty to a charge of theft- second degree, amended from theft- first degree. The prison term was suspended and he was placed on probation to the Iowa Department of Corrections for three years. He must undergo substance abuse and…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending March 26
In Greene County magistrate court cases were initiated during the week ending March 26 against Martin John Tolsdorf of Grand Junction on a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia; and against Danielle Lynn Schofield of Jefferson on a charge of theft- fifth degree.
Read MoreJeff council deals with real estate and bonds, but delays hearings on FY22 budget
The Jefferson city council agreed to sell two city-owned properties and amended the lease on another at its regular meeting March 23. Meghan Von Behren of Nevada introduced herself during the required public hearing regarding the sale of the property at 205 N. Wilson Ave, north of Angie’s Tea Garden. Von Behren is co-owner of The Funky Zebras boutiques in…
Read MoreThe Capitol Roundup
~by State Senator Jesse Green March 26, 2021 Greetings once again! Week 11 has been one of the most interesting weeks of the year. On Monday, I started the day off with a meeting that updated me on where the ethanol bill was heading. I’m pleased that the bill seems to be moving and adapting very well to the concerns…
Read MoreCovid-19 vaccine clinic next Wednesday
Vaccines for 1,170 persons available Greene County public health will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic Wednesday, March 31, from 12:30 to 6:30 pm in the Greene Room at Wild Rose Casino in Jefferson. Individuals eligible to receive the vaccine at this clinic include those in Phase 1A and all tiers of Phase 1B: 65 and older 64 and younger with…
Read MoreBeta Tau Delta thanks donors
To the editor, The past year has certainly been challenging in a multitude of ways for all of us. We’ve dealt with isolation, sickness, loneliness, economic uncertainty, frustrations with rules, schools, and countless other issues. For many children and families, life was challenging even before we were all forced to deal with the coronavirus. For some, life has always been…
Read MoreSupervisors approve budget with salary increases
Also hear comments on mask mandate, remote access to meetings ~by Janice Harbaugh for GreeneCountyNewsOnline During the regular board meeting on March 22, the Greene County board of supervisors presided over a public hearing for the county’s proposed FY22 budget. This also included a salary schedule for elected officials recommended by the Greene County compensation board in December 2020. During…
Read MoreNAMI offers free class for loved ones of military serve members and veterans
Family, friends, and significant others of military service members and veterans can participate in a free six-week session offered by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The series will help family and close friends understand what a service member or veteran may be experiencing related to trauma, combat stress, transitioning to civilian life, PTSD and other mental health conditions,…
Read MoreLocal FFA members attend Greenhand conference
Greene County FFA members were among those who attended the southwest district FFA Greenhand Fire Up conference at Atlantic High School March 6. Six new FFA members attended from Greene County, and Greene County FFA alumna Gwen Black led one of the sessions. The annual conference is planned and facilitated by the southwest district and Iowa FFA officers. While at…
Read MoreIowa Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway earns national designation
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on Feb. 16 announced that the Iowa Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway was chosen as one of 34 newly designated National Scenic Byways, joining 150 already designated in the national program. Prairie Rivers of Iowa submitted an 830-page application to the Federal Highway Administration. Moving forward, the byway will be known as the Lincoln…
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