~a column by Colleen O’Brien I do not believe that the scourge of AIDS was a god-sent punishment for being a homosexual. It was a disease that started on a different continent, came to North America as well as the rest of the world and at first affected only gay people, as far as we were informed. Those in charge,…
Read MoreDay: November 30, 2022
Supervisors say ‘no’ to dogs on courthouse lawn, ‘yes’ to paving E-57
~by Janice Harbaugh for GreeneCountyNewsOnline The Greene County supervisors at their Nov. 28 meeting again discussed with county attorney Thomas Laehn the policy for use of the courthouse and grounds. Although the Jefferson city council has taken steps to promote upper story living downtown, the county supervisors seem unwilling to welcome those residents’ dogs. The courthouse grounds are off limits…
Read MoreHoliday books and more on sale at the Jefferson public libary
The Friends of the Jefferson Public Library are again sponsoring their annual holiday sale featuring used books and DVDs throughout December in both the adult and children’s departments. Items will be added continually through the month. Persons who have books or DVDs to donate can leave them in the donation bin in the library entryway. All proceeds directly benefit the…
Read MorePheasants Forever chapter holds annual banquet
It was another successful banquet for the Greene County Pheasants Forever chapter. The volunteer committee hosted the event on Friday evening, Nov. 4, at Clover Hall on the Greene County Fairgrounds in Jefferson. More than 100 hunting friends were in attendance. The meal was catered by Lidderdale Country Store with desserts furnished by committee members and their spouses. Kevin Lentz…
Read MoreIt’s that time of year – Many holiday activities slated
Now through Dec. 7 – Holiday of Lights Silent Auction, Greene County Medical Center, Jefferson. Thursday, Dec. 1, 5:30 pm – Tree Lighting Ceremony at Thomas Jefferson Gardens, 201 E. Lincoln Way, Jefferson. Santa Claus will visit with friends. Friday, Dec. 2, 5-8 pm – Winter Festival: Celebration of Trees, Elks Lodge, 103 W. Harrison St, Jefferson. View locally designed…
Read MoreExisting business growth grant to Greene Goods Market
Andy Krieger of Greene Goods Market has received an existing business growth mini-grant. The economic vitality team of Jefferson Matters: A Main Street & Chamber Community has awarded a $500 grant for the manufacturing of holiday wreaths and garland “in-house” with the addition of equipment needed. The purpose of this mini-grant program is to financially assist business owners in Jefferson…
Read MoreLocal couple to open event rental and retail business in former quilting shop
Abby and Alex McConnell of Jefferson announced this week that they have purchased the building that most recently housed the Stitch, located at 217 E. Lincoln Way, between Thomas Jefferson Gardens and the Greene County Historical Musuem. The couple plans to open Legacy Events, with event and party rentals and supplies, as well as event management. The business will open…
Read MoreGrowing season ends with more than half of Iowa short on moisture
Farmers closed the season with 6.2 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Nov. 27, 2022, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Warmer weather allowed tillage and fertilizer applications. There were reports of a few scattered corn fields remaining to be harvested. Topsoil moisture condition statewide rated 23 percent very short, 33 percent short, 43 percent adequate and 1…
Read MoreJamaica library plans holiday open house
The Jamaica public library will host a Christmas open house for patrons and friends on Tuesday, Dec. 6, from 2 to 3 pm at the library. Holiday refreshments will be served. Those attending will be eligible for the grand prize drawing of the Jamaica history book published at the Jamaica Centennial in 1982 (a $20 value). Information about the library’s…
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Rippey Lions Club – The Rippey Lions Club will meet for its annual Christmas potluck meal and sharing Christmas carols following the business meeting. The meeting is Thursday, Dec. 1. Please note the meal and the meeting will begin at 6:30 pm instead of 6 pm. RIPPEY LIBRARY Website: www.rippey.lib.ia.us / Hours: Mon-Fri 2- 5 pm. E-mail: rippeyli@windstream.net Upcoming events Thursday, Dec.…
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