~a column by Colleen O’Brien The July release of the controversial movie “Sound of Freedom” tells a tough story – children stolen from their lives and put to work as sex slaves. As sickening as the movie is, it is hopeful in that it tells the world that’s willing to watch it that the issue is not something we can…
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Churdan library earns state accreditation
The State Library of Iowa has announced that the Churdan public library has met the conditions for state accreditation as outlined in “In Service to Iowa: Public Library Standards Sixth Edition.” Achieving accreditation requires a significant, ongoing local commitment to high quality library services. The Churdan public library has been recognized for its efforts in all areas of library operations…
Read MoreRSVP utilizes volunteers to assist local residents
~by Taylor Teays for The Scranton Journal Greene County RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program gives community members a volunteer opportunity while allowing elderly and disabled adults extra support. RSVP Respite provides time, rest and relief to a full time caregiver of an adult family member or friend who can’t be left alone. Volunteers offer quality companionship to care for recipients. Program…
Read MoreGrCo Schools reduces in-town bus routes due to driver shortage
Parents and students in the Greene County school district will feel the impact of a shortage of bus drivers, as eligibility for bus transportation has been tightened and some bus stops and bus routes have been eliminated for the coming school year. Students who live less than 1 mile from the school they attend are no longer eligible for busing.…
Read MoreAnnual downtown car show Thursday
Cruisin’ to the Square, formerly Hot August Night, will bring all types of cars, trucks, motorcycles and antique tractors to Jefferson’s historic downtown square and Thursday, Aug. 10. The show runs from 4:30 to 7 pm. There is no registration fee and day-of registration is available. Prizes will be awarded in several categories – best car, best truck, best motorcycle,…
Read MoreSupervisors set policy for lighting Mahanay tower
The Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower will be lit in party-style Friday and Saturday nights but in while lights the other five nights of the week. The Greene County supervisors at their Aug. 7 meeting passed a resolution for decorative lighting on the bell tower similar to a 2019 resolution dealing with decorative lighting on the courthouse. Retired electrician Chris Durlam…
Read MoreLeaf through local history at the museum
~by Denise Van for the Greene County Historical Society A second “Leafing through Greene County HIstory” roundtable will be held at the Greene County Historical Museum, 219 E. Lincoln Way, at 2 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 20. Four presenters wil share items from the Museum’s collection, and then audience members will be invited to chime in with their memories and thoughts…
Read MoreContingent from Minnesota consults with Why Not Us
A group of women from Red Wing, MN, visited Jefferson last week to learn more about the renovation of the Centennial Block Building and Why Not Us. The renovation of the Centennial Block Building and the establishment of the Centennial restaurant there drew the attention of the Main Street America publication. As a result, a group of women from Red…
Read MoreWestern Iowa receives welcome rain
Some much-needed rainfall across western Iowa resulted in 5.6 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Aug. 6, 2023, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Field activities included cutting and baling hay as well as applying pesticides and fungicides. Increased precipitation helped alleviate some crop stress although conditions remain dry. Topsoil moisture condition across Iowa rated 18…
Read MoreP-C class of 1963 holds reunion
The Paton-Churdan class of 1963 celebrated its 60-year reunion on Saturday, July 29, at the Blanchfield farm. There were 42 graduates in the 1963 class and 16 members attended the reunion. Most of the classmates who attended live in Iowa, while others returned from as far away as Florida and Colorado. “We had a wonderful time together, getting reacquainted, remembering…
Read MoreGreene County Schools registration info
Registration deadline Aug. 11 ~by Taylor Teays for The Scranton Journal Students attending Greene County Schools will resume learning on August 23; registration needs to be completed by August 11. Greene County Community School District is utilizing online registration this school year for new and existing students. For families without access to a computer/internet connection, a time to work from…
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