The 11th Scranton Kids Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 3, from 11 am to 2 pm at Pond Park on the south side of Scranton. Children ages 4-17 are invited. Lunch will be served and speakers will share information about fishing. Registration forms are available now at the Scranton public library or by calling Ashley Squibb at 515-370-3505.…
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Historical Society plans Irish craic for St Patrick’s Day
~by Denise O’Brien Van for the Greene County Historical Society Count on a good time at the Greene County Historical Museum on St. Patrick’s Day, when the whole world is Irish. To celebrate the day, the Greene County Historical Society is hosting a gathering Friday, March 17, at 1 pm at the Museum, 218 E. Lincoln Way in Jefferson. In…
Read MoreFriends of the Library hosting murder mystery cocktail party
The Friends of the Jefferson Public Library invite all wannabe sleuths to a Murder Mystery Cocktail Party. All those who accept the invitation will find themselves thrown into an unfortunate situation in which they must determine who among them committed murder. Parties will be held Friday, March 31, and Saturday, April 1, at 7 pm at the Jefferson Community Golf…
Read MoreState Friend of Extension award to Home State Bank
Home State Bank of Jefferson was awarded the “Friend of Extension” award at the state level at an Awards Night held March 6 during the Iowa State Extension and Outreach annual conference. The bank previously received this award for the Southwest region of Iowa but was further selected for this award. Greene County ISU Extension and Home State Bank have…
Read MoreStudents share career academy experiences with legislators, IASB members and others
State legislators, Iowa Association of School Board (IASB) representatives, Iowa Central Community College representatives, and community leaders visited the Greene County Career Academy on Friday, Feb. 24, to learn more about the career academy. Greene County superintendent Brett Abbotts and Iowa Central president Dr Jesse Ulrich welcomed the guests and discussed the impact the career academy has on local high…
Read MoreBiden is trying to make your 401(k) broke and woke
~a column by Sen Joni Ernst, R, of Iowa Millions of Americans spend their lifetime planning, saving, and investing into their 401(k)s with the goal of retiring peacefully, knowing they will be financially stable throughout their golden years. But with President Biden in the White House, the stability Iowans spent decades working towards is in jeopardy. Americans’ savings are already nearing an…
Read MoreNew multi-family housing likely in Jefferson
Kading Properties of Urbandale is moving forward with plans to build as many as 140 new rental homes in the northeast portion of Jefferson. Greene County Development Corporation director Ken Paxton told the Jefferson city council at its Feb. 28 regular meeting that Kading is in the process of purchasing 24 acres of the south portion of GCDC’s east business…
Read MoreRotary now accepting grant applications
The Rotary Club of Jefferson is now accepting applications for grants from the proceeds of its 2022 charity auction. For the past 22 years, the club has directed proceeds from its annual charity auction to worthy non-profit organizations and projects throughout Greene County. More than $475,000 has been aimed at helping schools, libraries, community organizations and other entities make improvements…
Read MoreGreenbrier Twnshp slates budget hearing
Greenbrier Township trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2023-24 budget Tuesday, March 14, at 9 am at 2018 J Ave, Scranton. Judy Contner, township clerk.
Read MoreMario Madness coming to Jefferson library
The Jefferson public library invites Mario players in grades 5-8 to a Mario Madness tournament Tuesday, March 14, at the library. Play will be from 2 to 4 pm. The tournament is for all players, racers or competitive Smash brawlers. Tournament events include Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros Ultimate (with a twist). There will be ‘celebrity’ guest competitors, warm…
Read MoreEvery day is a good day to read
New books at the Jefferson public library include: FICTION Armored by Mark Greaney — Josh is an elite bodyguard who lost his leg in his last mission. The Blame Game by Sandie Jones — Naomi is a psychologist specializing in domestic abuse who begins to experience mysterious circumstances. The Bodyguard by Katherine Center — She’s got his back, he’s got…
Read MorePlanning spring garden topic of ag coffee
Greene County Extension will host an Ag Coffee Friday, March 10, with Mike Witt, ISU agricultural field specialist, leading a conversation about planning spring gardens. The coffee will begin at 9:30 am and conclude by 11 at the Greene County Extension office. There is no charge and no registration is needed. The March Ag Coffee is sponsored by Bomgaars.
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