The musical group, The Brown Family from LeMars, will perform an Americana Music and Patriotic Salute Sunday, July 7, at 2 pm at the Greene County High School auditorium. Attendees should park in the south parking lot and the enter through the south doors. Doors open at 1:30 pm. The Greene County veterans office is providing free admission to veterans…
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Wright joining 21st Century Rehab in Jefferson
A year and a half ago, Kyle Wright completed a clinical rotation at 21st Century Rehab in Greene County Medical Center. Now, he is coming back, putting his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree to work. Originally from Manchester in northeast Iowa, Wright is excited about a move to Jefferson, which brings him closer to family. “My dad is from…
Read MoreRefrigerated van for local Cattlemen
The Greene County Cattlemen’s Association unveiled its new van at the Bell Tower Festival on June 8. The refrigerated vehicle will be utilized to transport their beef products and other supplies to various locations where the members will use their grilling skills to feed the hungry customers. The van was purchased thanks to an $85,000 grant from Grow Greene County.…
Read More‘Off the Map’ program will discuss abandoned and disappearing towns
Sunday, June 23, at Grand Junction library Grand Junction public library has received funding from Humanities Iowa, a private, non-profit, to host a presentation called “Off the Map: Stories of Abandoned and Disappearing Towns Around Iowa” by Rosa Snyder Sunday, June 23, at 2 pm. A cultural resource for Iowa since 1971, Humanities Iowa offers many cultural and historical programs…
Read MoreScranton city council hears updates
The Scranton city council heard updates on public works and the Community Center during its June 11 regular meeting. Dawn Rudolph reported May was a busy month at the Community Center with numerous graduation parties. Pickleball has been a big success and games will continue all year round. The Breakcycle group plans to stop in Scranton again during their ride…
Read MoreView from my window: Government representation
~by Mary Weaver We are familiar with the adages, “All politics is local,” from former Speaker of the House Tip O’Neill; from Benjamin Franklin in 1867, “ A republic, if you can keep it”; and “Democracy is not a spectator sport”, from Michael Moore. I used my voice last week by calling a Greene County Community Schools board member. I…
Read MoreLess rain in Iowa last week
Despite some isolated rain showers, warm temperatures and mostly dry weather resulted in 5.6 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 16, 2024, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Primary field activities were finishing up corn and soybean planting and re-planting. Other field activities included cutting hay and spraying crops. Topsoil moisture condition across Iowa rated…
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
June 18, 2024 Rippey United Methodist Church, Pastor Jon T Williams Sundays: Adult Sunday School 9:30 am, Worship service at 11 am; Tuesdays: Fellowship, 10 am. Everyone welcome. Lunch served first Tuesday of the month. Sunday, June 23 – Ice cream social 4 – 7 pm. Friends of Rippey meeting June 23 – Planning will continue for Rippey Fun Day at the Friends…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending June 14
In Greene County district court Jocob Robert Stewart, 32, of Fort Dodge was sentenced June 11 to 30 days in jail after he pleaded guilty to a charge of assault, amended from assault causing bodily injury or mental illness. All but two days of the jail time was suspended and he was placed on probation to Boone/Greene County Probation for…
Read MoreArlena Hamling, 1954 – 2024
Arlena Mae Hamling was born November. 1, 1954. She made her final transition the morning of June 15, 2024, at the age of 69 years. She was surrounded by her loved ones as she left to be with the Lord. Arlena is survived by her husband Wallace Hamling; her son Craigg Smith; siblings Patty (David) Bosley, Chet (Tia ) Davis,…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending June 14
In Greene County magistrate court Cynthia Sue Baugh of Jefferson was granted a deferred judgment June 13 after she pleaded guilty to a charge of disorderly conduct, amended from assault. A judgment was entered for a $105 civil penalty. Court costs were $60. A companion case in district court in which Baugh was charged with child endangerment wad dismissed. (Disposition:…
Read MoreAdd pollinator friendly plants around your home
If you enjoy eating apples, peaches, blueberries, tomatoes, squash and more, thank a bee. Or, better yet, plant some pollinator friendly native plants in a pot, or flower bed or garden and support the local bees and butterflies. National Pollinator Week is June 17-23. “If you live in a neighborhood, look at what your neighbors have and try to build…
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