~a column by Colleen O’Brien I wrote a column to be published here the day before the election, but there is a rule among news outlets that one cannot write a political piece too close to an election because the other side does not have a chance to respond. So, I will send it now…and add a thing…
Read MoreDay: November 6, 2024
Extension slates private pesticide applicator CICs
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Greene County office will be offering two opportunities to attend the Private Pesticide Applicator Continuing Instruction Course (P-CIC), led by Extension field agronomist Mike Witt. The first session is scheduled for Dec. 3, 2024, at 1:30 pm at the Greene County Fairground, Clover Hall. The course will be offered again on March 6, 2025,…
Read MoreView from my window: Calendar and seasons
November 6, 2024 I usually share something political with you in “VIEW,” but not today. I will share, ‘I voted,” and I hope that you did also. Voting is not a passive act. Many have sacrificed and some given their lives to maintain our Democracy. While we may not know the election outcome for several days, let us begin to…
Read MoreGarden Club tells 2024 Tour of Homes sites
The Jefferson Garden Club will again host its popular holiday tour of homes event Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, from noon to 4 pm. Four homes decorated to showcase this year’s theme “Winter Wonderland” will be featured. Tickets may be purchased from Garden Club members and at the Printer’s Box, Heartland Bank, Home State Bank and People’s Bank, all in Jefferson.…
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