The Head Opera House, located at 212 E. State St in Jefferson, opened Dec. 17, 1884, with a Christmas party. The Sierra Community Theatre board and staff are reimagining that evening with “Christmas Tales,: an evening of music, storytelling and historic guests, Tuesday, Dec. 17, at the theatre. Doors will open at 6:30 pm, with the event beginning at 7…
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Greene County district court, week ending Dec. 13
In Greene County district court Abby Nichole Farrell, 21, of Carroll was sentenced Dec. 9 to 180 days in jail after she changed her plea to guilty to a charge of operating while intoxicated. All but two days of the jail time was suspended and she was placed on probation to Boone/Greene County Probation for one year. She may complete…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Dec. 13
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment for a $105 fine with a $15.75 surcharge was entered Dec. 4 against Gideon Norman Van Wyk of Coon Rapids on a charge of public intoxication. Court costs were $60. Cases were initiated in magistrate court as follows: Jill Catherine Gaines of Council Bluffs, theft- fifth degree; Camden Strennen of Jefferson, theft- fifth…
Read MoreTracy Hoodjer, 1962 – 2024
Tracy Joel Hoodjer, a beloved family man, passionate sports enthusiast, and a well-respected figure in the sports community throughout the state of Iowa, passed away December 15, 2024, in Ames after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on Jan. 18, 1962, in Waterloo, Tracy’s infectious enthusiasm for life and unwavering spirit left an indelible mark on all who knew…
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