50107 Summerfest will be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 2-3, in Grand Junction. Most activities will be held on the former school lot unless noted. Festivities start Friday at 4 pm with the opening of the beer tent. Gotcha Games Carnival, food vendors (Borrachos and Kona Ice), Greene County Cattlemen and yard games will start at 5 pm. The carnival…
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Used book sale in GJ Saturday
Book bargains will be available at the Summerfest used book sale at the Grand Junction public library Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 am to noon. The used book sale is part of the annual 50107 Summerfest celebration in Grand Junction. Quality used hardcover and softcover books will be for sale for $1. The Bargain Book Box will feature paperbacks for…
Read MoreWalk-in women’s health screening at medical center Family Medicine Clinic
Monday, Wednesday & Friday afternoons, Aug. 12 – Sept. 13 The Family Medicine Clinic at Greene County Medical Center is introducing walk-in women’s health screening services for a one-month span this August and September. The initiative is being led by Family Medicine Clinic primary care provider, Kaitlyn Bravek, PA-C. “We understand there are more and more demands on people’s time…
Read MoreScranton tractor ride Saturday, Aug. 10
Get your classic tractor shined up and full of gas to take part in the annual Scranton tractor ride on Saturday, Aug. 10. Organizer Dawn Rudolph has an interesting route planned and is looking forward to a large crowd of tractors, drivers and riders. There is no charge to participate. Registration and refreshments will be available at the Scranton Community…
Read MoreMedical center closes out successful fiscal year
Greene County Medical Center’s year came to a close on June 30, and CEO Chad Butterfield said one word stands out for Fiscal Year 2024 — Pride. “I am very proud of our team,” Butterfield said. “But when I say team, it goes beyond our staff. Team encompasses those who are trustees, Foundation members, Greene Backers, Auxiliary members, patients who…
Read MoreSoil moisture, crops faring well
Scattered rainfall allowed Iowa farmers 5.8 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending July 28, 2024, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Field activities included harvesting oats for grain, cutting and baling hay, and applying fungicides. Topsoil moisture condition across the state rated 1 percent very short, 12 percent short, 80 percent adequate and 7 percent surplus.…
Read MoreGrCo school board schedules special meeting
The Greene County Community Schools board will hold a special meeting Wednesday, Aug. 31, at 4:30 pm in the district conference room at 101 Ram Drive in Jefferson. Agenda items all deal with selling notes against projected physical plant and equipment levy (PPEL) revenue to pay for installing solar panels and related equipment at all three district school buildings. The…
Read MoreJulia McCollom, 1932 – 2024
Funeral services for Julia McCollom were held August 1, 2024, at Gospel Open Bible Church in Jefferson. Pastor Chad Cummings officiated. Honorary bearers were Laura McCollom, Jeremy McCollom, Brenda Cranston, Traci Dillavou, and Lindsey Varner. Casket bearers were Jason McCollom, Adam McCollom, Eric McCollom, Chad McCollom, Nickolas McCollom, and Brett Cranston. Interment was in the Jefferson Municipal Cemetery. Julia McCollom was…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending July 26
In Greene County district court a trial date of Aug. 27 was set for Karmen Andrea Carroll, 31, of Jefferson after she pleaded not guilty to a charge of interference with official acts- bodily injury. Cases were initiated in district court as follows: Brittney Mary Dawn Olson, 23, of Jefferson, operating while intoxicated and child endangerment; and Ethan Michael Struck,…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending July 26
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment for a $105 fine with a $15.75 surcharge was entered against Andrew Kekoa Martin of Jefferson after he pleaded guilty to a charge of disorderly conduct- fighting/violent behavior. Court costs were $60. Angela Maureen Bailey of Perry was fined $105 with a $15.75 surcharge after pleaded guilty to a charge of assault- simple,…
Read MoreGarry Higgins, 1946 -2024
Garry Wayne Higgins was born to Guy Higgins and Florence (Orman) Higgins in Shenandoah on February 17, 1946. He passed at his home in Rippey on July 18, 2024. Garry grew up in Shenandoah alongside his brothers and sisters. Garry, the fourth child of Guy and Florence, was the baby until they welcomed their fifth child, Carol Ann. Garry attended Shenandoah…
Read MoreJoe Shelly candidate for Iowa House District 47 seat
Democratic delegates from Dallas, Greene and Guthrie counties convened July 19 at Sportsman Park in Dawson to nominate Joe Shelly of Perry as their candidate to represent Iowa House District 47. The district includes northwest Dallas and all of Greene and Guthrie Counties. Shelly is a semi-retired union pipefitter and currently serves on the Perry city council and Dallas County…
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