The Grand Junction public library KidZone after school reading program has resumed for the winter-spring season. The reading and activity program for kids pre-K through 5th grade is held from 2:30 to 3:30 pm at the library on the Greene County Schools’ early-out days (Mondays) of from February until the first week in May. A special Cinco de Mayo event…
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Kiwanis donates to ARC food pantry
The Jefferson Kiwanis Club makes their donation to the Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (ARC) a budget item each year due to its importance in providing nutritious food to children and their families. Pictured are club members (from left) Bill Raney, Mike Palmer, Vern Foje, Bill Steussy, and Hollie Roberts presenting a check for $500 to Shirley Haupert, director…
Read MoreGreene County Gobblers NWTF hold annual banquet
~by Dustin Teays for The Scranton Journal The Greene County Gobblers National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) enjoyed a good turnout for their annual banquet Saturday, Feb. 1. There were plenty of people packed inside Clover Hall on the Greene County Fairgrounds to enjoy good times, good company, and, most of all, good food. Not only were people there to enjoy…
Read MorePublic Health offering Brain Help & Hope dementia prevention class
The World Health Organization reports that dementia is the leading cause of disability and dependence among older people and the seventh leading cause of death. Although there is currently no cure for, there are ways persons can reduce their risk. “There are 10 “key” areas where we can work to reduce dementia risk by as much as 70 percent,” explained …
Read MorePedersen leaves medical center Foundation board, Neese joins
The Greene County Medical Center Foundation board of directors saw a changing of the guard with the new year. Longtime member Dave Pedersen retired and new member Max Neese was sworn in. Pedersen served for more than nine years, the maximum amount of time allotted. He initially accepted a seat when asked because the hospital is important to him. “It’s…
Read MoreResolutions, no solutions
~a column by Colleen O’Brien There are so many unusual and illegal things popping out of the Oval Office and into the news cycle, it’s a problem which ones to mention: No FAA leader yet, although when someone told the eager beaver in office, he quickly appointed somebody – after the awful crash into the Potomac of a government…
Read MoreJunior class chili supper Feb. 11
The Greene County junior class will host a chili supper fundraiser Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 5 to 7:30 pm in the high school commons. The meal will include homemade chili, cinnamon rolls and a beverage. Carryout will be available from 5 to 6 pm on the north side of the building. A free will donation ($5 minimum) will be accepted.…
Read MoreTotal valuations ratcheted back with decrease in Wild Rose assessment
The Greene County supervisors received information at their Jan. 30 meeting of how the lower property valuation of Wild Rose Casino will affect budgeting for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. County attorney Thomas Laehn at the Jan. 27 meeting had reported on a settlement between Wild Rose Casino owners and the county regarding the assessment of the casino…
Read MoreBRR was a cold one
Bicyclists didn’t have to contend with snow Saturday, but the Perry Chamber of Commerce’s 48th annual Bike Ride to Rippey – BRR – wasn’t easy. The day was overcast with temperatures in the upper 30s and a brisk wind, making “brr” an understatement. More than 1,100 riders registered for the 24-mile round trip from Perry to Rippey and back. In…
Read MoreAthletic Hall of Fame honors Feb. 6, 7
New members will be inducted into the Greene County Athletic Hall of Fame next week. There will be a community reception Thursday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 6:30 pm in the high school commons. A short program will take place at 6:30 in the high school auditorium. The honorees will be recognized at the Greene County v. West Marshall basketball…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Jan. 31
In Greene County district court Melanie Marie Smith, 25, of Jefferson pleaded not guilty Jan. 28 to a charge of accessory after the fact. A trial date was set for April 8. Information is available since the return of an arrest warrant that Richard Dean Sucher, 57, of Perry has been charged with gambling- avoid set-off and fraudulent practice- second…
Read MoreRichards retiring as Bell Tower tour coordinator
Board is hiring part-time positions The Bell Tower Community Foundation board has appreciated its dedicated Tower tour coordinator Pat Richards since 2014. During her tenure, Pat worked to expand group and bus tours to the community and reached out to many visitors to experience the Mahanay Bell Tower. Richards and the staff she hired and trained are most likely the…
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