In Greene County district court a jury found Conner Laine Groves, 28, of Scranton guilty on charges of fraudulent practice greater than $10,000, arson- second degree, conspiracy to commit arson, fraudulent submission to insurer, and possession of marijuana. The verdict followed a five-day jury trial presided over by the Honorable John Flynn. A sentencing date has not been set. The…
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Greene County magistrate court, week ending June 27
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered June 25 against Gabriel John Simmerman of Murray on a charge of simulated public intoxication. He was fined $105 with a $15.75 surcharge. Court costs were $60.
Read MoreDentists Teusch and Van Beek donate youth admissions to the Mahanay Tower
The Bell Tower Community Foundation is grateful to have local dentists Dr James Teusch and Dr Keith Van Beek team up to sponsor the youth admission at the Mahanay Bell Tower for 2025. The two have provided funds so all those age 18 years and younger can ride the elevator to the top and experience the Mahanay Bell Tower this…
Read MoreMedical center auxiliary, CHiRP Coffee partner to benefit Family Medicine Clinic
What started as a treat for Greene County Medical Center team members has blossomed into a heartfelt effort that is now putting smiles on the faces of young patients and their families. Last October, the Greene County Medical Center Auxiliary brewed up a fresh fundraising idea in partnership with CHiRP Coffee. Their collaboration quickly became a hit among staff and…
Read MoreIowa County Recorders Assn donates to Mason’s Light House pediatric hospice house
Each summer the Iowa County Recorders Association meets for continuing education in one of the states’ six districts. Last week, District 1 hosted the association in West Des Moines for the ICRA’s annual summer school. As elected officials, the recorders have a formal certification program which offers learning sessions that broadly impact their professional role in the County. Courses are…
Read MoreWoman charged with murder in Greenbrier shooting
A Jefferson woman has been charged with murder in the first degree. Greene County sheriff Jack Williams reports that sheriff’s personnel responded to a report of shots fired June 27 at 7:28 pm at 2264 M Ave in Greenbrier Township. Richard Thompson, 54, of Jefferson was found deceased in the residence. His wife, Christene Thompson, 49, of Jefferson was arrested…
Read MorePhyllis Gannon, 1926 – 2025
Services will be held June 30 at St Brigid Catholic Church in Grand Junction for Phyllis Lorraine Gannon, 98, of Rippey. Mass will be celebrated by Fr Bill Scheiber. Lector will be Laurie Gannon; gift bearers will be Jackie Blanshan, Mary Swecker, Monica Tenorio and Jennifer Boston; altar servers will be Matthew Gannon and Paul Gannon; eucharistic minister will be…
Read MoreJeff council plans for summer sidewalk, street projects
Jefferson residents will be able to learn more about an extensive sidewalk project coming up for the west part of Jefferson. City engineer Jim Leiding told the city council at its June 24 meeting that a public meeting will be held “in the next month or so” on the plans to add a sidewalk on W. Lincoln Way from Grimmell…
Read MoreSheriff’s report – June 2025
Following are excerpts of daily activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Monday, June 30: At 3:14 pm a deputy investigated a complaint of theft in the 600 block of N. 11th St in Grand Junction. At 4:47 pm a deputy investigated a complaint of trespass in the 1100 block of Maple St in Scranton. At 8:31 pm a…
Read MoreNew plan for P-C Early Learning Center
Supervisors discuss level of financial involvement The Greene County board of supervisors is considering committing $180,000 over several years to the Paton-Churdan Early Learning Center. A final decision is pending auditor Billie Hoskins “running the numbers” for the local option sales and service tax (LOSST) fund, as that’s where the money would come from. PCELC board member Libby Towers updated…
Read MoreTACOs around the Congress
~a column by Colleen O’Brien “If he is elected, we’ll be at war within six months.” Attributed to Kamala Harris but not confirmed by research. Well, it has happened. I believed it as soon as I heard it third-hand – leavesdropping. What does one say when war approaches? What does one do? There is a lot of civil revolt –…
Read MoreSupervisors hear update from GCDC interim director
Michelle Book, interim director of Greene County Development Corporation, introduced herself to the county supervisors at their June 23 meeting and updated them on GCDC activities. Book was contracted by GCDC in February to assist with the Vision 2030 planning process. She was hired as interim director with the departure of Ken Paxton at the end of May. She told…
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