Rams to get less athletic training coverage at lower cost Greene County Schools’ buildings are ready for the new school year. School superintendent Brett Abbotts reported at the Aug. 13 school board meeting that 92 new Clevertouch® interactive display screens have been installed district-wide; new LED lights have been installed at the middle and elementary schools; and the sound system…
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Peterson, county supes discuss recycling
“The devil is in the details” seems to be the case concerning recycling in Greene County. With the dissolution of the Greene County Recycling Agency last March, providing recycling in the county fell in the lap of the city of Jefferson. The county supervisors approved the needed 28E agreement with the city of Jefferson to provide recycling services for residents…
Read MoreMickey Starr, 1943 – 2025
Services for Mickey Starr, 82, of Jefferson, will be held Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson. Burial will take place at Union Cemetery, Coon Rapids. Memorials are suggested to PAWS in Jefferson. Lois “Mickey” Sanders Starr, was born May 28, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio to W.D. “Bus” Sanders and Darlene Baker Schreier. Mickey graduated from Jefferson…
Read MoreJeff council hears water concerns, update on Greenewood area
Heavy rains this summer have created problems for some Jefferson residents, and the city council heard about it at the Aug. 12 meeting. Larry Joy, who lives in the 500 block of E. Washington St, said that in the eight years he has lived there, he’s never had water in his basement like he has this summer. He asked if…
Read MoreA wet week moves remaining drought areas from Iowa
Precipitation, heaviest in the western third of the state, limited producers to 4.7 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Aug. 10, 2025, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Some fields started to dry out while low spots still had ponding. Field activities included harvesting oats and hay as conditions allowed. Topsoil moisture condition statewide rated 2…
Read MoreGreene Co 7th grader named runner-up world champion at Junior World Bass Fishing Championship
Lake Oahe, Pierre, SD – Walter Louk, of Jefferson, a seventh grader at Greene County Middle School (pictured, right), and Leon Polley of Harlan (pictured, left) made waves on the international stage at the Junior World Bass Fishing Championship held July 30 – Aug. 1 at Lake Oahe near Pierre, SD. The two showcased exceptional skill and determination, ultimately earning…
Read MoreIncome guidelines told for free & reduced price school meals
The Iowa Department of Education, Bureau of Nutrition and Health Services, has finalized its policy for free and reduced price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program and the Afterschool Care Snack Program. Click here to see income eligibility guidelines effective July 1,…
Read MoreView from my window – Nancy Drew goes to Pleasant Hill Cemetery
The original Nancy Drew mystery books were written by an Iowan, Mildred Augustine. She was raised in Ladora and graduated from the University of Iowa. The Nancy Drew author is credited with writing 23 of the first 30 mystery books in the 1930’s but was never identified as Ms. Augustine. The pen name of Carolyn Keene was used for all…
Read MoreCruisin’ to the Square set for Thursday
A wide variety of cars, trucks, motorcycles and antique tractors, along with vehicle enthusiasts, will be on Jefferson’s historic downtown square for Cruisin’ to the Square Thursday, Aug. 14, from 4:30 to 7 pm. There is no registration fee and day-of registration is available. Prizes will be awarded in several categories – best car, best truck, best motorcycle, best tractor,…
Read MoreHazardous waste collection this Saturday
A free hazardous waste collection is slated for Saturday, Aug. 16, from 9 to 11 am on the north side of the courthouse square. The event is for Jefferson residents only. Items that will be accepted include aerosol cleaners and paints; ammonia-based cleaners; antifreeze; batteries (only rechargeable); fertilizers; fluorescent light bulbs (cfls); gasoline and kerosene; oil, lead-based paint; stains, varnishes;…
Read MoreGJ library to host Bike Rodeo
The Grand Junction public library will sponsor a Bike Rodeo Saturday, Aug. 16, at 11 am at the Sports Court at Hager and 12th Sts in Grand Junction. The rodeo will feature an obstacle course, biking activities and bicycle safety information for kids ages 4 to 10. All area kids and their bikes and trikes are welcome. The event is…
Read MoreCareer Academy orientation Thursday
All students who are registered for classes at the Greene County Career Academy are encouraged to attend orientation Thursday, Aug. 14, at either 3 or 5 pm at Greene County High School. Students will receive their fall schedule and hera an overview of the academy.
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