In Greene County district court Valeria L. Ulrich, 55, of Ames was sentenced Jan. 21 to five years in prison after she changed her plea to guilty to a charge of gambling, avoid set off. The prison term was suspended and she was placed on probation to the Iowa Department of Correctional Service for two years. She was fined $1,025…
Read MoreDay: January 28, 2026
Greene County magistrate court, week ending Jan. 23
Cases were initiated in Greene County magistrate court during the week ending Jan. 23 as follows: Bradley Keith Langfitt of Jefferson, theft- fifth degree; Anthony Charles Kennedy of Ames, criminal mischief- fifth degree; and Christopher Herbert Lawrence of Ames, violation of no contact order.
Read MoreStupid is as stupid does?
Times like this cause me to examine the picture of my cultural experience. While consuming newsworthy events in these United States I am oft-distant and dependent on the news media to paint a picture of what is happening. But is the picture I am receiving a Rembrandt or a Picasso? Words are written, interviews enacted, and cellphone videos captured but…
Read MoreJefferson Elks donate $9,500 to two local charities
The Jefferson Elks Lodge thru an ENF Beacon grant donated $4,750.00 to the Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (food pantry), and $4,750.00 to Congregate Meals Division of Elder Bridge. These donations are done to assist both local charities in providing meals to individuals, families, and elderly people who are experiencing food insecurities. “This shows the commitment of support that the…
Read MoreThe List from just one city
~by Colleen O’Brien Trump is untruthful, and so he and his administration need show no interest in investigating I.C.E. actions in Minneapolis because it’s the Democrats’ fault there is ‘chaos.’ Minnesota governor Walz, Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frye and U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar have asked the Trump administration’s Department of Justice, headed by another person who plays with the truth, Pam…
Read MoreP-C ELC on tight deadline for fundraising
Childcare center will close if fundraising deadline isn’t met The Paton-Churdan Early Learning Center board was forced to make a difficult decision Jan. 21. Over the past year, the board has worked to move the daycare to a new facility. The Paton-Churdan CSD expressed a desire to close the portable building that houses the daycare and the Paton-Churdan preschool in…
Read MoreChocolate Walk slated for Saturday, Feb. 7
The Jefferson Matters Promotions Team invites area residents to treat themselves to something sweet with Jefferson’s first-ever Sweet on Jefferson Chocolate Walk Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 am to 2 pm. This new winter event is a fun way to support local businesses while enjoying chocolate treats just in time for Valentine’s Day, a spokesperson said. Participants will stroll from…
Read MoreABC Award nominations due March 13
Jefferson Matters is seeking nominations for the 2026 ABC Award. The deadline for nominations to be submitted is Friday, March 13, by 4 pm. The award will be presented at the Community Appreciation Night in April. The ABC Award (Above and Beyond the Call) is presented annually to an individual or couple who through their personal involvement, their leadership qualities…
Read MoreAfter Hours: Insider season starts a Sierra Community Theatre Feb. 17
The Economic Vitality Team of Jefferson Matters will open the 2026 After Hours: Insider series Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 5:30 to 7 p at the historic Sierra Community Theatre. This exclusive event invites community members to step behind the velvet curtains of the newly-remodeled theatre. Attendees will gain rare access to the projector area and the updated auditorium while learning…
Read MoreLocal American Legion post seeking Boys State applicants
Boost your chance to be accepted at your college of choice while on an adventure Each year the local Legion Post #11 in Jefferson sponsors a delegate to attend Boys State. This program is only open to boys who are in the graduating class of 2027. Attendance at Boys State carries weight on a school application, as well as a…
Read MoreNew BYOB – Build Your Own Business – event launches in Jefferson to assist entrepreneurs
Local entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners have a new home for growth and connection. BYOB: Build Your Own Business, a quarterly event series designed to support the Greene County small business community, officially kicks off its inaugural session on Monday, March 2. BYOB offers a collaborative environment to learn, connect, and thrive, for persons in the “napkin sketch” phase of…
Read MoreSupervisors hear about solar panels, expand courthouse security, give last OK on DD20 project
The Greene County supervisors at their Jan. 26 meeting heard much of the information previously heard by the Jefferson city council about installing solar panels on county-owned buildings. Terry Dvorak of Red Lion Renewables explained the company would pay for and install the panels at various locations, and then sell the electricity generated by the panels back to the county…
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