Greene County knows the value of agriculture. Our farmers work hard, doing the best they can for their land and their communities while the industry demands that they produce more and more. Farmer stress is real as input prices rise but prices for the crops do not keep up. At the same time, water quality, especially nitrates in drinking water,…
Read MoreMonth: July 2026
Greene County district court, week ending July 3
In Greene County district court Travis Ryan Armstrong, 37, of Scranton was sentenced June 30 to five years in prison after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of possession of methamphetamine- third offense. The prison term was suspended and he was placed on probation to the Iowa Department of Correctional Services for two years. He must undergo…
Read MoreTopics, times told for Fair Chats
Once again, it’s time for the Greene County Fair. That means it’s also time for the Greene County Historical Society’s annual “Fair Chats.” These informal mini-programs feature local speakers talking about history. In 2026, there will be three. They’re a chance to pull up a chair and learn something about our county. On Friday, July 10, at 11 am, former…
Read MoreTalk of roads, speed limits takes much of supervisors’ June 29 meeting
Motorists on Greene County paved roads can legally drive 60 mph with the July 1 change by the governor of the speed limit on state roads. The county supervisors at their June 29 meeting discussed speed limits with sheriff Jack Williams and county engineer Wade Weiss. Williams said he had received several phone calls asking if the county would change…
Read MoreSupper and concert in the park will mark July 4 in Churdan
The Churdan public library will host the Town and Country Band as part of the library’s July 4th celebration Saturday, July 4, at 7 pm. The band will perform patriotic music under the direction of Snowy Anderson. Please be sure to bring your lawn chairs to enjoy the free concert in the park. The band will accept donations to allow…
Read MoreCapitol Roundup
~by State Senator Jesse Green We love holidays and celebrations. They are important because we are a forgetful people, and we need these events to help us remember timeless truths or milestones that have helped our lives. Our America 250 celebration is no different. This milestone has provided us with an opportunity to grow in our understanding of how our…
Read MoreGreene County Dems tell plans for county fair
Greene County Democrats are excited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our United States’ Declaration of Independence and the end of the rule of kings in our country. The Democrats will take the celebration to the Greene County Fair Friday, July 10, from 1 to 8 pm and Saturday, July 11, from 8 am to 6 pm. They’ll be located…
Read MoreNaig salutes farmers on country’s 250th birthday
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released June 29 by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. “As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday with community events, backyard barbecues and fireworks, we’re reminded that agriculture has always been central to our nation’s story. Our farmers have helped feed, fuel and sustain America since…
Read MoreView from my window – America’s birthday
June 29,2026 The semi quincentennial (pronounced sem-ee-kwin-sen-TEN-ee-ul). or the 250th birthday of the United States, will be celebrated this week on July 4. Historical documents show the “vote” took place on July 2, 1776, was formally adopted on July 4th, but most of the delegates signed primarily on Aug. 2. I recall the bicentennial 50 years ago and taking our…
Read MoreOf patriots and Fatherland
I happened to come across some comments from politicians and political pundits claiming that the “No Kings” and anti-ICE supporters are Patriots. One of the primary signs of the progressive movement is defiance toward the correct definition of words. The movement has led to a reassignment of definitions, like Patriot. Even a suspect left-leaning AI overview will give you a…
Read More“Remarkably Bright Creatures”
by Colleen O’Brien I watched a movie three times in two weeks. And read the book. I haven’t been quite so crazy about a story in a long time — since I read Gone With the Wind five times between the ages of 12 and 20 (when I finally got it that Rhett and Scarlett were not suited.) “Remarkably Bright Creatures,” the movie…
Read MoreGreene County landowners eligible for funds to install perennial buffers to improve water quality downstream
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced June 30 the expansion of the Streamside Buffer Pilot Project to include farmers and landowners living in all 22 counties in the Greater Des Moines Watershed. Greene County is one of those counties. The expansion is part of the Greater Des Moines Watershed Program, a targeted initiative to accelerate and scale up the use of…
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