“The first week of September was one of the hottest on record, setting up some muggy conditions for attendees at the Farm Progress Show. As we headed into the Labor Day weekend, parts of northern Iowa received much-needed rainfall that will help chip away at longer-term soil moisture deficits,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. “Farmers are busy chopping…
Read MoreMonth: September 2026
Greene County district court, week ending Sept. 4
In Greene County district court judgment for a $105 fine with a $15.75 surcharge was entered Sept. 1 against Duane Edward Forkner, 59, of Jefferson, on a charge of disorderly conduct, amended from assault causing bodily injury or mental illness. Court costs were $163. (Sentencing: Honorable Joseph B. McCarville) Ryan James Brown, 54, of Jefferson was sentenced to two years…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending Sept. 4
Magistrate Jessica Morton entered dispositions Aug. 3 in four cases against Kenneth Joseph Bonnette of Scranton. In both of two cases in which Bonnette was charged with violation of a no contact order, he was sentenced to 30 days in jail, with all but seven days suspended. The jail terms are concurrent. No fine was entered. The jail terms are…
Read MoreCelebrate 60 years of the Mahanay Bell Tower with stories, music and memories
For 60 years, the Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower has risen above Jefferson’s courthouse square, sounding its bells across the community and becoming one of Greene County’s most recognizable landmarks. On Sunday, October 18, the community is invited to gather beneath the tower to celebrate six decades of its history and to hear some of the music that helped mark its beginning. The Mahanay…
Read MoreSharon Steadman, 1941 – 2026
Funeral services will be held Friday, Sept. 11, at Northside Assembly of God in Jefferson for Sharon Steadman, 85, of Jefferson. Interment will be in the Jefferson Municipal Cemetery. Sharon Faye Palmer Steadman was born August 8, 1941, at Schleswig. Her parents were Evelyn (Anderson) and Ernest Allen Palmer. Sharon grew up in Schleswig. She married LeRoy Dominic Steadman on…
Read MoreWhy Not Us recognized by Iowa Architectural Foundation for work on Centennial Block
Why Not Us, LLC, the group of 73 local women who came together to save and rehabilitate the historic Centennial Block, has been awarded the Community Enhancement through Historic Vitalization Award by the Iowa Architectural Foundation. The Centennial Block, at the corner of State St and N. Wilson Ave, was built in 1876 and is the oldest building on its…
Read MoreRam cross country team runs in very hot West Central Valley Invitational
The Greene County Ram cross country team competed in its second meet of the season Sept. 3, the West Central Valley Invitational in Stuart. The girls finished second behind Creston, led by freshman Averi Jablonski’s sixth place finish in 23:41.90. Other Ram runners in the team score were junior Rylee Mowrer, 16th place in 31.08.6; senior Evelyn Snyder, 21st place…
Read MoreDiscussion only, no agenda items for Aug. 31 supervisors meeting
Greene County sheriff Jack Williams told the county supervisors at their Aug. 31 meeting that approximately 400 persons toured the new jail over the weekend, with 99 percent good comments. He had planned to start moving inmates, many of which have been housed in the Guthrie County jail at a cost to the county, on Sunday. The move-in day was…
Read MoreLend a hand at Statewide Volunteer Day Sept. 26
Iowans are invited to lend a hand at the DNR’s annual statewide Volunteer Day on Saturday, Sept. 26. Several state parks and forests across will host volunteer events to help spruce up trails, buildings and other park amenities. “Iowa state parks and forests are beloved places for many Iowans, and we greatly appreciate the help volunteers provide,” said Mike Cox,…
Read MoreThe untruths just keep coming
~by Colleen O’Brien Social media is often too eager to tell us what they say is fact; for example, that Trump cut down 60 cherry trees from the White House grounds, the trees given to us in 1910 as a gift from Japan. He did not cut them down. He eliminated trees, including maybe one cherry, from the island in…
Read MoreCyHawk tailgate returns to downtown Jefferson Sept. 10
Jefferson Matters is bringing back one of downtown Jefferson’s newest traditions as the CyHawk Tailgate returns on Thursday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 7:30 pm in downtown Jefferson. Activities will take place along Wilson and State streets, with the Plaza Stage serving as the heart of the event at the corner of the two streets. Visitors can explore the event…
Read MoreHero Night at Ram football game Sept. 11
The Greene County Schools activities department invites the entire community to join them Friday, Sept. 11, as the Rams host Grand View Christian for the annual “Hero Night” home football game. To honor those who selflessly serve our community and country, all law enforcement officers, firefighters, first responders, EMTs, active military personnel, and military veterans will receive free admission to…
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