~by Pastor David Cunningham To the delight of many drivers, the State of Iowa increased the speed limit on most rural roadways to 60 mph. To no one’s surprise this became permission for some drivers to think they can go 70 mph using the “They won’t stop me for going 10 mph over” mentality. Even before the change, I witnessed…
Read MoreDay: October 7, 2026
Supervisors hear updates on courthouse matters, final tweaks on zoning ordinance changes
Set special meeting to discuss Greene County Ambulance The Greene County treasurer’s office is closed this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Oct. 7-9, as the entire staff is attending training to be able to issue drivers’ licenses. County treasurer Katlynn Mechaelsen assured the county supervisors at their Oct. 5 meeting that this is the only time the full staff will do…
Read MoreLeave it alone
Leave it alone ~a column by Colleen O’Brien I remember a moment in Jefferson’s Carnegie library when, as a freshman in high school, I see my dad in the reading room and ask him to pick out a book for me. He says, “Glad you asked!” — which I think is kind of amusing — and takes me to the…
Read MoreFlu, Covid shots available at Greene County Public Health
Fall is here, and Greene County Public Health is making it easier than ever to protect yourself and your family from the flu and COVID-19. With convenient weekday hours, after-hours clinics and a drive-through vaccination event, getting your seasonal vaccines can fit into even the busiest schedule. “We all have enough on our plates without adding an avoidable illness to…
Read MoreHarvest behind typical year due to atypical rainfall
“After a historically wet September, we finally got a stretch of dry weather. The warmer temperatures and sunshine are helping fields dry down, though some of the wetter areas are going to need several more days before equipment can roll,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. “The good news is the forecast looks favorable, with warmer and drier conditions…
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