Greene County Republicans and Greene County Democrats will hold mid-term caucuses Monday, Feb. 2. A person must be registered as a voter of the party whose caucus they attend, but voter registrations can be updated at the caucus. Republicans will meet by precinct as follows: Central precinct, Clover Hall at the Greene County Fairgrounds; East precinct, Grand Junction Community Center;…
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Greene County, Paton-Churdan both sending entries to state speech contest
Greene County will be well-represented at the Iowa High School Speech Association’s state large group speech competition. Five groups from Greene County High School and a group from Paton-Churdan earned I ratings and the district contest at Des Moines Hoover High School Jan. 24. They will compete again at the state contest Feb. 7 at West Des Moines Valley High…
Read MoreGambling problems? Help is available
Gambling Problems? Help is Available Super Bowl, college basketball, March Madness, Daytona 500, and horse racing. What do these activities have in common? Many people enjoy placing bets on the results of these events. It’s the time of year when gambling opportunities ramp up! While many people gamble recreationally, for some it can lead to financial stress, relationship problems,…
Read MoreJefferson Telecom ending cellular services
Jefferson Telecom announced today that it will conclude providing cellular service and in-store cellular assistance, with its final day of service set for February 20, 2026. Jefferson Telecom will continue to operate as a strong, local provider, delivering Internet, landline, and TV services, with plans to further expand its fiber Internet footprint to serve the surrounding area well into the…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Jan. 23
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 MoreGreene 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…
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~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…
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