~a column by Colleen O’Brien “Iran is doing a very poor job, dishonorable some would say, of allowing oil to go through the Strait of Hormuz.” [BBC Apr 10, 2026] Trump, the poster boy of dishonor, mumbles this to his bedtime companion, Truth Social, who promptly sends it out to the world, which does not want it. I discount him…
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Applications open for 144 CHI grants
The 144 Corridor Housing Initiative (CHI) is now accepting applications for exterior home improvement grants for homeowners in the four communities that comprise the 144 Corridor—Paton, Dana, Grand Junction and Rippey. Applications are available at Rolling Hills Bank in Rippey, Community State Bank in Paton and Peoples Bank in Grand Junction. Applications are also available at the libraries in Paton,…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending April 10
In Greene County district court Jay Dolliver Orsack, 58, of Churdan was sentenced April 10 to 15 years in prison, with credit for time served, after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of criminal mischief- second degree, habitual offender. The prison term is concurrent to terms in two other Greene County felony cases. (Sentencing: Honorable Joseph B.…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending April 10
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment for a $105 fine with a $15.75 surcharge was entered April 8 against Alex Gordon Treft of Grand Junction on a charge of disorderly conduct- fighting/violent behavior. Court costs were $60. A judgment was entered April 8 against Michael Brenn Prevost of Paton on a charge of disorderly conduct- loud/raucous noise. He was…
Read MoreProperty taxes
April 10, 2026 Property taxes are a very complex issue. When you talk to 10 different legislators about how best to change the system, you will likely get 10 different responses. This week, however, the Senate accomplished something monumental by coming together to pass a substantial bill that casts a vision for the future. The bill passed 41-4 and now…
Read MoreSchultz to present George Gallup program April 12 at Grand Junction library
The Grand Junction Public Library will feature a program about Dr. George Gallup and the Gallup House in Jefferson on Sunday, April 12, at 2 pm in the Max F. Wetrich Community Room. Carol Schultz of Jefferson will present the program. Schultz is a George Gallup researcher and tour director of the Gallup House at 703 S. Chestnut St in…
Read MoreMedical center marking National Volunteer Month
April is National Volunteer Month and Greene County Medical Center Auxiliary members were recently recognized for their commitment to local care. Since being founded 64 years ago, the Auxiliary has raised more than $600,000 for the medical center to be used in support of equipment purchases, programs, scholarships and for the benefit of patients, community members and staff alike. The…
Read MoreFuneral notices
Robert A. Kinnick, 77, of Grand Junction. Graveside service at Highland Township Cemetery in Churdan at a later date. Dahn & Woodhouse Funeral Home, Coon Rapids, 712-792-3561. William “Bill” Clarke Jr, 82, of Panora. Visitation with the family will be held Saturday, April 25, at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson, 515-386-2171, with a eulogy at 10 am followed by visitation until…
Read MorePatsy Hastings, 1932 – 2026
Services will be held Saturday, April 18, at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home for Patsy Hastings, 93, of Jefferson. Interment will be at the Jefferson Municipal Cemetery. Patsy Ann Young Hastings was born November 1, 1932, in Jefferson. She was the youngest of four children of James Hugh and Marie (Kelley) Young, growing up on farms in the Jefferson and Churdan areas. …
Read MoreSupervisors OK road closures, detours for summer road projects
Also approve secondary roads’ 5-year plan The Greene County board of supervisors at their April 6 meeting approved road closures and detour routes for three upcoming county roads projects. In Grant Township, Parkland Ave will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 222nd St south to county road E-53 (235th St) to allow for bridge replacement. In Junction Township, X…
Read MoreGreene County 4-H announces 2026 summer camps, project workshop opportunities
Greene County 4-H Youth Development announces a full lineup of summer programming opportunities for youth in 2026. With a variety of engaging, hands-on experiences, this year’s offerings are designed to provide fun, learning, and skill-building for youth of all ages. Summer Day Camps are open to all youth, regardless of 4-H enrollment. These camps provide a welcoming environment for young people…
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~by Colleen O’Brien Before his tearing down the East Wing, before his renaming the Kennedy Center, before his bombing of fishing boats in the Caribbean and stealing a sovereign country’s leader and wife, before his posting a photo of Obama and Michelle as gorillas, before his “excursion” into the Middle East – actually, before he was elected – Trump promised…
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