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…
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Naig 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 Historical documents show the “vote” took place on July 2, 1776, was formally adopted on July 4th, but most of the delegates signed primarily on Aug. 2.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…
Read MoreHeat wave to continue through weekend
Greene County continues under an extreme heat warning issued by the National Weather Service. Temperatures in the 90s and high humidity will continue to result in heat indices more than 100 degrees. Overnight temperatures will remain very warm, in the upper 70s and 80s, limiting any relief from the heat at night. The extreme heat is forecast to continue through…
Read MoreSheriff’s report – June 2026
Following are excerpts of activities reported by the Greene County sheriff’s office: Tuesday, June 30: At 4:42 pm a deputy, Grand Junction Fire and Rescue, and Greene County Ambulance responded to a two-vehicle on Hwy 30 near W Ave east of Grand Junction. Sara Stoffa of Westside was westbound driving a 2006 Chevrolet Aveo when her vehicle was struck in…
Read MoreExtreme heat warning in effect Sunday-Tuesday
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning for more than half of Iowa Sunday through Tuesday this week. Heat index values are expected to top at hotter than 100 degrees Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and hit 98 degrees Thursday. The coolest heat index during that period is 70 degrees. Iowans are warned that heat illness…
Read MoreSupervisors discuss repowering wind turbines
The Greene County supervisors had the first of what is likely to be many discussions on repowering wind turbines. Repowering is generally done every 8-10 years for safety purposes. Repowering involves an overhaul and updating, while maintenance would more likely be replacing failed or worn parts. County planning/zoning officer Chuck Wenthold provided the supervisors with a copy of O’Brien County’s…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending June 26
In Greene County district court Dawn Kay Maiers, 44, of Ames was sentenced June 22 to 25 years in prison after she changed her plea to guilty to a charge of ongoing criminal conduct. Ther prison term was suspended and she was placed on probation to the 2nd Judicial District Department of Correctional Services for three years. She must pay…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending June 26
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered against Jodi Ann Watkins on a charge of assault. She was fined $105 with a $15.75 surcharge. She must also pay $197.10 restitution for her court appointed attorney’s fees and $245.50 court costs. A pair of cases were initiated during the week ending June 26. Brandon Earl Remaly of Jefferson is…
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