The Greene County Rams will have nine events – seven girls’ events and two boys’ events – at the state track and field meet May 18-20 at Drake Stadium in Des Moines. The Rams traveled to Ida Grove Thursday for a Class 2A qualifying meet that included teams from Central Decatur, Dike-New Hartford, Monticello, Osage, Shelton, Tipton, Van Meter, and…
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Capitol Roundup
The food freedom year in Iowa ~by State Senator Jesse Green May 12, 2023 This year has had many big pieces of legislation get signed into law. As a result, there are some other issues that did not get much coverage. I was really proud of some of the “food freedom” laws passed this year that will give Iowans more…
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending May 12
In Greene County district court Eric Christopher Rosenow, 39, of Jefferson was sentenced May 11 to five years in prison after he changed his plea to guilty to a charge of possession of methamphetamine- third or subsequent offense. The prison term was suspended and he was placed on probation to the Iowa Department of Corrections for three years. He must…
Read MoreGreene County magistrate court, week ending May 12
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered against McKinley Neal Robbins of Scranton on a charge of possession of alcohol on school property or at school function. He was fined $105 with a $15.75 surcharge. Court costs were $60. A case was initiated against Megan Diane Miller of Rockwell City on a charge of interference with official acts.
Read MoreLetter to the editor – J. Brunow re: gun safety
To the editor, I begin an unpleasant discussion. Shootings are increasing. The murders resulting are increasing. Not enough is being done at the national or state level to prevent these murders and serious injuries. It is time to begin a discussion of local action for prevention. I cringe when I hear “The solution to bad people with guns are good people with guns”,…
Read More144 CHI funds 25 improvement projects
The 144 CHI board of directors announced this week the receipt of 34 housing improvement applications, 25 of which were awarded funding. The applications are for exterior improvements to houses in communities along the Highway 144 corridor stretching from Rippey to Grand Junction, Dana, and Paton. The awards total $22,980, with matching funds bringing the total economic impact to…
Read MorePeoples Bank closing Rippey branch, opening new branch in Boone
Peoples Bank made two announcements recently in regard to their bank offices. The bank told its customers last week that the Rippey branch office will be closing July 31. This week the bank announced their plans to build a new branch office in Boone. Customers of the Rippey branch will be integrated into the other branch offices which include Grand…
Read MoreRam boys soccer team runs spring record to 10-3
The Greene County boys soccer team went 2-2 in action last week to set their season mark at 10-3. Monday, May 1, PCM was no contest for the Rams as they jumped out to an 8-0 lead at half time, cruising to the 9-0 victory. “We played a lot of subs second half,” said coach Carl Behne. Gesser Gutierres topped…
Read MoreRam boys T & F fourth in HOIAC meet
The Greene County boys track and field team competed in two meets last week: Monday, May 1, at North Polk and Thursday in the HOIAC event. “The Greene County boys ran in the Heart of Iowa Activities Conference track meet. We had four first place winners and many other PR’s. We were very competitive and it was a beautiful night…
Read MoreRam girls win first soccer game for the season
The Greene County girls soccer team picked up its first victory of the season last week. The team has a 1-9 record this season. Greene County lost to Kuemper Catholic 10-0 on May 4. Saturday, May 6, at Creston, the Rams won their first match of the season with a 4-3 victory over the host school. The second match was…
Read MoreRippey library news
Website: www.rippey.lib.ia.us | E-mail: rippeyli@windstream.net | Online catalog: https://www.rippey.lib.ia.us/ Hours: Sunday and Monday, closed. Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 2-5 pm. Wednesday 2-6 pm. Saturday: 9 -11 am. Library Happenings STEAM PETTING ZOO – Thursday, May 11, and Friday, May 12, during library hours Storytime Tuesdays – (Crafts available all week) 4:15-5:15 pm May 16: Bicycles May 23: Memorial Day theme May 30: Beach Tween/Teen…
Read MoreRippey alumni and Friends of Rippey School to meet May 27
The Rippey Alumni meeting will be held at the United Methodist Church in Rippey on Saturday, May 27. The meal will be served at 12 noon by the Rippey Methodist Church kitchen crew. The meal is always delicious and will cost $12. Please pay at the door rather than sending money in advance. Reservations are necessary and should be made…
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