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Extension aerial applicator CIC now available

The Aerial Applicator Continuing Instruction Course (CIC) for commercial pesticide applicators is now available. The program is provided by the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP). The course will fulfill 2026 continuing instruction requirements for commercial pesticide applicators certified in category 11. Topics covered in the two hour and 45 minute training include personal protective…

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Doug McDermott to be honored by Iowa Central Community College

Iowa Central Community College has announced the 2026 Triton Hall of Fame class, which includes Doug McDermott of Jefferson, longtime Iowa Central board member. The 2026 Triton Hall of Fame banquet will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Triton Café on the Iowa Central campus. The annual event recognizes distinguished alumni, distinguished faculty and staff, Triton humanitarians, Triton athletes…

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Ledges State Park open again

Ledges State Park near Boone fully re-opened Sept. 1 after a month-long road project at the park. Major improvements include parking lot and roadway surfacing, roadside drainage improvements, and parking lot striping. “We’re excited to be open in time for Labor Day weekend and to welcome park visitors for the fall season,” said park manager Andy Bartlett. Autumn is one…

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Genealogical Society to meet Saturday

The Greene County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, Sept. 5, at 10 am in the Jefferson public library basement meeting room. Deb Kucerak will present a program on “Settlement of Australia.” The Society’s reference library is staffed every Saturday from 9 to 11 an and Wednesdays from 1 to 3 pm. It is open during library hours for members and…

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Extension offering 6-week program for family caregivers of adults or children with special health, behavioral needs

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering Powerful Tools for Caregivers, an evidence-based educational program that helps caregivers develop practical skills to reduce stress, improve communication, manage difficult emotions, and prioritize their own well-being while caring for others. This six-week program is designed for family caregivers of adults with chronic conditions and parents or caregivers of children with special…

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Bauer attends Boys State at Camp Dodge

Raymond Bauer, a member of the Greene County Class of 2027, spent a week of his summer at the American Legion Boys State of Iowa at Camp Dodge in Johnston. He was sponsored by American Legion Post 11 of Jefferson. Boys State is a six-day immersive civics camp that provides hands-on experiences in the operation and fundamentals of government, the…

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Camp out storytime at Rippey public library

The Rippey public library hosted a special storytime event Aug. 12 – a camp out! Kids had a great time listening to crickets, playing in tents, eating ‘smores, and gazing at the stars… all indoors. The late-night storytime event happened inside the library. With a sound machine, a star projector, and some tents, the outdoors came inside. Attendees enjoyed two…

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