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…
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Greene 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…
Read MoreNew behavioral health specialist coming to Greene County Medical Center
Residents in Greene County and the surrounding rural communities will soon have expanded access to compassionate, personalized behavioral health care with the addition of Nancy Olson, a licensed master social worker (LMSW) at Greene County Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Clinic. Olson brings with her decades of diverse experience in mental health care, from large urban systems to deeply rural communities, along…
Read MoreDoes up their scholarships to $1,000 each
The Jefferson Does organization has increased their scholarships to $1,000. The Does annually offer two $1,000 scholarships to Greene County High School seniors – one to a female student and one to a male student. “Because of the generosity of the public to support our fundraisers, we are able to increase our scholarships to $1,000 this year. This is just…
Read MoreSecond scholarship presented by P.E.O. Chapter CZ
Chapter CZ of P.E.O. awarded a scholarship for 2025 to Danille Curtis of Gowrie recently. Curtis, a Simpson College and Paton-Churdan High School graduate, works full time as the Iowa director at Midwest Mission in Jefferson. The $500 local scholarship will be utilized by Curtis to help obtain her master’s degree in philanthropy and non-profit development from University of Northern…
Read MoreNew Opportunities using media campaign to warn about the dangers of fentanyl
New Opportunities prevention specialists have been working hard to raise awareness of the dangers of opioids. One of those opioids is illicit fentanyl. Most people have heard of fentanyl, but they may not understand how dangerous of a threat it poses to them. Fentanyl is a powerful opioid that is medically approved to relieve pain. When prescribed and closely monitored by…
Read MoreA journey of resilience
A story of hope and healing at Greene County Medical Center Dave Wilson’s story is not just one of survival. It’s a testament to the strength of community, the power of cutting-edge care and the unbreakable bonds of family. After battling personal loss and a life-changing diagnosis, Dave found hope again, all thanks to the team at Greene County Medical Center.…
Read MoreMass, lunch March 15 at St Patrick historic church
The tradition of Sunday mass at St Patrick historic church to mark St Patrick’s Day continues. Mass will be celebrated Sunday, March 15, at 10:30 am, followed by a luncheon in the church basement. The menu features pork loin, calico beans, corn, macaroni and cheese, rolls, and brownies served with ice cream. A free will donation will be accepted for…
Read MoreSt Patrick’s Day luncheon at the Elks lodge
The Jefferson Does and Elks will serve a St Patrick’s Day luncheon Tuesday, March 17, from 11 am to 1 pm at the Elks lodge. Tickets are available in advance from any Doe or at the lodge, 103 W. Harrison St, for $10 each. Tickets will be available at the door for $12 each. Lunch will be dine-in or carry-out.…
Read MoreNominations open for DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses
There are moments in health care that stay with you forever. A nurse who held your hand when you were afraid. A reassuring voice at 2 am when the diagnosis felt overwhelming. A quiet act of kindness a family will never forget. At Greene County Medical Center, those moments happen every day. This spring, patients, families and colleagues have the opportunity to…
Read MoreGreiner named inaugural SEIBA Outstanding Young Teacher Award recipient
Ryan Greiner Named Inaugural SEIBA Outstanding Young Teacher Award Recipient Ryan Greiner, 5–12 band director at Mediapolis Community Schools, has been named the inaugural recipient of the Southeast Iowa Bandmasters Association (SEIBA) Outstanding Young Teacher Award. Members of the Southeast District selected Greiner for the honor in recognition of his exceptional accomplishments as an educator with three to seven years…
Read MoreLearn to Hunt program opens registration for wild turkey workshop
DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering workshops around the state to teach the skills needed to hunt, field dress and cook wild turkey to participants who have little to no wild turkey hunting experience. The workshops will be offered in Council Bluffs, Indianola, Massena, Marble Rock, Sioux City, Solon and Vinton from mid-March through…
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