After more than 43 years serving members of our local communities, Greene County Public Health director Becky Wolf (pictured with Dr Thomas Fagg) retired at the end of 2024. Though she has seen many changes, both in technology and medical advancements, she is most proud of her team, the programs they have spearheaded and the way they truly care. “I can’t…
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Greene County senior advances in Legion oratory contest
Payton Wadsworth was awarded second place in the 2024 American Legion 8th District High School Oratorical Contest. The speech contest was held Dec. 29 at the Des Moines Area Community College Campus in Carroll. Both the second and first place winners will compete at the next level Jan. 12. Payton, a senior at Greene County High School, received a $500 check along with…
Read More21st Century Rehab offers free assessments
It is not at all unusual for people to make New Year’s resolutions that center on improving their health, but statistics show that many of these are abandoned within the first couple of weeks of January and the majority by the end of the month. The key reason people fail to follow through is a lack of planning. “If your…
Read MoreWinners told in American Legion essay contest
American Legion Post 11 announced winners in the 2024-25 American Legion Flag Essay contest for fifth graders. The purpose of the state-wide contest is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation for the US flag on the part of elementary students. They gain an understanding of flag etiquette and respect for the flag. The contest is coordinated locally by fifth…
Read MoreChurdan library slates Christmas activities for Saturday
The Churdan public library will host an open house Saturday, Dec. 21, from 10 am to 12 pm. Activities will include craft stations, games, and a hot cocoa bar. Final bids will be made on silent auction items. Santa will arrive at noon to hear requests from children of all ages. The annual Lions Club drawing will take place at…
Read MoreBeta Tau Delta helps Santa
It wasn’t quite Santa’s sleigh, but Debbie Wills’ car trunk was filled with toys for children, donated by members of Beta Tau Delta for the annual Toys for Greene County Kids, coordinated by Teresa Lansman. A drop off place for new, unwrapped toys was the county engineer’s office in the Greene County courthouse, assisted by “elf” Sherry Graven, employed by…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation gives tips on charitable giving from an IRA
The Greene County Community Foundation has launched its annual campaign to continue funding its endowment. This endowment allows nonprofit organizations to apply for grants to support projects that benefit the community. Since 2005, numerous projects in Greene County have been funded, and the GCCF endowment provides the necessary financial resources to turn these visionary projects into reality. As many nonprofit…
Read MoreExtension plans Ag Coffee for Dec. 13
Greene County Extension & Outreach is hosting a series of Ag Coffee events, bringing farmers and other agricultural professionals together for an informal discussion on current Ag topics. The first ag coffee program is slated for Friday, Dec. 13, from 9:30 to 11 am, at the Greene County Extension office meeting room. December’s topic will be the market outlook, presented…
Read MoreCataract surgeries at Greene County Medical Center
Dr Steven Anderson with Wolfe Eye Clinic of Ames will perform cataract surgeries at Greene County Medical Center over the course of the next several months.“The previous Wolfe Eye Clinic cataract surgeon who served patients at Greene County Medical Center relocated to another state earlier this year,” explained Greene County Medical Center chief medical officer Dr Laurie Connolly. “We are…
Read MoreConcert, open house at St Pat’s
All Strings Attached of Carroll will perform Sunday, Dec. 1, at 3 pm at St Patrick historic church, 449 E Ave, Churdan. The concert will be preceded by an open house at the church at 2 pm. All are welcome.
Read MoreHistorical Society plans annual meeting, holiday lunch
The Greene County Historical Society will hold its annual meeting and holiday lunch Friday, Dec. 6, at noon at the Greenewood Center, 401 W. Greenewood Rd, in Jefferson. Greene County High School music students led by band director Wes Anderson will provide entertainment. Following lunch, four new Historical Society board members will be announced at the annual meeting, which will…
Read MoreGenealogy Society to meet Dec. 7
The Greene County Iowa Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10 am in the handicap accessible basement meeting room at the Jefferson public library. Shirley Haupert will be present to explain the operation and needs of the Action Resource Center (ARC – food pantry). All members are encouraged to bring non-perishable items to the meeting as a donation…
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