Registrations are now being accepted for Greene County Youth Ram Football for students in grades 3, 4, 5, or 6 for the 2018-19 school year. All registration must be done online by May 20. Third and fourth graders will work on fundamentals and play flag football. Fifth and sixth graders will play modified tackle football with games on Sunday in…
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Genealogy Society meets Saturday
The Greene County Genealogy Society will meet Saturday, May 5, at 10 am in the meeting room of the Jefferson public library. It is handicapped accessible. The program will consist of members bringing past county fair exhibits or possible exhibits that will be taken to the fair this summer.
Read MoreBlood drive in Churdan Friday, Jeff on Tuesday
LifeServe Blood Center reminds area residents to “turn up to save lives” at upcoming community blood drives. The Paton-Churdan chapter of National Honor Society will host a blood drive Friday, May 4, from 1 to 6 pm at the school in Churdan. Community members are welcome to participate.
Read MoreNaig encourages Iowans to help celebrate Soil & Water Conservation Week
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig on Monday highlighted Soil and Water Conservation Week, which runs from April 29 to May 6, and encouraged Iowans to consider things they can do to help protect our state’s soil and improve water quality. Naig planned to participate in events across Iowa to highlight the important conservation practices placed on Iowa’s landscape and…
Read MoreJefferson Rotary Club tells distribution of auction proceeds
The Rotary Club of Jefferson has awarded $28,688 in community grants from the proceeds of its 2017 charity dinner and auction, held last November at the Greene Room at Wild Rose Casino. All told, $42,429 was disbursed to projects in Greene County and around the world.
Read MoreJefferson Matters says ‘think OUTSIDE the box’
It is finally spring, and the Design Committee of Jefferson Matters: Main Street encourages downtown businesses to “Think OUTSIDE the Box” with decorations outside the front door. A Business After Hours event will be held on Monday, April 30 at 5:15 pm at the Elks lodge in Jefferson. “An attractive entrance can entice customers to come and see what is…
Read MoreAbundant Life plans ‘A Heart for Honduras’ fundraiser
All are invited to a dinner theatre fundraiser hosted by members of Abundant Life Ministries Saturday, May 5, at the church’s Redemption Center at 1308 W. Lincoln Way in Jefferson. The evening will begin at 6:30 pm with appetizers, dinner, and a selection of desserts. After dinner, the audience will enjoy a comedy/mystery drama called “Café Murder,” performed by ALM…
Read MoreGoodwill trailer in Jefferson April 26 – May 3
The Goodwill trailer will be located in Jefferson from April 26 through May 3. It will be parked at the First United Methodist Church, 307 S Wilson. Donations of good, clean usable clothing, shoes, housewares and small furniture; books, CDs and videos; collectibles, usable toys, electronics in working condition and computer accessories are welcome.
Read MoreScranton planning for RAGBRAI July 23
More volunteers needed The Scranton community is making plans for the invasion of 10,000-plus bicyclists when RAGBRAI® (Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa) travels through the area on Monday, July 23. Scranton will be the last stop before the bikers arrive in Jefferson where they will stay overnight.
Read MoreTanner Taylor to perform in Jefferson
Professional jazz pianist Tanner Taylor will return to Jefferson as a special guest Friday and Saturday, April 27 and 28, at Prairie Blue Creative Arts in Jefferson “SIRENS” featuring vocalists Jenny Wailes, Jamie Friess-Leggitt, Angie Gingery, and Nicole Friess-Schilling. The evening of song will showcase popular Broadway music and jazz. Taylor studied under Jack Oatts and Manhattan School of Music’s…
Read MoreScranton council works on RAGBRAI fees, regulations
The Scranton city council approved several items relating to the upcoming visit by the bicyclists on RAGBRAI®. The council took action at its April 10 meeting. A resolution that set the fees, locations and regulations for vendors on July 23 during the RAGBRAI pass through was unanimously approved. Preliminary approval was given to the plans for Wine on Wheels and…
Read More‘Spend Smart. Eat Smart.’ slated for May 15
Postponed from April 24 Iowans can eat healthy and stick to a tight grocery budget. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s “Spend Smart. Eat Smart.” program is a great resource for households with this goal.
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