Nearby Ledges state park in Boone County and Springbrook state park in Guthrie County are among the 27 Iowa state parks to host First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day. Hikers can expect to be surrounded by the quiet beauty of nature in winter and experience spectacular views, beautiful settings and the cultural treasures offered by Iowa’s state parks, according…
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Tree of Heroes honors current military and veterans
The Jefferson VFW auxiliary has put up its 14th annual Tree of Heroes in the south lobby of the courthouse. The auxiliary makes stars with information about any veteran the contributor would like to honor, listing name, branch of service, etc.
Read MoreFoodSafe class in Jefferson Jan. 16
Registration deadline is Dec. 26 Keep food safe and protecting against the costly nightmare of a foodborne-illness outbreak are vitally important to food service establishments.
Read MoreFree income tax prep available through Extension
Appointments accepted Jan. 8 Low and moderate income families are eligible for free tax preparation services in February, thanks to a volunteer service coordinated by Greene County Extension.
Read MoreFFA has busy December
The Horn of Plenty FFA chapter at Greene County High School recently donated an assortment of fruit to the Greene County Christian Action Resource Center food pantry. According to chapter adviser Katie Akers, the members have “a strong heart for service to others.”
Read MoreExtension plans ‘lunch and learn’ in Greene Living series
Area residents are invited to start the New Year off right with “Healthy Eating Simply,” Greene County Extension’s next offering in the Greene Living Series, on Tuesday, Jan. 9 from 12 to 1:30 pm.
Read MoreElks continuing Christmas dinner tradition
Jefferson Elks Lodge 2306 is taking reservations now for the annual Christmas Day dinner, to be served Dec. 25 at 4 pm at the lodge, 103 W. Harrison St. The dinner is for all those who wish to attend, and particularly those who have no one to have dinner with on Christmas Day. The dinner will be followed by Bingo…
Read MoreNativity Festival celebrates successes of Habitat for Humanity
The sixth annual Nativity Festival Sunday was a celebration of a successful year for the Heart of Iowa Habitat for Humanity and also a fundraiser that added $8,869 to Habitat’s coffers. The event was held on the main level of First United Methodist Church in Jefferson. Dozens of nativity sets of all sizes, material and style were displayed in the…
Read MoreA day of fun in Churdan Saturday
Area residents are invited to take a break from the Christmas rush and enjoy a trip back in time at an open house Saturday, Dec. 16, from 9 am to noon at the vintage Martin House, located at the corner of Jay and Head Sts in Churdan. Every room in the house, including the attic, is decorated for the holiday…
Read MoreExtension tells 2018 manure applicator trainings
Commercial manure applicators should plan to attend the commercial manure applicator training program scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018, from 9 am to noon.
Read MoreTis the season to be jolly
New Opportunities wants everyone to have a safe and fun holiday season! It is easy to misjudge the effects of alcohol and its duration. With fun and conversation we can lose track of how much we have consumed. Here are a few tips to help keep your holiday parties safe:
Read MoreDessert concert Monday, Dec. 11
Greene County High School music department will present its annual dessert concert Monday, Dec. 11, at the middle school gym. Doors will open for dessert and to begin bidding on silent auction items at 6:45 pm. The music will begin at 7:30. The concert band, concert choir and treble choir will perform, and the Jazzatonics will sing carols. Items for…
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