Friends and family of 2-year-old Pablo Martinez are planning a benefit chili supper Sunday, Oct. 22, from 4 to 6:30 pm at Clover Hall on the Greene County fairgrounds in Jefferson. All proceeds will help Pablo’s parents, Rafa and Ashley (Nation) Martinez with medical expenses. Pablo has been diagnosed with leukemia and his in Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines.…
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Required training for farmers market vendors coming to Fort Dodge
The Food Safety Team at Iowa State University’s department of food science and human nutrition is hosting trainings in the next several months to help growers prepare for the requirements of the federal Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The FSMA applies to most farmers market vendors. The FSMA’s produce safety rule establishes science-based minimum standards for the safe growing, harvesting,…
Read MoreThank a fire fighter during Fire Prevention Week
National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 8 – 14, is a good time for families to walk through their home and check for fire hazards, and it’s a good time to salute the volunteer fire fighters who respond to fires and other emergencies in Greene County.
Read MoreFFA livestock judging team competes in Cedar Rapids
A livestock judging team from the Greene County FFA chapter competed at the Linn-Mar livestock judging competition held at Kirkwood Community College Oct. 9. Izzy Bravard finished the highest of the ream with a score of 368 out of 400 points. Behind her were Daniel Gehling, Chance Peterson, and Kayla Muir. The team finished in 33rd place among 78 teams.
Read More4-H for grown-ups continues with Wine and Cheese 101
The sometimes difficult question of “what goes with what” is the topic of Wine and Cheese 101, hosted by ISU Extension & Outreach – Greene County and Jefferson Hy-Vee. The “course” will offer adults a fun evening learning the basics of pairings and enjoying samples.
Read MoreVocal music concert next Tuesday
The Greene County High School vocal music department will present a concert Tuesday, Oct 17, at 7:30 pm in the high school auditorium. The public is cordially invited. “Students see the process come to a finishing point as they perfect their work and present it to an audience,” said director Dave Heupel.
Read MoreCongressional candidate Scholten coming to Jefferson
J. D. Scholten, Democratic candidate for U. S. Representative from Iowa’s 4th District, will be in Jefferson to speak and meet with members of the community Tuesday, Oct. 24, at 7 pm, at the ISU Extension office at 104 W. Washington St. Scholten, of Sioux City, is a litigation paralegal specializing in Intellectual property law and a former professional minor…
Read MoreExtension slates course for women marketing grain
Women in Ag is the agricultural business education program that empowers farm and ranch women who want to be more knowledgeable about their agricultural enterprises. Greene County Extension and Outreach is making Women Marketing Grain available beginning Thursday, Nov. 2. This is an opportunity for women to collaborate with each other on topics of importance to their future in farming.…
Read MoreChocolate Friendzy set for Oct. 21
The second annual Chocolate Friendzy will take place Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Jefferson public library. Beginning at 9 am and going until noon, the Friends of the Library board is welcoming members to come and sample delicious chocolates. New memberships are available at the door for as low as $5 and renewals can also be collected.
Read MoreBabysitting Basics class slated for Oct. 18, Oct. 21
Early registration deadline is Oct. 11 Babysitting Basics, a course for Greene County youngsters in grades 5-8, will be held on Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 18 from 2 to 5 pm and Saturday, Oct. 21, from 8 am to noon at the Greene County Extension office in Jefferson. Participants must attend both sessions in order to be certified. Cost is $25…
Read More4-H Awards Day set for Oct. 15
Re-enrollments due Nov. 15 Greene County 4-H members and volunteers will be recognized for their achievements and contributions at the annual Greene County 4-H Awards Ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, Oct.15, at John 15 Vineyard, near Scranton. The public is welcome to attend.
Read MoreHosts told for October Java & Juice gatherings
Jefferson Matters: Main Street invites the public to attend the October Java & Juice in Jefferson’s Main Street district. Coffee, juice, and a treat start at 9:30 am. At 9:45, Main Street volunteers introduce the owner who in turn shares info about staff, services provided or a background of the business.
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