The Churdan fire department and the Churdan public library are teaming up to host Churdan Day Saturday, June 17, as a fundraiser in conjunction with the Paton-Churdan all-school reunion. All events will be based at the Churdan city park with the exception of the library open house and the beer garden/DJ.
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Greenbrier Church to mark building’s 125th year
All members, past and present, and friends of Greenbrier Church are invited to celebrate the church’s 125th year Sunday, June 25. The church will have its regular worship service at 9 am, with a presentation by the Carol (Deal) Eilers at 10 am about their mission trip to Africa. A picnic dinner will be served at noon, with the church…
Read MoreAg drainage options topic of luncheon meeting
Conservation Districts of Iowa and Greene County Soil and Water Conservation District invite area crop producers and land owners to hear about conservation drainage options Wednesday, June 28, from 10 am to 1 pm at the Owens Barn, 3774 Jennings Ave, near Lake City.
Read MoreWinners told in Ding Dong Dash
The Ding Dong Dash, a Bell Tower Festival favorite hosted by the Jefferson park and recreation department, was dominated by persons younger than the festival, which was in its 37th edition. The fastest time in the 5K race was 19:11, posted by Logan Egeland in the males ages 19-29 division. Second fastest time was Will Stevens’ 21:59. Stevens ran in…
Read MoreFamilies dominate in annual spelling bee
The competition was fierce but friendly at the Greene County Historical Society’s annual spelling bee held Saturday as part of the Bell Tower Festival. A total of 16 spellers competed.
Read MoreNearly 80 youngsters at Scranton’s Fishing Day
~by Ashley Squibb On a bright sunny Saturday, June 3, the sixth annual Scranton Kids Fishing Day began with excitement. Youngsters and their parents began to arrive and the fishing spots filled up fast. A picnic lunch was served and kids were eager to listen to the guest speakers. Dan Towers, Greene County conservation board and Dan Pauley, Greene and…
Read MoreElks to hold Flag Day ceremony Wednesday
The public is invited to the Elks’ Flag Day ceremony Wednesday, June 14 at 7 pm at the lodge at 103 W. Harrison St in Jefferson. The Elks will perform their prescribed Flag Day ritual. Also, Cade Silbaugh of Jefferson will read his essay on Americanism. Cade placed first in the local competition and third in the boys division of…
Read MoreFree financial planning class June 19 & 26
Registration deadline is June 12 Life is not about money – but how you deal with money has a huge impact on your quality of life, your family’s life, and the life of your community. ISU Extension & Outreach – Greene County presents Your Money, Your Future, a program to help participants get more for their money and save money…
Read MoreZoo ‘show-and-tell’ Wednesday and Friday
Children and adults are invited to a “show-and-tell” by the Blank Park Zoo. “Every Animal Has a Story to Tell” will be presented Wednesday, June 7, at 10 am at the Grand Junction public library; at 11:30 am at the Churdan public library; and at 1 pm at the H.F. & Maude E. Marchant Memorial Library in Scranton.
Read MoreDesign workshop in Scranton Thursday
Share ideas for improving Scranton Scranton residents can share their ideas for improving Scranton at a design workshop hosted by the Scranton visioning committee at Scranton city hall Thursday, June 8. This workshop is the culmination of an input-gathering process to identify transportation needs and opportunities for enhancements in Scranton. Information collected at public input gathering events conducted earlier this…
Read MoreCommunity blood drives in GJ, Jefferson
LifeServe Blood Center is once again offering special incentives for blood donors during the summer months. Hats, sweatshirts and a new summer superhero T-shirt are available for donors in LifeServe’s online store. The summer superhero T-shirt is back by popular demand. The Mighty Donor T-shirt, modeled after the Mighty Thor, became available June 1.
Read MoreIce cream social in Rippey June 11
Homemade ice cream, pie and sandwiches are the headliners at an ice cream social Sunday, June 11, at the Rippey Methodist Church. Serving will be from 3 to 7 pm. The church hall is handicap accessible. All are welcome.
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