The Greene County 4-H communications contest, a prologue to the county fair, was held Tuesday, June 13, at the Greene County Extension & Outreach office. Five exhibitors competed in the event, which was judged by Mary Johnson of Ankeny. The contest was coordinated by communications superintendent Yvette Bardole.
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Supper, band concert to raise funds for Rippey ball field
Summer is coming to Rippey on Saturday evening, June 24. A summer picnic will be served in the Rippey Community Building hosted by the family of the late Velda DeMoss. Her children and grandchildren and even some greats- are providing sandwiches, bars, chips, and beverages for a free will donation.
Read MoreMusic and ice cream at Methodist Church June 25
The First United Methodist Church in Jefferson will host an afternoon of music followed by an ice cream social Sunday, June 25, at the church at 307 S. Wilson. The music begins at 4 pm with a varied program that includes vocalists, guitar and violin music, piano and organ, the Methodist church choir and the Greene County Singers.
Read MoreIncreased traffic enforcement on 4th of July holiday
The Jefferson police department and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau remind all to “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over”. The Fourth of July is cause for celebration. Unfortunately, celebrating too often includes misuse of alcohol which may lead to drunk driving. Because the high fatality rate over recent Fourth of July holidays there will be additional law enforcement on Iowa’s…
Read MoreGreene Group tells June dates
The GREENE Group will hold a networking event Tuesday, June 20, from 5 to 7 pm on the patio at Casa de Oro in Jefferson. A personal/professional development event is slated for Wednesday, June 28, from 12 to 1 pm on the patio at Hy-Vee Market Grille in Jefferson.
Read MorePlenty of fun in Churdan on Saturday
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.
Read MoreGreenbrier 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…
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