The Greene County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, June 3, at 10 am in the basement meeting room of the Jefferson public library. Shirley Ross will tell of her “family lynching,” which some have said is “quite a story.” Guests are always welcome. The meeting room is handicap accessible.
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Trinity Lutheran Church hosting VBS June 11-15
Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson is hosting vacation Bible school for youngsters 3 years of age to fifth graders June 11-15. The theme is VBS 2017 is a victory celebration.
Read MoreFunds available for new conservation practices
Greene County Soil and Water Conservation District has announced that funding will be available for local farmers and landowners to assist in the installation of conservation practices through the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) cost-share program.
Read MoreMemorial Day observances told
Americans will pause to remember the brave men and women who have given their lives in defense of our nation, from the Revolutionary War to the worldwide war on terrorism on Memorial Day, May 29. Observances are scheduled around the county as follows:
Read MoreJefferson pool opens Saturday
Jump into summer! The Jefferson municipal swimming pool opens for the season this Saturday, May 27. Free day passes are available for Saturday to celebrate Beta Tau Delta’s 100th anniversary. Call the Greene County Community Center at 515-386-3412 for more information. Regular hours at the pool will be unchanged from recent years, with an adult lap swim from 11:30 am…
Read MoreElementary track meet is May 30
The Greene County Elementary track meet for students in grades 2-3 is scheduled for Tuesday, May 30, starting at 12:30 pm at Linduska Field at the high school. The rain date is Thursday, June 1.
Read MoreStudents finish work on sweet project
The Greene County High School art class, with help from a few other students, have completed their facelift on Twiins Shoppe. They met to finish the project Monday, just a little behind schedule because of the rainy weather last week. Twiins Shoppe owner Doug Meinecke treated the students to pizza for their efforts.
Read MoreMiddle school to honor Class of 2021 with eighth grade graduation
Greene County Middle School will hold an eighth grade graduation ceremony Thursday, June 1, at 2 pm at the school gymnasium. The program will last about an hour with a reception for the Class of 2021 and their families afterward. The public is invited to attend.
Read MoreRegister by Friday for Scranton Kids Fishing Day
The registration deadline for the sixth annual Scranton Kids Fishing Day is Friday, May 26. Registration sheets are available at the Marchant Memorial Library and Peoples Trust & Savings Bank in Scranton. on Saturday, June 3. Sign up sheets are available now at the Marchant Memorial Library and Peoples Trust and Savings Bank in Scranton. Contact Ashley Squibb for more…
Read MoreMichael Kennedy featured at Community Conversations
Community Conversations in June will feature actor and singer Michael Kennedy of the Greene County Class of 2017. Kennedy will perform several songs and talk about his future plans at the American Academy for Performing Arts in New York City. “Come, enjoy and encourage this talented young man,” said Lois Rae Brant, coordinator of the Community Conversations. Community Conversations will…
Read MoreDIY garden vase workshop slate for June 3
Persons who want to learn to create beautiful summer arrangements from flowers in their garden can learn how at an upcoming Extension workshop. At DIY Garden Vase on Thursday, June 15, Bonnie Silbaugh of Fudge’s Flowers will demonstrate how to create a display that’s “uniquely you”.
Read MoreFunds available for conservation practices
Greene County Soil and Water Conservation District announced May 18 that funding will be available for local farmers and landowners to assist in the installation of conservation practices through the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) cost-share program. Interested farmers and landowners should contact the Greene County district office by calling 515-386-3817 Ext. 3.
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