Marilynn Hoskinson, who attended one, will tell the story ~by Chuck Offenburger for the Greene County Historical Society Sometimes when Marilynn Hoskinson, of Jefferson, thinks back on how she started her education in the “Hardin No. 6” country school, west of Spring Lake Park, she is still amazed at the job that her teacher Miss Liberty Maye Mattson was asked to do.
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Future of St Brigid to be known this weekend
For many Grand Junction residents, it’s not only their school that might be closed, but their church as well. The fate of St Brigid Catholic Church will finally be known this weekend following eight months of uncertainty.
Read MoreNotice: Ghosts, princesses and super heroes in Jefferson Thursday
All area youngsters are invited to Jefferson for Halloween fun this Thursday, Oct. 27. The Halloween trifecta begins with the Jefferson park and recreation department’s come-and-go party at the Greene County Community Center. Registration will begin at 3:45 pm, with the party from 4 to 5 pm. With help from the Greene County High School Interact Club children ages 2…
Read More4-H members, adult volunteers recognized
More than 115 people were present to see Greene County 4-H members, as well as 4-H volunteers and financial sponsors, be recognized during the annual Greene County 4-H awards ceremony held Sunday, Oct. 16, at Deal’s Orchard west of Jefferson. Record books submitted by 4-H members were evaluated by volunteers who decided on the final awards, recognizing outstanding record books…
Read MoreHabitat slates garage sale Oct. 28-29
The Heart of Iowa Habitat for Humanity is holding its first ever garage sale to benefit its home repair program. The sale will be held Friday, Oct. 28, from 4 to 6 pm and Saturday, Oct. 29, from 8 to 11 am at the Habitat office in Jefferson, 114 S. Chestnut St.
Read MoreLots of Socks annual drive in progress
RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program is holding its eighth annual Lots of Socks and More drive Oct. 17-31. Drop boxes are located in libraries, businesses, and churches throughout Jefferson, Rippey, Grand Junction, Scranton, Paton, and Churdan.
Read MoreSpecial evening planned at Ram Restaurant
Students in the hospitality class at Greene County High School invite the community to “An Evening at Ram Restaurant” Saturday, Oct. 29. Along with a three-course dinner that’s nothing like “school food,” diners will be the first to enjoy the new décor at the student-operated Ram Restaurant. The update was paid for with funds received from the Grow Greene County…
Read MoreTickets on sale now for Holiday Tour of Homes
Tickets for the 2016 Jefferson Garden Club’s Holiday Tour of Homes are now on sale. Four Jefferson homes decorated to showcase this year’s theme, Christmas Collections, will be held Saturday, Dec. 3, from noon to 4 pm.
Read MoreCraft, vendor show at GJ Community Center Saturday
The Grand Junction Community Center will be the site of 25 crafters and direct sales vendors for the Grand Junction Fall Craft & Vendor Show this Saturday, Oct. 22. The show ill be open from 10 am to 2 p. Lunch will be served by the Junction Food Producers 4-H club.
Read MoreState treasurer Fitzgerald tours bell tower
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal State treasurer Michael Fitzgerald toured the Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower in Jefferson recently. The tower, originally dedicated in 1966, was awarded Vision Iowa’s Community Attraction and Tourism grant this summer. The grant will allow for the tower’s expansion into a full four-octave, 47-bell carillon.
Read MoreFire Prevention Week, Oct. 9-15
Since 1922, Fire Prevention Week has been observed on the Sunday-Saturday period that includes Oct. 9. According to the National Archives and Records Administration’s Library Information Center, Fire Prevention Week is the longest running public health and observance on record. Why Oct. 9? The Great Chicago Fire began Oct. 8, 1871, but did most of its damage Oct. 9. The…
Read More4-H awards program set for Oct. 16
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. 16, at Deal’s Orchard west of Jefferson. The public is welcome to attend.
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