The Churdan library will welcome two women who will tell a memorable story of “A Special Gift of a Lifetime” Monday, July 11, at 1:30 pm. Alissa Massner and Kris Kaufman will tell stories of organ donation from two different perspectives. Kaufman, who lives in Farnhamville, received the liver of Massner’s son. Both will tell their stories.
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Juggling, unicycle tricks entertain area youngsters
The Hanson Family entertained children of all ages all over Greene County the past two weeks. Their performance in Rippey, Grand Junction, Paton, Churdan, Scranton and Jefferson were hosted by the local libraries and paid for by the Greene County board of supervisors. Children were encouraged “to laugh at the funny stuff and clap at the amazing stuff,” and challenged…
Read MoreNEW Cooperative supports 4-H
Once again, the NEW Cooperative Foundation has shown its commitment to supporting local 4-H youngsters. Recently, the Foundation donated a total of about $40,000 to area 4-H clubs.
Read MoreIncreased E.coli cases in Carroll County
Greene County residents who travel to Carroll County for pleasure or business are alerted that Carroll County Public Health is currently investigating a cluster of cases of E.coli infections in that county. This investigation is part of the routine and continuous disease monitoring conducted by county health agencies on a daily basis.
Read MoreScranton Children’s Fishing Day fun for all
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal June 4 brought beautiful weather for the fifth annual Scranton Kids Day Event. The turnout was an enormous success as roughly 175 youngsters and their parents brought their tackle and their appetite and enjoyed the day.
Read MoreDeadline near for Greene County Quilt Show
Plans are in full swing for the Greene County Quilt Show Aug. 5-7 at Clover Hall on the Greene County Fairgrounds. Vendors, demonstrators, concessions, and quilt racks are accounted for. What is still needed is quilts. All area quilters are reminded that the deadline for entering quilts is Saturday, July 2 (postmark).
Read MoreMusic and an ice cream social at the Methodist Church Sunday
The First United Methodist Church in Jefferson will host an afternoon of music followed by an ice cream social Sunday, June 26, at the church at 307 S. Wilson.
Read MoreMusic and art at Prairie Blue
Singer/songwriter Phil Lee will perform at Prairie Blue Creative Arts Saturday, June 25, at 8 pm. As a “house concert,” attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks and beverages, and a hat will be passed for the musician. Lee’s CD, Some Gotta Lose (Paookaville) will be available for purchase. Persons who want more information about the performance or to…
Read MoreNew computers update services at the Marchant Library in Scranton
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal The H.F. and Maude E. Marchant Memorial Library of Scranton recently updated its computers and software to provide better service to the community. Shown at four of the new machines are (from left) trustees Chantel Kirk (vice president), Bill Scrivner, Jan Morlan (secretary), and Dave Dideriksen (president) with director Sheryl Hoyt.
Read MoreMini grants available for downtown façade fix-ups
The design committee of Jefferson Matters: Main Street reminds building owners in the Main Street district that mini grants of up to $250 are available for building improvements. The purpose of the grants is to improve the historic exterior appearance of the buildings. Eligible projects to be considered for funding include paint, tuck-pointing, replacement of windows and doors, and removal…
Read MoreAppliance cycling in effect this afternoon for Alliant customers
Alliant Energy customers south of Highway 20 and north of Interstate 80 who enrolled for the appliance cycling program will see their air conditioners cycle in 15-minute intervals Thursday, July 21, from 1 to 7 pm. The furnace fan will continue to circulate the cooler, drier air already in the home.
Read MoreSchilling, Petersen to State Fair in Bill Riley Talent Search
Ava Schilling, 10, and David Petersen, 18, were winners in the local Bill Riley Talent Search competition held during FIFTY Fest last Saturday. They are now eligible to compete at the State Fair in August.
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