A trio of journalists told stories of Greene County journalists they consider to be “legendary” for about 30 persons at a Greene County Historical Society program Sunday afternoon at the museum in Jefferson. Chuck Offenburger and Denise O’Brien Van, both former Des Moines Register journalists, and Alan Robinson, who worked for New York City magazines before returning to his home…
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Attention grown-ups: It’s time to color
The Churdan public library will host an “after hours” adult coloring party Monday, Oct. 26, at 6:30 pm at the library. Coloring pages and a limited number of colored pencils available, but participants are welcome to bring their own favorite “colors.” “Relax, de-stress and enjoy the latest craze with us,” a library spokesperson said.
Read MoreNew rules for Scranton’s fall clean-up this Saturday
The city of Scranton has scheduled the fall clean-up for Saturday, Oct. 24, from 6 to 8 a.m. This is only for residents who live in the town of Scranton. Acceptable items must be delivered during this time to the dumpster location at city hall for disposal. Pick-up assistance may be available by contacting city hall at 712-652-3888.
Read MoreAuditions slated for Players’ production of “Annie”
The Community Players of Greene County has announced audition dates for the winter production of the musical “Annie.” Auditions for the children’s roles will be Sunday, Nov. 15, at First Presbyterian Church in Jefferson. Chorus auditions are slated for Monday, Nov. 15, at Greene County High School. Adults interested in specific roles will audition Tuesday, Nov. 17, at First Presbyterian…
Read MoreExtension offering CIC for commercial pesticide applicators
Greene County Extension will host a continuing instructional courses (CIC) for commercial pesticide applicators in October. The course will be held at the Greene County ISU Extension and Outreach office in Jefferson. The training is required to be completed by the end of the year in order to maintain commercial certification with the State of Iowa.
Read MoreRaney to attend nonprofit summit
Peg Raney, program director of Jefferson Matters: Main Street, is an inaugural recipient of a Jude West Memorial Scholarship to attend the Iowa Nonprofit Summit Nov. 9-10 in Ames. Raney will attend the summit on behalf of Jefferson Matters: Main Street, but she also serves on two other non-profit boards, the Bell Tower Community Foundation and Grow Greene County Gaming…
Read MoreWomen Caring for the Land to meet Oct. 29 at Whiterock Conservancy
The health of our soils, the quality of our waters, and the vitality of our rural communities are important topics today and will continue to be important for the future of Iowa. Farmers, landowners, and tenants are talking about what improvements and changes they can do in their farming practices. With women now owning nearly half the farmland in our…
Read MoreIowa Barn Foundation fall tour includes Franklin Township
The Iowa Barn Foundation fall tour Sept. 26-27 brought folks on the gravel roads to appreciate the 90 preserved barns. Mary and Larry Richards of rural Jamaica, Franklin Township, had visitors from Nebraska, Wisconsin and areas of Iowa including Davenport, Slater, Cambridge, Boone, Rockwell City, Auburn, Stratford, Klemme, Ogden, Ankeny, Winterset, Adel, Minburn, Jamaica and Jefferson.
Read MoreCommunity Foundation annual fund drive under way
The Greene County Community Foundation’s annual fall fundraising campaign is in progress. Letters have been mailed to individuals and families who have previously donated as well as others who are known to be strong supporters of Greene County. The Greene County Community Foundation was created in 2005 to provide residents a way they could donate funds to benefit the entire…
Read MoreZombies return for another run
Zombies will make their annual appearance at Daubendiek Park for the Zombie Run, hosted this year by the BIG (Bully in Greene) project and the Jefferson park and recreation department. The zombie-infested adventure race will be full of obstacles to complete and zombies to dodge for boys and girls in grades 4-8. Runners will race to complete the course and…
Read More‘You Had a Plan, But….’ is retirement planning for young adults
Iowa State University Extension’s Retirement: Secure Your Future effort is not aimed just at people within five or 10 years of retirement. A workshop slated for Oct. 26 titled “You Had a Plan, But…” is aimed at persons in the 20s and 30s, encouraging them to take the first step to their future. “Small steps taken today lead to big…
Read MoreDan Gable speaks at Jefferson Fieldhouse
About 75 adults and dozens of young wrestlers heard Coach Dan Gable speak at a grand opening event at the Jefferson Fieldhouse Tuesday evening. Gable was introduced by Power Lift owner Jeff Connor, who shared his recollection of the first wrestling meet held in Jefferson in the “new” high school practice gym in 1966. He also told of wrestling against…
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