There were almost as many cameras as vehicles when the Lincoln Highway Association’s Henry B. Joy Tour came through Greene County Tuesday. Although there were more than 50 cars on the tour, some drivers bypassed Grand Junction, Jefferson and Scranton and stayed on Highway 30 instead. Those who stayed on the old Lincoln Highway graciously allowed their cars to be…
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Jefferson Matters plans community yard sale, Social Media Social
Jefferson Matters: Main Street is planning a pair of events — one for all area residents, and one primarily for businesses. Jefferson Matters is coordinating a yard sale on the courthouse lawn Saturday, July 11, from 7:30 am to noon. Vendors and direct sales reps are welcome, along with anyone who has items for sale at yard sale prices. There…
Read MoreOrientation slated for HS equivalency diploma program
Area residents who are 16 years or older (and not attending school) who have not completed a high school degree are encouraged to be part of the high school equivalency diploma (HSED) program conducted by Iowa Central Community College. Participants in the program will prepare for computer based HiSET testing to receive a HSED from the Iowa Department of Education.…
Read MoreScranton Betterment plans swim bus
The Scranton Betterment Committee is once again sponsoring the swim bus taking youngsters to the Jefferson pool this summer. The bus will travel on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning July 7 and continuing through Aug. 13.
Read MoreCelebrate the Fourth of July in Yale
(Editor’s note: A fireworks display is scheduled at dusk on the Fourth of July at the Greene County Fairgrounds, but there are no other special holiday celebrations planned. The Scranton Journal provides the following listing of activities in Yale, a town that goes all-out for the Fourth of July.) The Yale Community Club has planned another big celebration for Independence…
Read MoreFourth of July weekend looking good for state park visitors
Iowa state parks are gearing up for the Fourth of July weekend and are ready to welcome thousands of campers, cabin renters, picnickers and outdoor enthusiasts. The weather forecast for most of the state and weekend is favoring plenty of outdoor activity. “State Parks are great destinations for these major summer holidays,” says Todd Coffelt, DNR state parks bureau chief.…
Read MoreBardole, Rinehart on ballot for IA Soybean Assoc board
A pair of local farmers seek to contribute their experience to improve the competitiveness of Iowa soybeans. At Large candidates Tim Bardole of Rippey and Greg Rinehart of Boone are running for the Iowa Soybean Association board of directors.
Read MoreRed Cross offers tips for holiday safety
DES MOINES — It’s almost time for the long Fourth of July weekend and many Iowans will spend part of their holiday at a backyard or community pool, traveling, firing up the backyard grill or enjoying fireworks. The American Red Cross offers a series of steps everyone can follow to safely enjoy the holiday weekend.
Read MoreAnother successful Scranton alumni reunion enjoyed by grads, friends
Roughly 500 Scranton High School graduates, staff members and friends registered for the all school reunion held Saturday evening in the Scranton Community Center. The former school building was comfortably cool thanks to the air conditioning installed in the past couple of years.
Read MoreWild Rose Jefferson slates job fair this Saturday
Wild Rose Jefferson will host a special job fair Saturday, June 27, from 9 am to noon at the Wild Rose transitional office at 300 Microsoy Drive, east of Highway 4 and Fareway in Jefferson. The job fair will focus on filling table games dealer and slot player customer service positions as well as food and beverage and event staff.
Read MoreSpecial sale Wednesday at the Gift Garden
All members of the community are invited to take advantage of a one-day sale at the Gift Garden at Greene County Medical Center Wednesday, June 24. All items, including Fourth of July décor, will be 30 percent off. “Now is your chance to get that decoration, scarf, purse, jewelry or gift you have been waiting for,” a spokesperson said. (Pop,…
Read MoreMusic with the Old Guy at Tuesday’s farmers market
The June 23 farmers market in Jefferson will feature not only locally grown produce, baked goods and crafts, but live music shared by DEVELOPMENT ROCKS with the Old Guy, also known as Greene County Development Corp executive director Ken Paxton. Paxton was an occasional guest at last summer’s markets, setting up in the shade on the southeast corner of the…
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