Regency Park Nursing & Rehab of Jefferson recently hosted its annual potato bar and style show. More than 100 people attended the fun evening. The Greene County High School junior class graciously loaned the use of the Roarin’ 20’s décor that was used to decorate the prom this year. The decorations provided a special atmosphere for this annual event.
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Greene County seniors net $143,000 in local scholarships
Members of the Greene County High School class of 2015 received honor cords, scholarships and applause at the annual Awards Night Tuesday, May 12. Forty-eight students received local scholarships totaling $143,000, and if all other scholarships presented are fully disbursed, they would total $340,000.
Read More‘Meet and greet’ for JM: MS director Raney
The Jefferson Matters: Main Street board president Jamie Daubendiek (left) and the entire board are happy to introduce Peg Raney (right) as the new program director at a “meet and greet” reception this Wednesday, May 20, from 5:15 to 6:30 pm in the courthouse (note change of location). Light refreshments will be served. All are invited and encouraged to attend.
Read MorePaton-Churdan honors graduating seniors
Paton-Churdan graduating seniors were honored at a catered banquet Friday, May 8, at the Paton Community Room. More than 100 persons, including seniors, their parents and family, Paton-Churdan staff and scholarship presenters attended.
Read MoreELC invites all to ‘Tromp the Trail’ at Spring Lake
Greene County Early Learning Center board members invite area residents to “get dirty for a good cause” Sunday, May 24. A “Tromp the Trail” 3K run/walk at Spring Lake Park will cover grass, dirt trails and roads within the park. At least 10 optional obstacles will add an extra element to the family-oriented event.
Read MoreVocal jazz pro works with Greene County students
Greene County High School vocal music students had an opportunity to learn about singing jazz, and particularly improvisation, from one of the leading jazz arrangers in the country. Jeremy Fox spent Monday afternoon at the school working first with the entire choir, and then with the Jazzatonics and students thinking of auditioning for the group next year. Pictured with Fox…
Read MoreEighth graders plant 40 trees, but no maples, on Maple St
Greene County eighth grade science classes left their mark on N. Maple St Tuesday, helping the Jefferson tree committee plant 40 trees that were purchased by the committee through Alliant Energy’s Branching Out program.
Read MoreTime to register for Scranton Fishing Day
It’s time to register youngsters to take part in the Scranton Youth Fishing Day. The event will be held Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 2 pm at the Lost Lagoon, located on the south side of Scranton. Youngsters ages 3 – 17 are invited to participate. Parents or an adult must attend with the child. Volunteers will be…
Read MoreEighth graders are experts on museum exhibits
Eighth graders taught third graders history Monday afternoon at the Greene County Historical Museum. The museum buzzed as young students interacted and asked questions of the older students. Arthur Bardole is pictured telling students about drug stores and soda fountains. Teacher Dave Bohnet has for the past three years involved his students in the activities of the Historical Society. Projects…
Read MorePaton-Churdan offering free summer lunch
Paton Churdan school officials provided the following notice in compliance with the district’s participation in the USDA’s free summer lunch program. “The Paton-Churdan Community School District is participating again this summer in the Summer Food Service Program.
Read MoreScranton author schedules second talk in Scranton
Scranton native Glenda Long Eggerling has scheduled two presentations about her book in local libraries during the next two weeks. The Churdan library will host Eggerling on Thursday, May 14, at 9:30 am in the library. She will also speak Tuesday, May 26, at 5 pm at the H. F. and Maude E. Marchant Memorial Library in Scranton.
Read MoreWorkshops on small businesses and tourism slated
National consultant brings key message to western Iowa Western Iowa Tourism Region will present a series of workshops featuring Margie Johnson, a national marketing consultant and expert on how small businesses can take advantage of a growing tourism market. Now and in the near future all businesses need to adopt the premise that they must “prepare for business as unusual.” 2015…
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