Greene County supervisors at their Jan. 5 meeting declared January 2015 Mentoring Month in Greene County to coincide with statewide and nationwide efforts during the 14th annual National Mentoring Month campaign. The proclamation recognizes the fact that quality mentoring programs in our county connect mentors to young people and cultivate relationships that provide crucial support and guidance as these young…
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Scranton Community Center tells gym nights
There will be many opportunities for active play and camaraderie this month at the Scranton Community Center gymnasium. The gym will be open for dodge ball Saturdays, Jan. 10 and Jan. 24 from 6 to 8 pm. Kick ball will be the game Fridays Jan. 16 and Jan. 30 from 6 to 8 pm. Sundays, Jan. 11, Jan. 18 and…
Read MoreSherry Bates: Someone You Should Know
New appointee to Iowa Board of Regents, retired social worker An occasional series of people working for the betterment of Greene County ~by Lora Koch,The Scranton Journal You may be familiar with Sherry Bates through her many years of service as a social worker in Greene County through the Department of Human Services and Greene County Medical Center. Or, through her…
Read MoreDecember weather summary: warmer and drier than normal
December was a little warmer and a lot drier than normal, according to data compiled by volunteer weather observer John Beltz. High temperature for the month was 56 degrees on Dec. 15. There were four days when the high was 50 degrees or warmer, and 19 days when the high temperature was at or above freezing. Average high for the…
Read MoreJunior class chili supper next Tuesday
The Greene County High School junior class will host a chili supper Tuesday, Jan. 13, at the Elks lodge in Jefferson. Serving time for the chili supper will be from 5 to 7 pm. The meal includes a bowl of chili, crackers, relishes, pie or dessert, and milk or coffee. Tickets are $6 for ages 6 and older; five and…
Read MoreAll are invited to Chamber’s annual meeting Jan. 12
Greene County Chamber and Development invites the public to attend the 2014 annual meeting Monday, Jan. 12, at the Elks lodge in Jefferson. Social time begins at 5:30 pm with dinner at 6:15. The agenda includes a wrap-up of 2014 and information about current projects, including the Welcome Center. New board members will be introduced, and the recipient of the …
Read MorePair of blood drives slated for January
LifeServe Blood Center invites Iowans to celebrate National Blood Donor Month in January by giving a lifesaving blood donation. Blood Donor Awareness Month creates awareness about the importance of the volunteer blood donor program and the impact blood donors can have in their communities. Donors who give blood in January will receive a “Proud Blood Donor” window cling at the time…
Read MoreSWCD scholarships available
High school seniors that reside in Greene County are invited to apply for scholarships offered by the Greene County Soil & Water Conservation Club and Greene County Soil & Water Conservation District by Friday, Jan. 30.
Read MoreHuffman wins Think Local/Shop Local drawing
Gail Huffman (right) of Jefferson won the Think Local/Shop Local drawing sponsored by Jefferson Matters: Main Street. Huffman was one of the shoppers who visited al 32 participating businesses in downtown Jefferson. She won a $100 gift certificate to be used in any of the participating businesses. Jefferson Matters: Main Street promotion committee co-chair Deb McGinn (left) presented Huffman with her…
Read MoreFinal winners told in Chamber’s Christmas Giveaway
Winners have been named in the fourth and final week of the Greene County Chamber’s Christmas drawing. Winners are (seated, from left) Dave Kersey of Grand Junction, who registered at Royal Jewelers, Lois Brant of Jefferson, who registered at Home state Bank, and Marietta Coil of Jefferson, who registered at Linda’s Fashions. Standing are (from left) Chamber executive director Chris…
Read MoreRoutine business for Scranton council Dec. 16
The Scranton city council held its regular meeting Tuesday, Dec. 16. Ashley Squibb gave the monthly library report. Items reported included hiring Brandy Thompson as a fill-in librarian, new shelving, holiday closures and the resignation of Linda Hoyt from the library board.
Read MoreBasketball teams visits long term care with gifts
The Greene County girls basketball team for the fourth year did an Adopt-a-Resident project, with this year’s beneficiaries being the residents at long term care at Greene County Medical Center. The girls visited with the residents and gave them gifts rather than exchanging gifts among themselves. Pictured with Jane Ecklund of Jefferson are teammates (front, from left) Kenna Marquardt, Jolee…
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