The first in a series of free workshops for small business owners and entrepreneurs is being held Monday, July 28, at 6 pm on the topic of using an iPad or tablet in your business. The session will be held in the meeting room of the Greene County Extension office and is being sponsored by the Expanding Entrepreneurs group and…
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Pediatrician to provide newborn coverage at medical center
Greene County Medical Center has signed a contract with Dr. Cody Silker for pediatric coverage effective July 21. Silker received her doctor of osteopathic degree from Des Moines University and completed her pediatric residency with Blank Children’s Hospital. Pediatric coverage at the medical center is generally limited to caring for newborns immediately after birth while they are still at the…
Read MorePhysical therapist joins staff Medical center, 21st Century Rehab
Greene County Medical Center and 21st Century Rehab announce the hire of physical therapist Danielle Weber, DPT, CLT. Weber graduated from Des Moines University with a doctorate of physical therapy in 2007. She brings seven years of experience in treating all orthopedic diagnoses with advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation, manual therapy, post-op orthopedic rehabilitation, kinesio taping, postural restoration and lymphedema…
Read MoreVery basic computer class starts Thursday
Barb Brooker will offer a very basic computer class for persons of any age, particularly the older set. Learn how to access the internet for information and enjoyment, as well as how to receive and send emails. Those with technophobia are very welcome.
Read MoreHurleys have July Yard of the Month
The Jefferson Garden Club announces July’s Yard of the Month: the Bob and Kristie Hurley home at 313 S. West Street. Each month for many years the Garden Club has honored homeowners for their efforts to increase the beauty of Jefferson. The Hurleys are pictured with Garden Club member Denise O’Brien Van (left).
Read MoreResults told for county fair livestock shows
The livestock barns and the show rings were lively places at the Greene County Fair last week as 180 Greene County 4-H members exhibits from the various project areas they’ve spent the last several months learning about. Dogs opened the fair with agility judging Tuesday, July 8, and obedience and showmanship judging July 9. Noelle Gray won champion showmanship. Click…
Read MoreCounty fair tournament determines bragging rights in cribbage
Scott Graham, Marci Sullivan and Larry Thomsen (pictured, from left) can all claim bragging rights as best cribbage players in Greene County after winning the cribbage tournament hosted by the Greene County Rams girls basketball team at the fair Sunday. Graham won the singles side of the tournament with a score of 956 points. Randy Winkelman was second with 923…
Read MoreEric Taylor coming to Prairie Blue
Singer/songwriter Eric Taylor will perform Friday, July 18, at Prairie Blue Creative Arts in Jefferson. Doors will open at 7:30 pm and the music starts at 8 pm. As with all Prairie Blue house concerts, bring your own beverage/food. There is no cover charge, but a hat will be passed for Taylor. A preview of his work….
Read MoreCommunity blood drive in Scranton Monday
LifeServe Blood Center will conduct a blood drive Monday, July 21, from 3 to 7 pm at the Scranton United Methodist Church. Eligible donors must be at least 16 years off age, be in general good health and weigh at least 120 pounds. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins will be accepted as the schedule allows. Check online at www.lifeserveboolcenterofiowa.org for…
Read MoreHappiness Express sings in Jefferson churches
The Happiness Express Chorus, a male a cappella barbershop harmony group, provided special music for several churches in Jefferson on Sunday, July 13.
Read MoreDems tell drawing winners
Winners of $25 Chamber Checks at a booth hosted by the Greene County Democrats and the fair last week were Loren Mace, Susan Mace and Dan Sayre, all of Jefferson, and Marjorie Fiscus of Churdan.
Read MoreJefferson HS class of 1969 holds reunion
The Jefferson High School class of 1969 held its 45-year reunion during the Bell Tower Festival last month. Pictured at a dinner that Saturday at the St Joseph Parish Center are (front, from left) Kathy Gustin Arnes, Sue O’Bryan Wind, Tom Wind, Dick Hartmann, Jill Bryan DeCarlo, Nancy Dittert Timmons, Sharon Jantz Campbell and Diane Hendricks Wise; (second row, from…
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