Jefferson Telecom announces a variety of programming adjustments to the cable TV lineup. Jefferson Telecom values the opinions of its customers, a company press release stated. After receiving feedback to add MSNBC to the lineup, the company is pleased to announce that it is now available.
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Local art a highlight at expanded, remodeled Home State Bank
Hundreds of Home State Bank customers and others attended an open house Dec. 4 celebrating the completion of the bank’s 1,500-square-foot addition. They were treated to refreshments, music, and a look at art that makes a visit to the bank more than just a financial chore.
Read MoreCourthouse tree lit at festive event
The rotunda of the Greene County courthouse has been decorated with a very tall tree for decades, but for the first time, the lighting of the tree was a community event. Organized by the Jefferson Matters: Main Street promotions committee, the “Holiday Sparkle Community Tree Lighting” event was held last Thursday, Dec. 5. The St Joseph Church choir sang carols…
Read MoreHistorical Society ends year with holiday meal and music
The Greene County Historical Society will hold its last regular meeting of the year on Friday, Dec. 6, at the Greenewood Community Center in Jefferson. A traditional Christmas dinner, featuring turkey, will be served at 12 noon, followed by holiday entertainment from Greene County High School vocal and instrumental students.
Read MoreCommunity Foundation funds refrigerator for Rippey Community Center
The Friends of Rippey recently purchased a new refrigerator for the Rippey Community Center at John’s Appliance and TV in Jefferson. Funding for the refrigerator was one of many projects around the county funded in 2013 by the Greene County Community Foundation. Pictured at John’s Appliance are Ned Johnston (left), who serves on the Friends of Rippey board and the…
Read MorePlenty of Christmas cheer in Scranton Dec. 5
Scranton will be the scene of holiday fun and merriment Thursday, Dec. 5. The Friends of the Library will host a bake sale at 1 pm at the library. When the goodies are gone, the bake sale is finished. The Scranton United Methodist Women will serve a soup supper from 5 to 7 pm at the church. The Town and…
Read MoreCookie Parade returns Dec. 7
The annual Cookie Parade hosted by the St Joseph Women’s Council is slated for Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 am to noon at the St Joseph Parish Center in Jefferson. Along with festive cookies by the bucket, there will be homemade candy, baked goods, Indian tacos and door prizes. As in past years, there will also be a raffle of…
Read MoreArt open house at the depot this weekend
Scranton artist Joseph Murray will bring art from his Wayuga Studio to a holiday art open house at the Milwaukee depot in Jefferson this weekend. Hours of the open house are Saturday from 9 am to 9 pm, and Sunday from 1 to 5 pm. Refreshments will be served; all are welcome.
Read More“A Glitzy Christmas” is theme for this year’s virtual Charity Ball, hosted by Beta Tau Delta
Beta Tau Delta president Cassie Dozier has announced that this year’s virtual Charity Ball will be themed “A Glitzy Christmas” with decorations, food and entertainment. The virtual ball is a new version of the group’s Charity Ball,
Read MoreElks Lodge collecting deer hides
With deer hunting season beginning, the Jefferson Elks Lodge is hoping local hunters will donate their deer hides to help disabled veterans. Each year the Jefferson Elks Lodge collects deer hides to be used in veterans hospitals in Iowa and across the country.
Read More“Come away with me, dear wife, in my merry Oldsmobile”
Gary Winebrenner, 79, had something he wanted to do while his health still allowed. He wanted to take his wife Esther Knapp for a ride in a very special car. He accomplished that in late September, just about six months after a doctor told him to get his affairs in order. Winebrenner is now on borrowed time, as the saying goes,…
Read MoreAuxiliary Holiday of Lights at medical center now through Dec. 3
The Greene County Medical Center auxiliary has decorated the main lobby of the medical center for the holidays with its annual Holiday of Lights display and silent auction. The public is invited to view the wonderful display of holiday trees and wreaths now through Dec. 3. The silent auction will end at 3 pm on the 3rd. Medical center departments, local…
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