~by Taylor Teays for The Scranton Journal For 35 years, students and staff in the Scranton building, then later the Greene County High School in Jefferson, knew the familiar face in the nurse’s office, but when they return next fall, Ann Hicks will be enjoying her retirement. Hicks graduated from DMACC in 1978 with her associate degree in nursing. She…
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Memorial Day observed in Rippey
~submitted by Mary Weaver After the services at the Fairview UMC and cemetery, Bowers-Angus, Old Rippey Cemeteries, the Kinkead-Martin Legion Post #583 of Rippey presented the traditional Memorial Day service at the Rippey Cemetery on Monday, May 27, at 11 am. The avenue of U.S. Flags, placed by Dan Brubaker and his crew, was a patriotic welcome to nearly 100…
Read MoreGospel music group to perform June 14 in Jefferson
The Garms Family will share an evening of gospel music Friday, June 14, at 7 pm at Abundant Life Ministries, 1308 Lincoln Way, Jefferson. The Garms Family uplifts people “with real music, honest stories, and God’s word,” a spokesperson said. Theilr appearance in Jefferson is sponsored by First Baptist Church, Gospel Open Bible Church, Church of Christ, The Sanctuary, Northside…
Read MorePRO Iowa 24 holds fundraiser
PRO Iowa 24, Progressive Rural Optimists, a PAC formed to develop a rural message, recruit candidates, and fundraise for candidates who will win, held a fundraiser Sunday afternoon at Sportsman Park near Dawson in Dallas County. Mary Weaver, leader of PRO Iowa 24, welcomed the guests, providing a brief history of the formation of PRO Iowa 24. Following a meal…
Read MoreSummer reading program begins June 3 at GJ library
The Summer Reading Program at Grand Junction Public Library begins Monday, June 3, at 10 am at the library. This year’s program theme is “Read, Renew, Repeat.” Along with a focus on reading skills and literacy, each week will feature a component of renewing. Topics will include the rain forest, pollination from bees, preserving our soil with cover crops, and…
Read MoreHeather Berglund ends GrCo teaching career
~by Taylor Teays for The Scranton Journal After dedicating 33 years to fostering a love for learning in Greene County, Heather Berglund will be retiring after the end of the 2023-24 school year. For many people, figuring out what to study in college or aspire to do as an adult is somewhat of a rite of passage, with questions thrown…
Read MoreNathan Behne selected for Governor’s Scholar Award
Students from across the state were recognized by Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Adam Gregg for outstanding academic achievement at the 22nd Annual Governor’s Scholar Recognition Ceremony on April 28 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. Greene County senior Nathan Behne (pictured with Lt Gov Gregg and Gov Reynolds) and Paton-Churdan senior Paige Bryson were selected for…
Read MoreElton John tribute coming to History Boy Theatre
History Boy Theatre Company will present Tom’s Elton Tribute for one night only, Tuesday, June 4, at 7 pm. The show includes Bennie and the Jets, Tiny Dancer, Rocket Man, Candle in the Wind, Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me, I’m Still Standing, Crocodile Rock and Your Song. The band will also perform classic album traces like Funeral…
Read MoreGarden Club contributes to Imagination Alley
A pair of butterfly sculptures that are much larger than life-size now adorn the new Imagination Alley on the square in Jefferson thanks to a $2,000 donation by the Jefferson Garden Club. Hilde DeBruyne of Cumming is the designer of these additions to the unique and engaging alley design. DeBruyne’s sculptural art has been installed all over the United States…
Read MoreMay is Cemetery Appreciation Month
The State Association for the Preservation of Iowa Cemeteries (SAPIC) members sponsor the “May is Cemetery Appreciation Month” with Gov. Reynolds signing the proclamation. Iowa legislators created SAPIC in 1996 with the purpose of identifying all Iowa cemeteries for preservation, maintenance and creating legislation for access. Some of Iowa’s 5,000 cemeteries are situated on gravel roads or footpaths surrounded by…
Read MoreJam making, food dehydrating workshop slated by Extension
Participants will learn all the basics of water bath canning, making jam and dehydrating food at a food preservation workshop on Wednesday, June 12, from 5 to 8:30 pm in Jefferson. The workshop, offered at the Greene County Extension office, is part of the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Preserve the Taste of Summer program. Renee Sweers, human sciences…
Read MoreCareer explorers build dog houses to finish year
Career Exploration camps provided by Greene County ISU Extension and the Greene County Career Academy concluded for the school year with exploring construction careers. Students built a pair of dog houses with instructor Derrik Bauer and volunteers Larry and Paul Blake and Raymond Bauer. The dog houses, intended for large breed dogs, will be donated to PAWS for sale as…
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