Gov. Kim Reynolds on Dec. 29 announced her appointment of Derek Johnson as a district court judge in Judicial Election District 2B, which includes Greene County. Johnson, of Fort Dodge, currently serves as a district associate judge in District 2B. He previously worked in private practice and has served as the Humboldt County attorney. Johnson received his bachelor’s degree from Buena Vista University and his law degree from the Drake University Law…
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Your Life Iowa – No judgment, just help
New Opportunities knows the holidays can be a tough time. The added activities and expenses can be very taxing for some people. It is a busy time of year with added stressors of the holidays. Family and work expectations may be higher as the year comes to a close. Where has the time gone? It appears we just rolled in…
Read MoreRegister now for GCYAA basketball, second session
The Greene County Youth Athletic Association’s Basketball Program Part 2 is open to any student (boys & girls) in grades 3-6 who want to continue learning proper skills and then putting those skills into a game environment.Youngsters and coaches will go over various skills and concepts that will be used during basketball. A skill focus will be followed by a…
Read MoreGlobal War on Terrorism memorial to be added to National Mall
WASHINGTON—After a years-long effort spearheaded by Senators Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), bipartisan legislation to build a memorial on the National Mall honoring the veterans of the Global War on Terrorism was signed into law Dec. 27, guaranteeing that the memorial will soon become a reality. Ernst, a combat veteran of the Global War on Terrorism, and Hassan,…
Read MoreRotary holds no food drive for ARC
Members of the Rotary Club of Jefferson completed a “No Food November” drive for the Action Resource Center with a large delivery on Dec. 6 Non-food items including paper products, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, or laundry and dish detergent were collected throughout the month of November. “Those are things that really add up and can’t be purchased with food…
Read MoreHomemade bread topic for adult ed class
The art of baking homemade bread was on the agenda at the Greene County Career Academy culinary kitchen when homemade bread enthusiast Tim Christensen shared his tips with twelve adult learners on hand. Each student learned how to mix the ingredients and baked a loaf on site. They also created a second dough masterpiece to take home and bake in…
Read MoreStudents in K-1 to present Christmas program, art show
Greene County kindergartners and first graders invite their families and friends to Carol with the Kids: A Night of Performance and Song, Thursday, Dec. 16, at the Greene County High School auditorium. The children will perform songs “sure to get you in the holiday spirit,” said elementary general music teacher Emily Malamos. Artwork will be on display before and after…
Read MoreHoliday events in Churdan Saturday
A busy morning of holiday fun is slated for the Churdan public library Saturday, Dec. 11. The library will host an open house from 9 to 11 am, but activities continue through 1 pm. An Ugly Sweater Contest is in progress now, with the winner to be announced Saturday at noon. Vote tickets are $1 each or six for $5.…
Read MoreJamaica library to host holiday event for kids
Staff at the Jamaica public library invite area youth to Christmas for Kids at the library on Friday, Dec. 10, at 2 pm. Activities will include story time, crafts, a Christmas-themed video and holiday snacks. The event is open to all and there is no cost. Jamaica public library is located at 316 Main St in downtown Jamaica. Persons who…
Read MoreBlood drive in Jefferson Dec. 13
LifeServe Blood Center is seeking eligible blood donors to give blood at upcoming community blood drives this holiday season to prevent a blood shortage. A community blood drive is scheduled in Jefferson on Tuesday, Dec. 14, from 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 801 W. Lincoln Way. Appointments are required. Each holiday season, schedules fill up with holiday…
Read MoreExtension offers retirement planning workshop
How can I be sure my retirement funds will last my lifetime? This important question is addressed in an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach workshop that will be offered online two different times this winter. The first opportunity for the workshop is on Thursdays, Dec. 2 and 9, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Pre-register at http://bit.ly/wyrp17806 The on-line series…
Read MoreGreene County Singers slate Christmas program
The Greene County Singers, under the direction of Sheilah McGregor Pound, will present “Christmasing with You” Sunday, Dec. 5, at 3:30 pm. They will share unique selections of choral music at the Central Christian Church in Jefferson. Enjoy a “Carpenter’s Christmas Medley,” a piece that brings a bit of Bach and a traditional Christmas carol together called “Still a Bach…
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