All are invited to Jingle into Junction Sunday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 7 pm at the Grand Junction Community Center. The evening will feature a soup supper with a musical interlude by the Greene County Singers. A silent auction will include seasonal decor, craft items, and items donated by local businesses. Trees and wreaths will be on display, with…
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Christmas in Scranton celebration Dec. 1
Plan to visit with your friends in Scranton on Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 1. Many of the businesses are hosting open houses and serving refreshments. The event is coordinated by Scranton Betterment Committee. Hosting open houses from 1to 3 pm are Heritage Insurance and Real Estate / Scranton Life and Health, Peoples Bank and Scranton Telephone. Register for a drawing at…
Read MoreBreakfast with Santa this Saturday
The popular Breakfast with Santa Claus returns to Greene County Community Center Saturday, Nov. 27, from 8 to 10:30 am. Breakfast, sponsored by HyVee, is free for children; adults will pay. Kids can decorate cookies and visit with Santa. Photos with Santa will be available for a charge from Meythaler Photography. Pre-registration is available at the community center, 204 W.…
Read MoreWilliams, Clouse at Community Conversation Dec. 2
Sheriff Jack Williams and Jefferson police chief Mark Clouse will discuss regulations for the new Law Enforcement Center, how that affects staffing, and possible uses for the former LEC (S. Chestnut St) at the Community Conversation Thursday, Dec. 2, at 5:30 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, Jefferson. Community Conversations is a monthly program to help inform county residents of important…
Read MoreWinter fitness classes start Nov. 29
The first winter session of adult fitness classes at Greene County Community Center begins the week of Nov. 29 and runs through Jan. 7. Registration fees are reduced for community center members. The schedule includes: Step aerobics – Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:15 to 6 pm. Instructor Emily Rohner. $35 for members, $45 for non-members. Zumba – Mondays and Thursdays, 7…
Read MoreKyle Walker named top farm manager
Kyle Walker, AFM, AAC, with Peoples Company in Indianola, has been presented with the 2021 Professional Farm Manager of the Year award by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA). The prestigious Professional Farm Manager of the Year award, co-sponsored by Syngenta, Farm Journal’s The Scoop magazine, and the ASFMRA, recognizes farm managers bearing the AFM designation…
Read MoreJPRD, Ram b’ball team to host camps for kids
Young basketball players can start learn and practice skills at upcoming camps at Greene County Community Center. The Greene County Ram varsity boys basketball coaches and players will conduct the camps. Camp for boys and girls in PreK-second grade will be Monday, Dec. 6, and Thursday, Dec. 9, from4:15 to 5:15 pm, with games slated for Saturday, Dec. 11, from…
Read MoreUgly sweater contest at Churdan library
The Churdan library is holding an ugly sweater contest as part of its holiday celebration. Patrons can bring their ugly Christmas sweater (or sweaters) to the library Dec. 1-4. The sweaters will be displayed throughout the library beginning Monday, Dec. 6. Library visitors will cast their vote for the ugliest sweater by purchasing tickets. The winners will be announced Saturday,…
Read MoreFree to a good home – historic Churdan newspapers
The Churdan public library is offering its stacks of vintage Churdan area newspapers to patrons. The hard copies are no longer needed because they’ve been scanned in to the Community History Archives of Greene County and are available via the website of county libraries. Papers are dated from 1891 to 1987. Persons who want more information can call the library…
Read MoreHam ball fundraiser this Sunday
First United Methodist Church members will host a fundraiser for Bart Blackburn Sunday, Nov. 21, from 11 am to 12:30 pm. A carry-out meal will feature ham balls with cheesy potatoes, beans and dessert. Please call the church at 515-386-4411 to reserve meals. Blackburn has relocated to Jefferson from Algona and needs to make his new home handicap accessible. Funds…
Read MoreUnited Charities deadline near
The board of the Scranton United Charities reminds people in the comunity their donations are due on Nov. 22. This is the only fund drive for many of these local charities. The board urges residents to give generously to help these organizations. Listed for contributions in 2021 are: Greene County Food Pantry (ARC), Community Opportunities, Scranton Little League, Scranton Community Betterment,…
Read MoreFood safety certification class Dec. 13
Registration deadline is Nov. 22 The Greene County Extension office is offering an important food safety certification training for food service managers on Dec. 13. At least one staff person in every restaurant, school cafeteria, or nursing home food service in Iowa must have a current certificate in Food Safety Management. Registration is open through Nov. 22. The class will…
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