Greene County fifth graders once again participated in the American Legion’s essay contest on the topic “What the Flag Means to Me.” Winners were announced Dec. 19 at the school. Zach Stalder placed first; his essay will be entered into district competition. Shawn Gordon placed second and Kaydin Wells placed third. American Legion Post 11 commander Phil Thompson and essay…
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Gr Co juniors to host chili supper Jan. 17
The Greene County junior class will host a chili supper Friday, Jan. 17, at the Elks Lodge, one block east of the middle school on W. Harrison St. The Ram girls and boys basketball teams will host Gilbert for a Mega Night in the Greene County Middle School gym and the Greene County Community Center. The Hall of Fame induction…
Read MoreOn-farm trials topic at Ag Coffee Jan. 24
Greene County Extension is hosting a series of Ag Coffee events, bringing together farmers and other ag professionals for an informal discussion on current ag topics. The topic of an Ag Coffee Friday, Jan. 24, will be local on-farm demonstration trials with Mike Witt, ISU Extension & Outreach field agronomist. The program will start at 9:30 am and conclude by…
Read MoreRing Out for Art sculpture contest gearing up for 2020
The Ring Out for Art 2020 “Call to Sculptors” is now available. The Greene County board of supervisors, Tower View Team and Home State Bank invite sculptors to submit entries to the juried contest. This is the fifth year of the exhibit of original outdoor sculptures. Three sculptures will be selected by the committee composed of the three entities involved and…
Read MoreGenealogy Society to meet Jan. 4
The Greene County Genealogy Society will meet Saturday, Jan. 4, at 10 am in the basement meeting room of the Jefferson Public Library. The program will be presented by members sharing their quilts and other items made by their ancestors. All are welcome to attend with the meeting room being handicapped accessible.
Read MoreSnowmobile and off-highway vehicle registrations set to expire
The DNR is reminding snowmobile and off-highway vehicle owners and users to renew their registrations before Jan. 1, 2020. Registrations for snowmobiles and OHVs purchased during the 2019 registration cycle will expire on Dec. 31, 2019. Any decal displayed on a machine with a “19” printed on it will no longer be valid for machines to be used on snowmobile…
Read MoreCattlemen support Greene County FFA
Greene County FFA welcomed 24 new members at the annual Jacket Ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 15. For the fourth year in a row, the Greene County Cattlemen’s Association has purchased the famed blue corduroy jackets for the incoming FFA members. The Greene County Cattlemen wish the new FFA members and Mrs. Harris good luck in their future FFA endeavors. The…
Read MoreGrCoHS National Honor Society inducts new members
The Greene County chapter of National Honor Society grew by 20 members at an induction ceremony held Sunday, Nov. 17, in the high school auditorium. Guest speaker was high school activities director Todd Gordon. School principal Brian Phillips and school superintendent Tim Christensen presented certificates to the new members. A reception for the new members and their families followed the…
Read MoreJ.D. Scholten to host town hall meeting in Churdan
J.D. Scholten, Democratic candidate for Iowa’s 4th Congressional district, will host a town hall in Churdan on Monday, Dec. 16, as part of his “Don’t Forget About Us” tour. During the tour, Scholten will hold a town hall in a town with a population of less than 1,000 in each of the 4th district’s 39 counties.
Read MoreCommunity Foundation aids GCELC playground improvements
Enhancing learning through play was the focus of the 2019 Greene County Community Foundation (GCCF) grant awarded to the Greene County Early Learning Center (GCELC). The grant of $4,834 was used to improve the comfort of the playground learning environment including outdoor furniture and activities focused on the areas of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
Read MoreRobinson named Jamaica library director
Alan Robinson has been named director of the Jamaica public library. “The Jamaica public library is a tremendous resource for the community of Jamaica,” says Robinson. “The staff and board of trustees have done an amazing job of developing and nurturing the facility. I see opportunities for continued outreach of the library as a resource center for residents of Jamaica…
Read MoreCelebrate Christmas in Scranton on Thursday, meet Santa on Saturday
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal Join the fun and meet your friends in Scranton to celebrate Christmas this week. Scranton Betterment Committee is hosting the annual Christmas in Scranton on Thursday, Dec. 5, followed by Cocoa With the Clauses on Saturday, Dec. 7.
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