Jan Scharingson, who retired 12 years ago after teaching English/language arts at East Greene Schools for 33 years, has once again been honored for her role in education. She was presented Wednesday evening with the Iowa State Education Association’s Friend of Education Award for the Greene County Schools. ISEA president Mike Beranek made the presentation.
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DAISY Award to Brenda Groves
Surgery nurse Brenda Groves, RN, became the 11th nurse to receive the DAISY Award at Greene County Medical Center. Four individual nurses and the entire acute nursing team were recognized at the Wednesday afternoon awards event. Groves has been at the medical center since 2002. Since the DAISY Award was instituted at the medical center in 2014, Groves has been…
Read MoreForty years of nutritious meals, fellowship for seniors
~by Linda Ross for Elderserve The Elderserve board is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the incorporation of Elderserve Inc, the non-profit organization that subcontracts with Elderbridge to serve congregate meals and Meals on Wheels in Greene County. The official incorporation date is May 26, 1979.
Read MoreGunn to present colors, promote Dayton rodeo
Brittany Gunn has been chosen to present the American flag at the Dayton Championship Rodeo Aug. 30 – Sept. 2. Until then, she will be carrying the flag in area parades to promote the event. She was selected at tryouts May 5.
Read MoreChrist & Ascension Lutheran working to revitalize in outreach
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal “I like to say that my retirement lasted 66 miles,” joked Pastor Jerry Schultz of Christ Lutheran Church in Jefferson and Ascension Lutheran Church in Coon Rapids. Pastor Schultz and his wife Carol had concluded their service at the Rolfe Lutheran Church with plans to retire in her hometown of Jefferson in June of 2018.…
Read MoreDahl’s Custom Meat Locker opens in Bagley
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal Kaitlin and Jared Dahl took over the operation of the locker in Bagley on April 1. They’re experienced in the meat business, as both worked at the facility for several years. It’s now known as Dahl’s Custom Meat Locker. “We had the opportunity to take over the operation,” explained Kaitlin. “It’s a good way for…
Read MoreScranton bingo date changed, UMW to hold Guest Day
Change of date! Bingo will again be played at the Scranton Community Center on Sunday, May 19. Calling will begin at 2 pm and proceed until 4. Please plan on attending and sharing in the fun and prizes. The Scranton United Methodist Women are hosting their annual Guest Day Friday, May 10, at 9:30 am. The festivities will take place…
Read MoreGenealogy Society meets Saturday
The regular meeting of the Greene County Genealogy Society will be Saturday, May 4, at 10 am in the meeting room of the Jefferson public library. Elaine Deluhery will discuss our newly purchased scanner and how it will be used to further enhance our library. The meeting room is handicapped accessible and all are welcome. See you Saturday.
Read MoreHistory Boy Theater now a non-profit organization
Presenting “Young Frankenstein” in June History Boy Theater Company in downtown Jefferson has been entertaining and delighting theater lovers for more than 10 years. History Boy announced last week the professional theater is now a non-profit organization (and honestly, most theaters are.)
Read MoreUpcoming salad luncheon supports projects
For the 25 years of its existence, proceeds from the salad luncheon sponsored by PEO Chapter CZ have benefitted local projects. Recently, the chapter presented a check for $400 to the Christian Action Resource Center for its building renovation needs. Hosting its 26th annual luncheon on Tuesday, May 14, from 11 am to 1 pm at St. Joseph Parish Center…
Read MoreScranton library news
Upcoming programs and events at the Scranton public library are: A Matter of Balance – Mondays and Thursdays, May 2-23, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm, Greene County public health program. Program fee: $25 May Day story hour – Wednesday, May 1, at 4 pm. Make May baskets and May flowers Bubble Story Hour – Wednesday, May 15, at 4 pm.…
Read MoreSpring concerts set for May 14
Greene County school musicians will be showcased Tuesday, May 14. The 7-8 grade band and choir will present their spring concert Tuesday, May 14, at 6:30 pm in the middle school gymnasium. The concert will finish by 7:45. The audience will then gather at the high school auditorium for a spring pops and senior recognition concert at 8 pm. The…
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