The Community Players of Greene County will hold auditions for a production of “Death by Dessert” by Nathan Hartwick. Auditions will be held Friday, Dec. 14, at 7 pm and Saturday, Dec. 15, at 1 pm in the Greene County High School classroom of Darren Jackson. Enter the school through the west door.
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Nativity Festival brings 200 together for Habitat
The annual Nativity Festival held Sunday drew dozens of nativity sets for display and an audience of 200 for a concert, of which 140 stayed for a soup supper and pie auction. The event netted $7,912 for the Heart of Iowa Habitat for Humanity. The nativity display was coordinated by Jill Lamoureux. It was the seventh Nativity Festival, but the…
Read MoreBlood drive in Scranton Dec. 18
While you’re checking things off of your Christmas list, don’t forget the most important gift to give: the gift of life. Blood donation only takes about an hour and has a huge impact in your community. One blood donor can save the lives of three people with a standard donation.
Read MoreScranton home damaged by fire
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal A home in Scranton sustained major damage in a fire last week. Leesa Squibb shared this photo of the Scranton fire department battling the blaze in the home located in the 800 block of Lincoln St.
Read MoreCelebrate Christmas in Scranton Dec. 12
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal Christmas will be celebrated in Scranton on Wednesday, Dec. 12, with the businesses and city offices hosting open houses in the afternoon. Join your friends in Scranton to greet acquaintances and wish them a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. The list of participating locations includes: B & D Manufacturing: 1 – 3 pm. Gift…
Read MoreChange in staff at Scranton’s Marchant Public Library
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal An open house was held at the H.F. and Maude E. Memorial Marchant Library in Scranton on Thursday afternoon, Nov. 29, to bid farewell to two employees and welcome two others. Sheryl Hoyt, left, and Keri Johns, center, have resigned. Wendy Johnson, right, is the new library lirector. She will be assisted by Joleen Allen…
Read MoreElks Hoop Shoot is Dec.1
The Jefferson Elks lodge will host its annual Hoop Shoot contest Saturday, Dec. 1, at the Greene County High School gym. Registration will start at 9 am, with the contest at 10. Boys and girls ages 8-13 are invited to compete. Competitors will shoot 25 free throws; the winners will be those who make the most baskets. The winners in…
Read MoreObers’ home one of four on Tour of Homes
Ann Ober is sitting in front of her fireplace decorated with an evergreen garland of berries, pine cones and bells. The pencil tree beside her is just one you’ll see at her house on December 1 for the Garden Club Tour of Homes. Tickets for the Tour of Homes are available from Garden Club members and at Home State Bank,…
Read MoreGenealogical Society to meet Saturday
The Greene County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, Dec. 1, at 10 am in the meeting room of the Jefferson public library. The room is handicapped accessible. There will be an installation of officers: president Arlene Johnson; secretary Cindy Wiggins, and treasurer Elaine Deluhery. Also membership lists will be readied for mailing.
Read MoreCommunity Conversation to focus on non-profits
The Community Conversation Thursday, Dec.6, will feature representatives from more than 20 local non-profit organizations with ideas of how area residents can support them with time and/or money. They will provide information about how and when to donate, as well as how funds or volunteer time are used.
Read MoreHoliday plans told for Scranton
The holiday season is underway in Scranton. The fun begins in Scranton on Saturday, Dec. 1. Cocoa With the Clauses is slated at Scranton City Hall at 6 pm. Santa will arrive on a fire truck and then will meet with all the good boys and girls. They will receive a gift and a treat from Mrs Claus. Before Santa…
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