Greenbrier 4-H club members and families gathered for the annual Family and Awards Night in Clover Hall on Sunday, Nov. 3. This event celebrated the accomplishments of the club and its members over the last year. Becca Anderson welcomed people and called the meeting to order. Aden Bardole led the introduction of families, and Jaelynn Hedges led a fun human…
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Iowa Barn Foundation tour at M. Richards’ Franklin Township farm
Three-year-old Oakley climbed the horse barn stairs to explore the hay mow where she could run and jump as adults reminisced about their days playing and working among the hay bales. Folks arrived in campers, trucks and on motorcycles for the fall Iowa Barn Foundation tour of the freshly adorned red buildings by Kunkle Painting on the Mary Richards Heritage…
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The Greenbrier 4-H club met Monday, Sept. 9, at Clover Hall. Presentations were given by Madison Christensen on her volleyball rebounder, Ava Glendenning on dog grooming, Parker Gierstorf on Nintendo, Luke Larson on woodworking, Ellen Glendenning on watercolor painting, and Blake Gierstorf on Lego cars
Read MoreCarlson wins state fair awards, again
Marianne Carlson of Jefferson earned second place overall and the Sweepstakes Award in the Bob’s Red Mill Yeast breads competition judged Aug. 9 at the Iowa State Fair. Carlson placed first in caraway rye, dill batter, mixed grain, potato, raisin-cinnamon, and whole wheat and third in herb. She placed second in The Great Cinnamon Roll Contest of 2024, judged Aug.…
Read MoreGodfrey farm of Jamacia honored as Century Farm
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig and Iowa Farm Bureau Federation president Brent Johnson honored 439 Iowa farm families with Century or Heritage Farm designations at the 2024 Iowa State Fair. The program celebrates farms that have been owned by the same families for 100 and 150 years, respectively. This year, 277 Century Farms and 162 Heritage Farms were recognized during ceremonies…
Read MoreIn the neighborhood – Rippey
Many will remember Pat Daughtery, the high school basketball and baseball coach who managed the five summer teams representing Rippey—the Demons, the senior town team, and the teams in Pee Wee, Little League, Babe Ruth League. Patrick Bernard “Pat” Daugherty, 89, of Centennial, CO, passed away on July 17, 2024, surrounded by family. Pat was born in Cumberland, IA,…
Read MoreTrumpeter swan family at Dunbar slough
Marvin Kunce of Jefferson enjoys wildlife and photography. Recently he found this trumpeter swam family taking a swim at Dunbar Slough, southwest of Scranton. Trumpeter swans were reintroduced in Iowa several years ago. A pair was released at Dunbar but it is unknown if this family is related to the original set. The trumpeter swan is the largest species of…
Read MoreJefferson Telecom wraps up school supply drive
Jefferson Telecom proudly concludes its participation in the annual school supply drive organized by New Opportunities, Inc., marking the 13th year of this impactful community initiative. As a dedicated drop-off location, Jefferson Telecom played a key role in collecting donations from both customers and staff, contributing significantly to the drive’s success. This year’s drive, fully organized and managed by Teresa…
Read MoreState Fair exhibitors told
Judging of 2024 Greene County 4-H static exhibit entries took place Tuesday, July 9, at the Greene County Fairgrounds. A variety of judges rated exhibits in the areas of animals; agriculture and natural resources; creative arts; science, engineering, and technology; family and consumer sciences; and personal development. The static exhibit judging event was coordinated by static superintendents Stacy Hardaway, Michele…
Read MoreCounty Fair results told
The 2024 Greene County Fair 4-H Dog Agility Show was held on Tuesday, July 9, with the 4-H Dog Obedience and Showmanship Show held on Wednesday, July 10, both at the Greene County Fairgrounds. Jessica Fisher of Boone judged the dog agility show, Deb Owens of Luther judged obedience, and Jada Staples of Ames judged handling/showmanship and rally. The shows…
Read More4-H clothing, communication county fair results told
The 2024 Greene County Fair 4-H Clothing Event was held Tuesday, July 9, at the Greene County Fairgrounds. Thirteen exhibitors competed in the event, which was judged by Sherry Vogel of Gowrie. Youth participants also showcased their projects in the 4-H Fashion Show held Friday, July 12, at the fairgrounds. Results of the 2024 Greene County Fair 4-H Clothing Event…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation helps fund handicap-accessible entry at Ever Greene Ridge
Residents of Ever Greene Ridge are thrilled with work that has just been completed on the installation of a handicap-accessible entry. They are also extremely grateful for the support they received from the Greene County Community Foundation. “A $5,500 grant award this spring moved this project from our resident’s wish list to reality,” said Greene County Medical Center Foundation director…
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