An old Chinese proverb says, “Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed for life.” The Greene County Fishing Club has been working on fishing skills. On Tuesday, Oct. 17, the club went to Jeff Kienast’s pond to fish. Nearly every student caught a fish. Teacher sponsors of…
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In the neighborhood
Oct. 23, 2017 Trick-or-treat in Rippey will be Saturday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 8 pm, immediately after the Fall Festival. The Fall Festival starts at 3 pm at the Rippey Community Center. I am on the road to recovery. Every day is better than the last. My friendly walker and I have been able to take short walks outside.…
Read More4-H new member program, Awards Day Oct. 15
Greene County 4-H had a day of celebration Sunday, Oct. 15, at John 15 Vineyard near Scranton. The day began with the annual new member program when new members and their families gathered to learn about 4-H and meet other members. There were 10 new families that enjoyed games and activities at the vineyard and learned more about what 4-H…
Read MoreHSB names first Extraordinary Citizen award winner
Home State Bank announce the winners of their first monthly Extraordinary Citizen award. The award is a local award given by Home State Bank to an extraordinary Greene County citizen or group who has gone above and beyond by giving their time and/or resources to benefit the community. The citizen(s) must be nominated by another Greene County resident. Winners get…
Read MoreBetter security for Wilber Plaza
New digital surveillance cameras have been installed to keep an eye on the Doreen Wilber statue and target. According to Don Orris, the updated cameras provide enough clarity to read the donors’ names on the granite pillar without using the zoom function.
Read MorePAWS hosting microchip clinic
PAWS will host a microchip clinic Saturday, Oct. 28, from 10 am to 1 pm at Kelso Park in Jefferson. Pet owners can have their dogs and cats microchipped at the clinic.
Read MoreAPE plans vaccination clinic
Animal Protection and Education (APE) will host a reduced-cost vaccine clinic Saturday, Oct. 28, from 8 am to noon at the Grand Junction Community Center.
Read MoreTim Buenz recognized for leadership by peers
Greene County Community Schools director of technology Tim Buenz was recently presented with the Iowa Technology & Education Connection (ITEC) Local Leadership Award at the annual ITEC Conference in Des Moines. Buenz is starting his 31st year in education in Jefferson. He began his career after graduating from Wayne State, NE, as an industrial technology teacher and coach in the Jefferson…
Read MoreHalloween dance next Sunday
All are invited to a Halloween dance Sunday, Oct. 29, from 2 to 4 pm at the Elks lodge in Jefferson. Costumes are optional. DJ Pat Greenley of Perry will provide music. The dance is hosted by the Raccoon Valley Aktion Club. Tickets are available at $1 each from Aktion Club members or at the door.
Read More‘Coffee with Carl’ Wednesday in Grand Junction
Greene County Medical Center CEO Carl Behne invites the public to join him for “Coffee with Carl” Wednesday, Oct. 25, from 9 to 10 am at the Grand Junction Community Center. Area residents are encouraged to attend the informal event for coffee and donuts. Behne will share some brief insights on the healthcare landscape and then discuss issues specifically impacting…
Read MoreFFA has petting zoo at Deal’s Fall Festival
Last weekend during the Deal’s Orchard Fall Festival the Greene County FFA chapter sponsored a petting zoo for attendees. Animals in the zoo that children were able to pet included baby lambs and a goat, a miniature pony and donkey, a llama, Dexter bull, and two full sized sheep.
Read MoreBusy summer at Greene Co Early Learning Center
Summer was a busy time at the Greene County Early Learning Center (GCELC). When school is not in session, the number of children age 3-12 enrolled at the center is approximately 50. During the summer months, GCELC teachers planned numerous field trips and activities for the children. Many of these organized events are not free. The lower income families and…
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