An orientation session for those who are 17 or older and are interested in obtaining a high school equivalency diploma through Iowa Central Community College will be held this Wednesday, July 12, at 4 pm at the Greene County Career Academy, 1901 N. Grimmell Rd, Jefferson. Attendees should park in the north lot and enter the building through door N5.…
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Summer reading fun at the Rippey library
The Rippey Library is hosting a photography talk by Peg Gannon of Country Studios on Saturday, July 8, at 10 am. Here’s what Peg had to say: “I once heard a lady from out-of-state say she would be glad to get through Iowa. It is all corn and beans. Had she gotten off I-80, she would have seen a much…
Read MoreCram the Cab helps food pantry
A total of $1,654 was raised at this year’s Greene County Farm Bureau’s Cram the Cab event held June 12 – 17 at the Jefferson Fareway. Action Resource Center food pantry director Shirley Haupert thanked the county Farm Bureau for its continuing commitment to help those in the county struggling with food insecurity. “As the number of Greene County families…
Read MoreScranton class of 1973 holds 50-year reunion
The Scranton High School Class of 1973 met at the Scranton Community room Saturday, June 17, for a come and go reunion. Melanie Neary Hoyt was in charge this year with plenty of laughter and stories and tons of picture taking. Leesa Lewis Squibb was recognized for her hosting previous reunions over the years. Refreshments were spread out and some…
Read MoreGrCo FFA chapter officers attend training conference
Each year southwest district and Iowa FFA officers plan and facilitate Chapter Officer Leadership Training (COLT) conferences for FFA members in the district. Atlantic High School welcomed FFA chapters from all over the southwest district on June 5. Greene County FFA sent chapter president Elise Badger, vice president Trey Schilling, historian Kayla Frederick, and sentinel Shai Woodley to the conference.…
Read MoreRecord turnout for medical center foundation golf tournament
It was a beautiful day for golf as 23 teams and 88 players gathered at the Jefferson Community Golf Course Friday, June 9, for the annual Greene County Medical Center Foundation Golf Tournament. For the second consecutive year, the 9 am shotgun-start tournament took place during the popular Bell Tower Festival. “We are grateful to all who sponsored, played in…
Read MoreGreene County public health targets sun safety
Greene County public health has received three of the more than 80 gallons of sunscreen distributed through the Sun-Safety Community Project for this summer. The Iowa Cancer Consortium and the Iowa Department of Public Health and Human Services join forces for this annual program that promotes healthy skin protection habits. “We have many community partners throughout Greene County who are…
Read MoreNEW Cooperative Foundation donates to local 4-H clubs
The NEW Cooperative Foundation continues their commitment to supporting local 4-H youth. Recently, the Foundation donated $52,020 to 22 county extension and outreach offices, which will support 3,468 individual 4-H members. The contribution from the Foundation will pay for half of each 4-H member’s dues in NEW Cooperative’s trade territory counties, which includes Greene, Calhoun, Carroll, Cerro Gordo, Cherokee, Clay,…
Read MoreGrCo HS tells third tri honor rolls
Greene County High School has released its honor rolls for the third trimester of the 2022-23 school year. HIGH HONOR ROLL – Students named to the high honor roll earned a grade point average of 3.5 or better. Freshmen – Breanna Ades, Aden Bardole, Natalee Baugh, Ebyn Carstens, Daniel Cerveny, Alivia Cornell, Bailey Fagerlind, Addison Gannon, William Graham, Carter Hinote,…
Read More4-H news
The Greenbrier 4-H club met at Clover Hall on May 8, 2023. In new business, Greene County Fair entry sheets are due June 15. State fair entries are due July 1. Dog, rabbit, horse, and poultry workshops are in the 4-H newsletter. Fair 101 night for 4-H’ers and Clover Kids is scheduled for June 14, 7-8 pm, at the Extension…
Read MorePaton-Churdan recognizes academic excellence
Paton-Churdan held its annual Academic Achievement Breakfast Wednesday, May 24. Students in grades 9-11 with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher were invited for breakfast and recognition. “We are so proud of these Rockets for putting in the work and setting their bar high in their academic coursework,” school counselor Libby Towers said. The breakfast was sponsored…
Read MoreShare the fun of fishing during free fishing weekend June 2-4
Iowa residents can try fishing without buying a license on June 2, 3 and 4, as part of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) free fishing weekend. All other regulations remain in place. Free fishing weekend is a great time to share the fun of fishing with a kid, your family or a friend. Outdoor fun awaits at hundreds…
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