Please send your news items to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net May 22, 2017 The Kinkead-Martin American Legion Post #583 will conduct its ceremony at the conclusion of the services at the Pleasant Hill Church at 11:30 on Sunday, May 28.
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Eagles at home in Greene County
Eagles’ nests are plentiful in Greene County, according to conservation director Dan Towers. Twelve or 15 years ago when the first nesting pair made their home near the Brown Bridge access in Cedar Township, the location was a closely guarded secret. Now, Towers freely names seven locations of eagles’ nests.
Read More‘The Rope Warrior’ performs in Greene County
More 500 persons enjoyed the performances of David Fisher, who was brought to Greene County by the Greene County libraries. Fisher entertained the audience as he executed many rope stunts, jumps, and a spectacular rope light show. Fisher gave six performances in Greene County; shows in Grand Junction, Paton, and Scranton on May 15 and in Churdan, Jefferson, and Rippey…
Read MoreSenior Walk slated for Friday
Greene County High School seniors will do a Senior Walk Friday, May 26, after commencement practice. Seniors will walk the hallways of their former schools with the intention of inspiring younger students to work toward graduation.
Read MoreHam balls on Memorial Day in Grand Junction
The long tradition of a Memorial Day dinner will continue at the First Presbyterian Church in Grand Junction with serving Monday, May 29, from 11 am to 1 pm. The menu includes ham balls, cheesy potatoes, home grown sweet corn, a salad bar, pie, rolls and beverages. Tickets are available at the door: $9 for adults, $5 for children 12…
Read MoreKaren Younie’s little library ready for another season
A Little Library dedicated to the late Karen Younie was repaired by Greene County Middle School principal Shawn Zanders recently. The Little Library is a free sharing library, where people very informally share books. Books are free for the taking and folks are welcome to leave books there, too. The library was placed at the corner of S. Vine and…
Read MoreNational Poppy Day Friday, May 26
This Friday, May 26, is the inaugural National Poppy Day, as proclaimed by Congress. According to a press release from the American Legion auxiliary, when the American Legion family adopted the poppy as its memorial flower in the early 1920s, the blood-red icon became an enduring symbol of honor for the sacrifices of our veterans from the battlefields of France…
Read MoreTime to fish at Spring Lake
Crappies and bluegills are biting in small ponds and lakes across Iowa. Spring panfish fishing is a great opportunity to introduce beginners of all ages to fishing. Catching panfish is easy and fun. Greene County conservation director said Spring Lake has plenty of bluegills and easy shoreline access, making fishing easy for children.
Read MoreRed velvet cake for the Red Hat ladies
Students at the Ram Restaurant put in extra effort when the Red Hat ladies ate lunch there earlier this month. Rather than the dessert on the menu, the student chefs made red velvet cake. Pictured is teacher Donna Carhill serving the cake.
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net May 15, 2017 Rippey United Methodist Church: PO Box 286, 103 West Main St. Rippey, IA 50235. Pastor: Paul Burrow, Pastor Rosa Soto. Phone: 515-436-7731. Adult Sunday school at 9:30 am; worship at 11 am; THUG youth group at 6 pm. Every Tuesday, quilters at 9 am, coffee and fellowship…
Read MoreWailes earns rank of Eagle Scout
An Eagle Court of Honor was held last Sunday at the Elks lodge in Jefferson for Austin Wailes, 17, son of Andrea and Brett Wailes of Scranton. The Court of Honor was performed by members of Boy Scout Troop 534, with Austin’s younger brother Nathan Wailes as senior patrol leader.
Read MoreClay Ross named Friend of Education
Clay Ross was named May 3 as the 2017 Friend of Education by the Greene County Education Association. Clay Ross is very active in the Community Players of Greene County, and it was his assistance with student drama productions at the high school and middle school that prompted teacher Darren Jackson to nominate him for the award.
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