Students in grades 1-3 at Greene County Elementary entertained their parents, grandparents and each other Thursday in the middle school gym with their music and movement program. With the theme “Jukebox Time Machine,” almost anything was possible. The children showed there are as many ways to get up and get moving as there are kinds of music. Student art in…
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The Hardin Happy Hustlers held their meeting at the Greene County Middle School in Jefferson on March 5. Seventeen members were present. Old business included FSQA training and testing. Livestock training and testing last day is March 23.
Read MoreThree extra days to file 2016 federal taxes
Sen. Chuck Grassley reminds Iowans of a bit of good news in a Q & A sent out by his office March 25. Q: What tips do you have for Iowans this tax filing season? A: For starters, file your tax return on time to avoid interest, fees and other penalties. The good news is that taxpayers have a few extra…
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Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net March 27, 2017 Friends were notified of the death of Karen Peters, 78, of Burlington, formerly of Rippey, Ft. Dodge, and Humboldt. Karen was the daughter of Bruce and Bernice (States) Cain and graduated with the class of 1956.
Read MoreP-C teams all get Distinguished Academic awards
The Paton-Churdan athletic teams made a clean sweep in academics this year, according to activities director Chris Petersen. Every Rocket athletic team – cross country, volleyball, boys basketball and girls basketball – achieved the Distinguished Academic award from the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union and the Iowa High School Athletic Association.
Read MoreJump Rope for Heart a success
During the early weeks of February, students from Greene County Elementary and Intermediate Schools “jumped all over heart disease and stroke” by participating in the annual Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser.
Read MoreSTEM-to-Go kits make science fun anywhere
STEM-to-Go kits are easy, educational activity kits available now through Greene County Extension. This free resource is perfect for 4-H members, individuals, classrooms, homeschoolers, and community groups. Kayla Hyett, Youth & 4-H coordinator, has six kits ready for use.
Read MoreRoast beef dinner in Churdan April 2
Members of the Churdan United Methodist Church will serve their annual roast beef dinner next Sunday, April 2, with serving from 11 am to 1:30 pm at the church.
Read MoreAdults invited to remember their prom
Adults of every age are invited to celebrate their prom memories at “A Dance to Remember Your Prom” with the decorations o the high school’s New York City themed prom.
Read MoreAccelerated gov’t students raise $1,050 for Helping Tiny Hands
A trio of Greene County High School students were recently recognized for efforts they undertook to raise money for Holding Tiny Hands, a parent group dedicated to supporting families with newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.
Read More4th of July weekend campsite reservations open Friday
Campers eager to reserve spots for the Fourth of July weekend should mark March 31 on their calendars, when reservations for a Friday arrival open. Campers can make reservations for sites three months ahead of their first night’s stay.
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Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net March 20, 2017 Reminder: Soup Lunch fundraiser for the library Saturday, March 25, from 11 am to 1 pm at the Rippey public library. A free will donation will be accepted with all proceeds helping to fund the library and the summer reading program.
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