Area residents who are 16 years or older (and not attending school) who have not completed a high school degree are encouraged to be part of the high school equivalency diploma (HSED) program conducted by Iowa Central Community College.
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Students tour Jefferson sites as part of summer school
Students who have attended the summer school reading program in grades K-8 had the opportunity to learn about the Mahanay Bell Tower, the 100-year-old courthouse, Thomas Jefferson Gardens, and Sally’s Alley the last part of June.
Read MoreWeather data, week ending July 15
Mother Nature smiled on the Greene County Fair during the week that ended July 15. Rain early Tuesday made the parking area just a little softer than perfect, but livestock exhibitors didn’t have to worry about heat stress on their animals like they have in recent year. High temperature for the week according to KCCI’s SchoolNet 8 Jefferson site was…
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Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net July 11, 2016 Muir family reunion celebrates July 4: Family and friends gathered at the rural Washington Township home of Eugene and Iva Jo Muir on Monday, July 4.
Read MoreNational accreditation for Jefferson Matters: Main Street
Jefferson Matters: Main Street has been designated as an accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. Each year, the National Main Street Center and its coordinating program partners announce the list of accredited Main Street America programs in recognition of their exemplary commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through…
Read More4-H communications contest results told
While most 4-H exhibits will be judged this coming week during the Greene County Fair, the 4-H communications contest has already been held. A total of eight exhibitors competed in front of judge Julie Carlson of Jefferson. The contest was coordinated by communications superintendent Yvette Bardole.
Read MoreNew flower beds encircle house
Garden Club Yard of the Month The new flower beds abloom all around the S. Elm St house Nancy Morris bought 18 months ago made her colorful corner lot the logical choice for the Jefferson Garden Club’s July Yard of the Month award. Perennials, including dozens of hosta varieties, make for easy maintenance on the street-side perimeters. Morris, a Master…
Read MoreSTEAM Clubs wrap up 2016 run
Greene County’s first Full STEAM Ahead, a summer program through ISU Extension and Outreach, wrapped up Wednesday, July 6. Three STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) clubs met Wednesday afternoons at Greene County Elementary or at the Greene County High School. The collaboration of Extension and the Greene County Schools provided an enrichment opportunity for 25 youngsters.
Read MoreRiding a bike is fun for anyone
Many of us remember the fun of riding a decorated bicycle in a parade. Elaine Hamilton, a registered nurse who served in the US Army from 1945 to 1947, and in the Peace Corps from 1974 to 1976, with the help of her daughter Ann Reynolds was able to ride a bicycle in the Windsor Heights Fourth of July parade.…
Read MoreWeather data, week ending July 8
Jefferson residents enjoyed a cooler Fourth of July than in recent years, and although there was debris to pick up and a few broken tree limbs, most residents were happy finally to receive some rain. High temperature for the week ending July 8 was 92 degrees, according to KCCI’s SchoolNet 8. Low temperature was 58 degrees. Jefferson received a total…
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Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net July 5, 2016 Community picnic: The Rippey Lions Club will host a free picnic meal Saturday, July 9, from 12 to 1 pm at Osborn Park. All are welcome.
Read More‘Finding Dory’ held over for third week
Area residents who haven’t yet seen the Pixar/Disney blockbuster “Finding Dory” can still see it without leaving Greene County. The Sierra Community Theatre in Jefferson has held “Finding Dory” for a third week, with a Sunday matinee at 2 pm and evening shows at 7 pm through July 7.
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