The party is only part of the fun What does a snowman do in the Bahamas? Beta Tau Delta and staff at the Jefferson public library invite children in kindergarten through third grade to find out at ‘Olaf’s Winter Beach Party.’ The fun is planned for Wednesday, Dec. 9, from 2 to 3:30 pm, at the library. There is no charge…
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U.S. Postal Service gears up for holiday season
WASHINGTON — The Postal Service expects to deliver a total of approximately 15.5 billion cards, letters, flats, and packages during the 2015 holiday season. In addition, the Postal Service projects approximately 600 million packages will be delivered between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, which is an increase of 10.5 percent over last year’s volume. In time for the holidays, the Postal…
Read MoreNorthey encourages Iowans to consider Iowa-grown Christmas trees
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey again encouraged Iowans to consider choosing a fresh, Iowa grown Christmas tree to decorate their home this holiday season. “Selecting a fresh Christmas tree can be part of a great family tradition and is an opportunity to connect with an Iowa farmer and support the local economy,” Northey said. “Iowa is…
Read MoreWeather data, week ending Nov. 27
The first snow of the season fell in Jefferson Nov. 20. The forecast called for 4 to 8 inches, and according to volunteer weather observer John Beltz, Jefferson received four inches. Weather was again challenging on Thanksgiving Day, as freezing rain caused some travelers to change plans. Jefferson received .84 inches of rain during the 24 hours that began at…
Read MoreThe nine R’s of holiday shopping
Consumer tips to protect your purchases DES MOINES – Attorney General Tom Miller offers the following tips to Iowans shopping in stores or online for this holiday season: Research the product and retailer: If you know what you’re looking for, research before you buy. If you see more than one advertisement for something offered at different prices, make sure it’s…
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net Nov. 23, 2015 Friends of Rippey breakfast Dec. 5: The Friends of Rippey will again provide a “Calendar Day” community breakfast on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 8 am to noon. All are invited to attend. A free will offering/donation will be accepted.
Read MoreMiddle school students hold first Learning Fair
The Greene County Middle School Building LEAD Team remembered the Science Fairs of years ago when they in early June to discuss possible learning goals for the students in their building. Besides the ‘fun’ environment, the team revisited the quality hands-on learning and self-directed research that some of them did as they participated in those events. Additionally, they noted the…
Read MoreTelly the elf returns to Jefferson Telecom
Jefferson Telecom plans to welcome back “Telly,” the Elf on the Shelf® to the showroom starting Friday, Nov. 27 through Dec. 24, 2015. The Elf on the Shelf story written by Carol V. Aebersold and Chandra A. Bell has become a popular holiday classic. The Elf on the Shelf is a special scout elf sent from the North Pole to…
Read MoreGreene County NHS inducts new members
The Greene County High School chapter of the National Honor Society inducted 17 new members Sunday, Nov. 15. Current NHS members led the induction with guest speaker Abby McConnell. Following the induction there was a reception for the newest members in the high school cafeteria with the buffet being catered by the Ram Restaurant.
Read MoreThanksgiving service Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church
Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson will hold a special service Wednesday, the eve of Thanksgiving Day, at 7 pm. “In this world of increasing conflict and turmoil you are invited to spend a few moments in the peace of Jesus,” a church spokesperson said. “We will be gathering together in the name of the Lord Jesus to receive His gifts…
Read MoreCalling young grapplers: JPRD program starts soon
Registrations are being accepted now for the Jefferson park and recreation department’s wrestling program for boys and girls in kindergarten through second grade.
Read MoreGreene County Chamber completes tourism inventory
The Greene County Chamber of Commerce was recognized at the 2015 Iowa Tourism Conference for completing its County Tourism Asset inventory. The county inventory was conducted as part of the Iowa Tourism Industry Sector Plan, a statewide planning process designed to develop a shared vision and plan to maintain, and grow, Iowa’s competitive position as a destination.
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