Many will remember Pat Daughtery, the high school basketball and baseball coach who managed the five summer teams representing Rippey—the Demons, the senior town team, and the teams in Pee Wee, Little League, Babe Ruth League. Patrick Bernard “Pat” Daugherty, 89, of Centennial, CO, passed away on July 17, 2024, surrounded by family. Pat was born in Cumberland, IA,…
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Trumpeter swan family at Dunbar slough
Marvin Kunce of Jefferson enjoys wildlife and photography. Recently he found this trumpeter swam family taking a swim at Dunbar Slough, southwest of Scranton. Trumpeter swans were reintroduced in Iowa several years ago. A pair was released at Dunbar but it is unknown if this family is related to the original set. The trumpeter swan is the largest species of…
Read MoreJefferson Telecom wraps up school supply drive
Jefferson Telecom proudly concludes its participation in the annual school supply drive organized by New Opportunities, Inc., marking the 13th year of this impactful community initiative. As a dedicated drop-off location, Jefferson Telecom played a key role in collecting donations from both customers and staff, contributing significantly to the drive’s success. This year’s drive, fully organized and managed by Teresa…
Read MoreState Fair exhibitors told
Judging of 2024 Greene County 4-H static exhibit entries took place Tuesday, July 9, at the Greene County Fairgrounds. A variety of judges rated exhibits in the areas of animals; agriculture and natural resources; creative arts; science, engineering, and technology; family and consumer sciences; and personal development. The static exhibit judging event was coordinated by static superintendents Stacy Hardaway, Michele…
Read MoreCounty Fair results told
The 2024 Greene County Fair 4-H Dog Agility Show was held on Tuesday, July 9, with the 4-H Dog Obedience and Showmanship Show held on Wednesday, July 10, both at the Greene County Fairgrounds. Jessica Fisher of Boone judged the dog agility show, Deb Owens of Luther judged obedience, and Jada Staples of Ames judged handling/showmanship and rally. The shows…
Read More4-H clothing, communication county fair results told
The 2024 Greene County Fair 4-H Clothing Event was held Tuesday, July 9, at the Greene County Fairgrounds. Thirteen exhibitors competed in the event, which was judged by Sherry Vogel of Gowrie. Youth participants also showcased their projects in the 4-H Fashion Show held Friday, July 12, at the fairgrounds. Results of the 2024 Greene County Fair 4-H Clothing Event…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation helps fund handicap-accessible entry at Ever Greene Ridge
Residents of Ever Greene Ridge are thrilled with work that has just been completed on the installation of a handicap-accessible entry. They are also extremely grateful for the support they received from the Greene County Community Foundation. “A $5,500 grant award this spring moved this project from our resident’s wish list to reality,” said Greene County Medical Center Foundation director…
Read MoreGreene County Fair Queen contestants named
A trio of young women are vying for the title of Greene County Fair Queen and the opportunity to compete in the Iowa State Fair Queen contest. The local contest will be held Wednesday, July 10, at 7 pm in Clover Hall on the fairgrounds. Contestants are (pictured below, from left) Grace Hardaway, Calleigh Fitzpatrick and Addison Gannon. A Little…
Read MoreBeta Tau Delta honors McDermott for 50 years of membership
Jan McDermott of Jefferson was recently honored by the Beta Tau Delta sorority for 50 years of membership. McDermott has held every office in the organization and was a chair of the very popular Charity Ball, which annually kicked off the Christmas holiday social season in Jefferson and was a major fundraising event for the sorority for 60+ years. She…
Read More4-H news
Greenbrier 4-H club The Greenbrier 4-H club met on June 10 at 7 pm in the Clover Hall. The Young Leaders reported that they helped paint roadblocks and cleaned the livestock buildings in preparation for the Greene County Fair, scheduled for July 9-14. Old business was livestock ID past due as of May 15. New business was Iowa State Fair entries…
Read MorePublic Health educating about use of sunscreen
Greene County Public Health team members have been busy in recent weeks delivering sunscreen and working to educate about sun safety. This annual project is made possible with a partnership between Public Health, the Iowa Cancer Consortium, the University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. “We have many community partners throughout…
Read MoreCounty Recorders Assn donates to Pink Tractor Foundation
Each summer the Iowa County Recorders Association meets for continuing education in one of the states’ six districts, and last week Okoboji was the meeting destination. Greene County recorder Deb McDonald attended. As elected officials, the recorders have a formal certification program which offers learning sessions that broadly impact their professional role in the county. Courses are focused on Leadership…
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