All are invited to “A Night of Christmas Music” tonight, Dec. 21, at 5 pm at the First Baptist Church, 104 W. Central Ave, in Jefferson. The Christmas concert/sing-along will feature the talents of Levi Dawson.
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The top Good News story last Sunday was the price of gas, and the good news has gotten even better. Last Saturday, Dec. 13, the price of a gallon of gasoline in Jefferson was $3.33, 16 cents less than the previous Monday. The price of gas is still sliding downward…. all the way to $2.14 Saturday afternoon, Dec. 20.
Read MoreChurches tell Christmas schedules
Area churches have announced Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services as follows: Paton Presbyterian Church will host a traditional Christmas Eve program of carols and readings with the children Tuesday, Dec. 23, at 7 pm. Trinity Lutheran Church, Jefferson, Christmas Eve at 5:30 pm, Christmas Day at 9:30 am Central Christian Church, Jefferson, Christmas Eve at 5:30 pm Grand Junction…
Read MoreARC receives holiday donations
Members of the Jefferson Garden Club skipped gifts at the club’s annual Christmas luncheon and instead donated cash to the Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (ARC) food pantry. Pictured in club member Jeanne Myer (left) presenting a check for $150 to ARC coordinator Dianne Blackmer.
Read MoreCookies and apples for Santa and his reindeer
The inside story is that Santa leaves extra presents for families who treat the reindeer as the special creatures they are. These cherry oatmeal cookies celebrate the red nose of the most famous reindeer of all, Rudolph. A little flattery of Rudolph won’t hurt the gift deposit under your Christmas tree. For the recipe, click here: Cherry Oatmeal Cookies And,…
Read MoreWeather data, week ending Dec. 19
After a mild 10 days or so, Mother Nature reminded area residents that she does intend to send along winter this year. High temperatures declined quickly mid-week, according to data provided by volunteer weather observer John Beltz. Beltz gives date for the 24 hours preceding 7 am on the date listed.
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Rippey News December 15, 2014 Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net The Rippey United Methodist Church choir, under the direction of Brenda Roberts and accompanist, Angela Abbas, presented the cantata “Were You There on That Christmas Night” by Lloyd Larson on Sunday, Dec. 14. The cantata was dedicated in memory of Velda DeMoss. “Velda was a…
Read MoreWho thought we’d see these gas prices?
A GreeneCountyNewsOnline Good News post Oct. 12 noted that gas had fallen below $3 a gallon in Jefferson during the previous week. AAA of Minnesota predicted the price would continue to drop; the prediction was correct. The price fell twice this past week. On Monday, the price was at $2.49. It had been there for a few weeks, and it…
Read MoreSt Patrick brings back a bygone Christmas
Historic St Patrick Catholic Church in Cedar Township was decked out in holiday finery for a concert last Sunday by two ensembles from All Strings Attached in Carroll. The church no longer has regular masses. As an oratory, mass is celebrated there only on St Patrick’s Day and Memorial Day. The brick church that now stands was built in 1919…
Read MoreReaders invited to share their holidays
All GreeneCountyNewsOnline readers are invited and encouraged to send along greetings or favorite holiday memories, photos, or recipes to share with GCNO readers in the next couple of weeks. Last year readers shared memories and holiday traditions. Some were touching and some were very practical. One reader shared a story of Christmas Eve candlelight suppers of peanut butter and jelly…
Read MoreBell Tower Festival planning meeting slated
Deadline near for logo submission Planning continues for the 2015 Bell Tower Festival, Bell Tower Big Top. The Greene County Chamber’s events committee, led by Toni Linberg, will meet Monday, Dec. 15, at 5:30 pm at the Chamber office, located at 220 N. Chestnut St in Jefferson. Anyone who has ideas to offer or who would like to share an…
Read MoreHigh school Dessert Concert is Monday evening
Wonderful desserts and music performed by Greene County High School musicians are in store for all who attend the annual Dessert Concert Monday, Dec. 15, in the middle school gymnasium. Doors will open at 6:45 pm, with the music starting at 7:30. Those who arrive early will have their first choice of dessert and will have plenty of time to…
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