A pair of completed Helping Hands projects will be celebrated and dedicated next Sunday afternoon, Oct. 5, in Jefferson. Erich Kretzing, executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Boone and Greene Counties, explains, “when meager retirement checks are stretched to cover basic living expenses, there’s little chance for paying thousands of dollars to a contractor when a roof fails or…
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Holiday clearance…. including Christmas!
The Greene County Medical Center auxiliary is making room for new merchandise at its Gift Garden gift shop at the medical center with a clearance sale this week. Shoppers will find mark downs on a variety of holiday items, including Christmas items, through Saturday. Hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 4 pm, and Saturday from 9 am to…
Read MoreSneak preview of St Patrick Celtic guitar performance
St. Patrick historic church in Cedar Township will be the venue for a special concert by acclaimed Celtic fingerstyle guitarist Jerry Barlow Sunday, Oct. 5, 11 am. The church is located on E Ave north of County Road E-19 three miles west of Churdan. The program is free to the community.
Read MoreJefferson Matters to serve pie at last farmers market
This Tuesday, Sept. 30, is the last Greene County farmers market for the season. Instead of a supper, Jefferson Matters: Main Street will serve pie, ice cream and lemonade or coffee. This last market of the season has been dubbed, “Putting the Farmers Market to Bed, Sweet Dreams.” The pie and beverage is being coordinated by the organization committee of Jefferson…
Read MoreResidents at The Gardens get trike train rides
The pretty September weather this week was perfect weather for bike rides, and John Brunow, owner of All Ability Cycles, shared the fun with residents at The Gardens assisted living facility. Brunow took his “trike train” – connected delta style trikes – and spent Monday afternoon helping residents share a bike ride around the neighborhood. He’s done similar rides previously,…
Read MoreRegister for Money Talk series by Oct. 1
An ISU Extension and Outreach financial management course will begin in early October for individuals and couples interested in taking charge of their money. Wednesday, Oct. 1, is the requested deadline for reservations. After that day, registrations will be accepted only if space is available. Session topics include financial basics (setting financial goals and planning your spending), insurance basics, investing…
Read MoreJPRD hosts NFL Punt, Pass & Kick competition
The Jefferson park and recreation department hosted the NFL Punt, Pass & Kick local competition last Tuesday, Sept. 23. Boys and girls ages 6-15 years were invited to compete in this free event, and 29 youngsters accepted the invitation. All participants earned certificates and the top three places in each age division earned ribbons.
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Please send your news item to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net Friends of Rippey: The Friends of Rippey met on Sunday evening, Sept. 21, with 17 members present. The group is hoping to finish some projects over the next few months. They decided to have a breakfast on the first Saturday in December to coincide with Calendar Days that the banks…
Read More‘The Sisters’ reading specialists visit Greene County elementary
Greene County elementary teachers had a rare opportunity last Wednesday. Gail Boushey (left) and Joan Moser (right), known in education circles as “The Sisters,” were in the building most of the day. Staff was still excited about the day as they spoke at the board of education meeting that evening.
Read MoreGCHS students score higher than state average on ACT
Greene County High School principal had great news to share with the board of education at the board’s regular meeting Wednesday. Average scores for the 2014 ACT have been released, and GCHS students scored higher than the state average in every content area. Phillips provided average scores, with the GCHS score listed first, followed by the state average: English, 22.4,…
Read MorePaton-Churdan planning Color-A-Thon fundraiser
Registrations due by Oct. 3 Paton-Churdan will host a Color-A-Thon Saturday, Oct. 25, at 11 am. Organizers hope to raise $5,000 to go towards facility upgrades in the athletic department. The Color-A-Thon is an 3K run/walk for people of all ages. The route will begin and end at the school, with a trek around Churdan in the middle. Throughout the course…
Read MoreJPRD plans dog obedience, kids’ coloring contest
The Jefferson park and recreation department will offer a beginning dog obedience class Tuesday evenings, Oct. 7 through Nov. 18 (no class Oct. 14) from 6:30 to 7:30 pm at the Greene County Community Center. Instructor for the class is Linn Price, LVT. Price has decades of experience teaching dog obedience classes and can teach any willing human how to…
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