The Jefferson Benevolent Patriotic Order of Does recently made a pair of donations to local organizations. The Does support the community with the proceeds of various fundraisers including an Election Day soup luncheon, selling pie at the farmers market, and catering private and community events.
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It’s time to stop pruning oak trees
Spring is on its way. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) suggests finishing pruning oak trees by the end of the second week in March to prevent the spread of oak wilt. “The best way to prevent the spread of oak wilt is to not prune any oak tree between the middle of March and the start of November,”…
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RIPPEY UMC – Rippey United Methodist and Fairview United Methodist Churches will join the Perry United Methodist Church congregation for Ash Wednesday services at 7 pm. All are welcome to attend at 1100 Third Street in Perry. Rippey Lions Club – The Rippey Lions Club will hold their regular meeting on Thursday, March 3, at the Rippey United Methodist Church…
Read MoreGrCo HS tells second tri honor roll
Greene County High School students were named to the high honor roll (grade point average 3.50 or higher) for the second trimester as follows: Seniors: Addison Adcock, Oliver Andre, Lucy Dudley, Christopher Finley, Afton Funcke, Brenner Gallagher, Rym Gherairi, Brianna Habben, Blake Hamann, Zainysh Hernandez Vargas, Veronica Johnson, Carissa Keenan, Landon Kniffin, Brayton Kohl, Ethan Larsen, Jackson Morton, Aidan Neil,…
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February 24, 2022 Washington Township Trustees are receiving bids for mowing Rippey and/or Angus Cemeteries. Please submit bids to: Jean Borgeson, Clerk, 1951 310th St. Rippey, IA, 50235 by March 1, 2022. The Rippey library is hosting an inaugural poem display through February. There is a framed copy of Amanda Gorman’s poem, “The Hill We Climb,” from President Joe Biden’s inauguration…
Read MoreGrant from Presbytery promotes better mental health
The Grand Junction Presbyterian Church recently applied for and received a $3,000 grant from the Presbytery for a program at the Greene County High School entitled “From At Risk to At Bliss.” The program provides food, hygiene products and warm clothing through at-risk liaison and counselor Emily Gannon. It often promotes improved mental health.
Read MoreExtension offers course in couples relationships
Roses from Valentine’s Day eventually will wilt and the chocolates will be consumed. For a long-lasting gift, consider elevating your relationship to the next level, suggest human sciences specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. ELEVATE is a couples’ education curriculum, offered virtually, that blends practical skills with an understanding of the physiology of human interaction to enhance healthy…
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The Rippey Lions Club served over 200 BRR riders and others who came to share roast beef sundaes, chili, bars and beverages Saturday, Feb. 5. A good time was had by all. In addition to Lions Club members, Myron and Maralynn, Mary and Rick Liebich, Rick Fazel, Greg Jacobs and Nancy and Dale Hanaman, other volunteers who helped were Greg’s…
Read MoreRobbins Land and Cattle LLC honored by National Cattlemen
~courtesy of The Scranton Journal Robbins Land and Cattle of Scranton is one of six regional honorees of the Environmental Stewardship Award Program, organized by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA). Justin and Lacie Robbins, owners of Robbins Land and Cattle, LLC, received Region III honors at the 2022 Cattle Industry Convention, in Houston, TX. The Environmental Stewardship Award…
Read MoreFebruary is American Heart Month
Heart disease is responsible for more deaths in America than all forms of cancer combined, causing one out of every four deaths. That means about 659,000 people in the United States die from heart disease or its side effects each year and about 805,000 people in the United States have a heart attack each year. The good news is, Greene…
Read MoreFinancial tools topic of Extension program
Better equip yourself with tools and resources to help others define their financial goals, use credit wisely, manage debt effectively and access appropriate community resources by attending a 4-hour virtual program featuring the “Your Money, Your Goals” toolkit developed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The February 23 program, facilitated by ISU Extension and Outreach, is designed for service providers,…
Read MoreHOPES program receives state credential
Greene County public health’s HOPES program has earned the Iowa Family Support Credential through the Iowa Department of Management and Public Health. The Iowa Family Support Credential is awarded to family support and parent education programs that are validated through an external evaluation to be in substantial adherence to the Iowa Family Support Standards. The Iowa Family Support Standards are…
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