On Veteran’s Day, November 11, a special Tower Tunes Live concert will be performed by Mahanay Maestro Rick Morain. From 12:15 to 12:30 pm, the public is invited to listen to the four-octave carillon concert. Morain’s playlist will certainly be selections to honor our military veterans. The Veteran’s Day concert is part of the regular Tower Tunes Live concert series…
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In the neighborhood
November 1, 2021 The weather cooperated for an evening of Halloween fun in Rippey on Sunday, Oct. 31. Cars were parked on Main St with families handing out treats to the many kids, some adults and at least one dog, who dressed in the various favorite characters of the season. The library was open for viewing several decorated pumpkins that…
Read MoreFFA holding fall fundraising sale
The Greene County FFA chapter will hold its annual fall fundraiser Nov. 1-9. FFA members will take orders for fruit, meat and cheese, candy, Butter Braids, and popcorn. Delivery will be the second week of December. Proceeds from the fundraiser make it possible for FFA members to attend the national and state FFA conventions, conferences, and contests; to do learning…
Read MoreFall is a great time to plant a shade tree
It’s not too late to plant some varieties of shade trees before winter sets in. Fall is an ideal time to plant new trees with mild temperatures and adequate ground moisture. “Properly planted trees will have a better opportunity for a long healthy life,” said Iowa DNR district forester Mark Vitosh. Improperly planted trees more easily succumb to wind and…
Read MoreVolunteer Award to Scouts, Elks
Jefferson Cub Scout Pack 534, Boy Scout Troop 534, and Elks Lodge 2306 were recently awarded the Governor’s Volunteer Award for beautifying roadways annually since 1990. The three groups recently picked up debris and cleaned the ditches along a two-mile stretch of Highway 4 south of Jefferson.
Read MoreHomelessness topic of Community Conversation Nov. 4
Kyle Kinne and Andy McGinn, co-chairs of the Greene County Homeless Coalition, will speak at the Community Conversations series Thursday, Nov. 4, at 5:30 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 801 W. Lincoln Way, in Jefferson. They will discuss what the coalition is doing to serve the homeless and others in the county. They’ll also provide contact information for persons who…
Read MorePrograms slated on digital archive of county publications
The history of every town and neighborhood in the county is available in the Community History Archives available digitally at county libraries. The digital archive is a cooperative project of the Greene County Library Association to preserve and provide free access to newspapers, books and other resources that have recorded the history of the county. Jeff Brown of Advantage Archives…
Read MorePancake supper Nov. 6 in Scranton
Scranton Betterment will serve a pancake supper Saturday, Nov. 6, from 5 to 6:30 pm in the Scranton Community Center lunch room. Free will donations will be accepted. Persons can call ahead for carry-outs at 515-370-3016. To arrange for delivery in Scranton, call the same number by Friday, Nov. 5, at 5 pm.
Read MoreLocal FFA members attend Greenhand Fire-Up
Each year the southwest FFA district and Iowa FFA officers plan and facilitate Greenhand Fire Up Conferences for FFA members in the southwest district. Atlantic welcomed FFA chapters from all over the southwest district on Oct. 13. While at Atlantic, district and state officers lead four interactive workshops for first year high school FFA members, also known as Greenhands, for…
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
October 11, 2021 Lions Club – The Rippey Lions Club shared a potluck meal at their regular meeting. As part of the business / planning meeting, the group considered fundraising plans, including a pancake meal in November, working on a list of those who might be interested in joining, community and other projects for the year ahead. The next…
Read MoreWild Rose donates to Greene County Early Learning Center
Dedicated to the growth and vitality of the community, Wild Rose Casino has provided a $100,000 lead gift to Greene County Early Learning Center, a nonprofit childcare center serving children and families from throughout Greene County. With this significant donation, Wild Rose helps ensure that “Growth Happens Here” by supporting the construction of the center’s new building in Jefferson. This…
Read MoreParents asked to read 20 minutes a day with kids
At the start of the new school year, Greene County Schools reading specialists ask parents to support reading at home. “Please encourage your child to read 20 minutes a day. Reading 20 minutes a day can help your child grow and apply reading skills of phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension that teachers work with them on during the day,” said reading…
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