Category: Good News

Arthur Hardman of Jefferson was chosen to carry the banner at the lead of the Iowa State Fair veterans’ parade Aug. 16. Hardman was nominated by MeLinda Madison, who wanted to recognize him and his wife Janet for the help they’ve given her as her medical power of attorney. The Hardmans and Madison received free admission to the fair that…

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Greene County FFA members participated in livestock and photography at the Iowa State Fair. Members showing livestock included Joe Davis, Kayla Muir, and Ethan Frederick in beef cattle  and diary cattle, Kyle Hughes in swine, Grace Curtis for goats, and Emma Halterman with horses. Victoria Peterson entered four photos as well.  Three students made it into the winner’s circle. Halteran…

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Shahan Club Lambs of Jefferson claimed honors at the Iowa State Fair wether sire/dam sheep show. Shahans placed first in black face ewe lamb 93-117.5, and third in black face eye lamb 118-124.5. In the Prospect cattle show, Muir Farms of Rippey placed first in commercial breeding heifer and second in registered market steer – AOB.

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Twins, Triplets and More –  Fairgoers and judges saw double (and triple) at the annual Twins, Triplets and More Contest at the Iowa State Fair. This contest judges twins, triplets, and other multiples based on most and least alike pairs and trios. Kay Moranville and Karen Pope of Jefferson were judged (again!) to be most alike in the age 18…

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A gift of $5,000 from the NEW Cooperative, Inc. and Land O’ Lakes will help ensure that “Growth Happens Here” at the Greene County Early Learning Center (GCELC), a nonprofit childcare center serving children and families from throughout Greene County.   NEW Cooperative, headquartered in Fort Dodge, joins other regional businesses in supporting the construction of a new building for…

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Amber Lawton of Jefferson was among the first Greene County resident to claim honors in judging at the 2021 Iowa State Fair. Lawton placed second in the peaches division of the Fleet Farm canned fruits competition, judge Aug. 10, prior to the opening of the fair. Entries were judged on appearance, selection of products and food safety. Lawton placed third…

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Greene County attorney Thomas Laehn will provide an update on the operation of the court system during the pandemic at a Community Conversation Thursday, Sept. 2, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 801 W. Lincoln Way, Jefferson. Fellowship and snacks will be shared beginning at 5 pm, with Laehn speaking at 5:30. All are welcome; there is no charge.

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August 11, 2021 Summer reading program – Rippey library concluded its summer reading program on Friday, Aug. 6. Kristina Campbell from the Blank Park Zoo, began the program reading, A Tale about Tails by Dr. Seuss, highlighting the summer reading theme, Trails and Tails. She introduced Athena, a leopard gecko to the audience and everyone had a close look with…

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Six of the seven local archers who competed for medals at the Iowa Games July 31 and Aug. 1 returned home with medals, reports coach Don Orris. Medal winners were: Kristin Wailes, gold – Young adult women, 803 score Jayden Carstensen, gold – Young adult male, 821 score Jax Carstensen, silver – Young adult male, 802 score Eli Carstensen, gold…

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Sneak peek Thursday from 6 to 8 pm PAWS (People for Animal Welfare Society) is holding its annual fundraising garage sale Aug. 12-14 at Clover Hall at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Jefferson. A sneak peek will be held Thursday, Aug. 12, from 6 to 8 pm. There is a $3 entry fee; free for children 10 and younger. Regular…

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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a program to teach skills needed to hunt, field dress and cook waterfowl to youth who have little to no waterfowl hunting experience on Aug. 28, at the Olofson Shooting Range, near Polk City. The workshop will feature knowledge and skills building sessions with hands-on learning as well as a live-fire…

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