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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In the neighborhood
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…
Read MoreLocal archers successful at Iowa Games
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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PAWS garage sale Friday, Saturday
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…
Read MoreLearn to Hunt program includes youth waterfowl workshop
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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August 3, 2021 Borgeson reunion – The Borgeson family gathered Sunday evening for pictures and to celebrate the birthdays of Alan and Kane Borgeson, Sierra Hampton, and Seth Borgeson. The twins, Jayden and Sophia, even got early birthday presents from their aunts and uncles to take home. The birthday cake didn’t last long at that table! Those attending the festivities…
Read MoreGreene County Farm Bureau holds appreciation picnic
Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award presented to Brian Berns The Greene County Farm Bureau Distinguished Service to Agriculture award was presented to Brian Berns of Lohrville at the 2021 Greene County Farm Bureau member appreciation picnic held Tuesday, July 20, at the Grand Junction Community Center. About 55 members attended and shared a catered meal. Greene County Farm Bureau board…
Read MoreYard of the Month to Pam, Skeeter Hostetler
Colorful flower beds of filled with cheery blooms surround the home of Pam and Skeeter Hostetler, 305 N. Pinet St, chosen as the August 2021 Yard of the Month by the Jefferson Garden Club. Unique touches visible throughout the landscape show the couple’s creativity. An antique wagon centered with a bountiful display of red and white geranium along with their…
Read MoreMedical Center honored for 30 years as SHIIP location
‘Welcome to Medicare’ seminar slated for Aug. 18; register by Aug. 10 Greene County Medical Center’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), has been recognized by the State of Iowa for serving Jefferson and the surrounding communities for the last 30 years. As one of the first medical centers to become a SHIIP volunteer service center, Greene County Medical Center’s…
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IA Dept on Aging looking for centenarians
The Iowa Department on Aging is celebrating centenarians who are 100 years old or older. These individuals have lived through life experiences that most of us have only read about in books or seen in movies; their strength, endurance and collective wisdom inspires us all and they deserve to be recognized in a safe way. In an effort to recognize…
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