The Scranton community fundraiser, postponed in 2020 due to the pandemic, is slated for Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. A committee has begun planning the event, which raises money for several causes in and near Scranton. The evening will begin with live music from Backroads Roots and supper catered by Lidderdale Country Store and Greene County producer groups. Various auction items…
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Ham on the menu at VFW Thursday supper
Members of VFW Post 9599 and the VFW auxiliary are hosting supper Thursday, May 6, from 5 to 6:30 pm at the hall at 109 N. Chestnut St in Jefferson. The menu will feature sliced ham, baked potato, a choice of corn or peas, and dessert. A free will donation will be accepted. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there will…
Read MoreExtension expert says to let children play in mud for fun and learning
A little dirt and water can create mud, as well as limitless opportunities for children to play and learn, according to Cindy Thompson, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. “Mud is squishy, slimy, sloppy and wonderful! The joy children experience playing in mud is second only to the many benefits associated with mud play,” said…
Read MoreBackyard bird feeders encouraged to keep feeders clean
Each year, especially during late winter, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) receives reports of sick or dead birds at feeder locations, particularly in the southern part of the state. Unsanitary conditions at bird feeders can lead to the spread of several diseases amongst birds that frequent these feeders. Aspergillosis, a disease caused by a fungus which often grows…
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April 27, 2021 Rippey public library news by Phyllis Bardole, librarian I am still waiting for spring to arrive! We get cloudy skies but no rain. The weatherman is promising 80 degrees by Monday. I am ready! I received some books this week and have them in the library. I got another book by Heather Gudenkauf, an Iowa author. This is entitled…
Read MoreNew DNR video shows how to correctly plant trees
April is Arbor Month and a new five-minute video produced by the Iowa DNR aims to help residents learn to properly plant trees and avoid very common mistakes—vital to the longevity of new plantings. “Learning to correctly plant trees really determines the longevity of that tree’s life,” said DNR urban forestry specialist Gabbi Edwards. “What we find at tree planting…
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April 21, 2021 The students of Janice Johnston performed their Spring Music Recital at the Rippey Community Center on Sunday, April 18. There were solos on the piano and violin, with some playing both instruments. Performing their selections were Ethan Hooper, Daniel Cerveny, John Kenyon, Carilyn Kenyon and Connor Kenyon. A tasty meal and visiting was enjoyed by those who…
Read MoreBoa’s story – a ‘warm, fuzzy’ story about a little dog, dedicated volunteers, and a bit of luck
For all of you who know about People for Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), and those of you who do not, we are the board of directors for the Greene County Animal Shelter, a very small 501(c)(3) county shelter located in Jefferson. The majority of our dealings with Greene County’s animals is handling stray cats and dogs, and either returning them…
Read MoreGrCo Democrats donate trees to eight county towns
With the assistance of Trees Forever, Brad Riphagen, and with the use of some funds from a donation from Shelly Stotts’ campaign, Greene County Democrats are funding an oak tree sapling for each of the county’s towns. Committees in each town are in the process of identifying where the trees will be planted on community property and getting the permissions.…
Read MorePlans told for Extension and Outreach Week, April 12-17
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Week is April 12-17. Iowa’s 100 county Extension offices will host activities throughout the week to thank Iowans for their support of extension efforts throughout the state. “The challenges of the past year changed how ISU Extension and Outreach serves Iowans, but not why: We want a strong Iowa. We are here for you…
Read MoreCattlemen donate beef to food pantry
The Greene County Cattlemen’s Association recently donated $2,000 worth of beef to Action Resource Center food pantry. Shown with a portion of the donated beef products are from the left: Jill Rose, Faye Wiley, and Shirley Haupert of ARC with Cattlemen President Justin Robbins. The Cattlemen thanked the donors who provide the funds that make donations like this possible. “Eat Beef!”…
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April 5, 2021 Rippey public library news – This week is Library Week. When I was hired 2-1/2 years ago our library was going to be 75 years old. We were going to celebrate with an open house and have cookies and punch. I was going to see how many could read 75 books! Fast forward to this year. We have…
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