~from ISU Extension and Outreach Children and adults benefit from being supported by a strong family unit, no matter how it is defined. This support can come from parents with a positive relationship, extended family and friends, and the community, says Joy Rouse, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Nick Stinnett and John D. Defrain…
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March 29, 2021 Rippey United Methodist Church, Pastor Catherine Stokes Thursday April 1 – Maundy Thursday service at 7 pm @ Rippey UMC Friday April 2 – Good Friday service at 7 pm @ Perry UMC We continue with in-person worship. Masks are required. Please social distance. Guidance from the conference says we can sing again, as long as we…
Read MoreJefferson tree committee offers low-cost trees for residents
Jefferson residents or businesses that lost a yard tree in the August derecho or who need a new shade tree for their yard can order high quality, low-cost trees from the Jefferson tree committee, with funding from Alliant Energy, Trees Forever and the city of Jefferson. Landscape quality shade and understory trees that typically range in cost from $80 to…
Read MoreJeff library re-opens Wednesday
The Jefferson public library will re-open to the public Wednesday, March 32. Masks or face coverings will be required. Temporary hours will be Monday and Wednesday from 1 to 6 pm, Friday from 1 to 5 pm, and Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. The library will be closed Tuesday and Thursday. Library staff is looking forward to seeing…
Read MoreDNR suggests boating safety courses for spring
It may not feel like boating season yet, but the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), along with boating safety advocates nationwide, are urging boaters to KeepYourEdge by enrolling in a boating education course this spring. “Education is the key to having a safe and enjoyable day on the water, and spring is the perfect time to take a course…
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March 22, 2021 RIPPEY LIBRARY Website: www.rippey.lib.ia.us / Email rippeyli@windstream.net / Hours: Mon-Fri 2- 5 pm ~by Phyllis Bardole, librarian The first few days of spring have been enjoyable. It hasn’t been bad weather, but the wind seems to make it seem cooler. I am ready for green grass and flowers. My magnolia tree is starting to bud. I hope…
Read MoreEaster egg hunt returns for 2021
After a Covid-related break last year, the Jefferson Kiwanis and Jefferson Park and Recreation will once again host an Easter egg hunt for toddlers through third grade children. The hunt will be Saturday, March 27, at Greene County Community Center. Registration will begin at 3:30 pm, with line-up at 4 pm, followed very quickly by the hunt. All children will…
Read MoreLifelong learning online at ISU
Iowans older than 50 who love to learn can now take advantage of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Iowa State University. All programming is now online with Zoom. OLLI at ISU is a lifelong learning program for anyone age 50 or older. There are no tests, just an opportunity to learn for the fun of learning alongside other…
Read MoreSelf talk in parenting (and life)
~by Lori Korthals, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach human sciences specialist, family life Self-talk is one of the most important conversations parents can have. Self talk is that inner voice we hear. It talks to us after we’ve made a decision. It talks to us after we’ve acted in a certain way. Self talk can be positive or negative,…
Read MoreRam Restaurant opens next week
With a tagline “New home, new memories, same service,” Greene County culinary students are ready to open the 2021 season for Ram Restaurant, located at the new high school at 1901 N. Grimmell Road in Jefferson. Ram Restaurant will be open for lunch Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, March 23 through May 27, serving from 11:30 am to 1 pm. The…
Read MoreAmerican Legion donates flag to Welcome Center
American Legion Post 11 recently donated a US flag with the standard and eagle topper to the Welcome Center at Thomas Jefferson Gardens. Pictured with the flag are Legionnaires Elvin Thompson, Louis Swanson, Dan Wise, Kenny Arbuckle, Earl Cherryholmes, Jim Andrew and Darrel Stephan. The post meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 pm. All veterans are welcome.…
Read MoreExtension, Thomas Jefferson Gardens, Trees Forever collaborate on horticulture program
A collaboration of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Greene County, Thomas Jefferson Gardens of Greene County and Trees Forever is organizing a program on ”What Tree Should I Plant”. Jefferson resident Brad Riphagen of Trees Forever will be the speaker on Tuesday, March 23, at 10 am. He will discuss replacing and planting of trees lost in the August…
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