April 21, 2020 The annual Rippey alumni party scheduled for Saturday, May 23, has been cancelled. Keep healthy, everybody. East Greene class of ‘64 on Zoom – Through the wonders of technology, members of the East Greene class of 1964 joined in a Zoom meeting initiated by class member Ralph Miller. He and his wife are visiting with his wife’s…
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Jeff Telephone Co Charitable Trust donates to ARC
Jefferson Telephone Company Charitable Trust recently donated $10,000 to Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (ARC) to assist area residents struggling due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Greene County ARC is located at 1006 N. Vine St in Jefferson. Director Shirley Haupert, along with a steady stream of volunteers, open the facility’s doors every Wednesday morning from 8:30-11:30 am and by…
Read MoreGrow Greene County funding COVID-19 assistance
Grow Greene County Gaming Corporation provides assistance to Greene County during COVID-19 Grow Greene County held its annual awards night on April 7 but the board quickly moved to exploring how they could assist in immediate needs arising from COVID-19 throughout the county. This pandemic has made a huge impact on the people of all ages.
Read MoreConstruction on new school going well
Despite all of the chaos going on around us due to COVID-19, contractors are able to comply with social distancing recommendations and are continuing to make good progress on the construction of the new high school and career academy, Greene County school superintendent Tim Christensen reported last week.
Read MoreLocal resources for challenging times
ISU Extension and Outreach in Greene County has compiled directory of services available to help county residents with issues that may arise during this time of COVID-19 mitigation. The list provides contact information for a wide variety of services including ACCESS (domestic or sex assault), Action Resource Center food pantry, Greene County Behavioral Health, Good Samaritan fund, New Opportunities, RSVP…
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April 13, 2020 History Day virtual judging – I have participated as one of the judges for the state National History Day competition in Iowa for the last seven or eight years. This contest is a wonderful way for students to explore a given theme in Iowa history and beyond.
Read More4-H-to-Go STEM projects part of school sack lunches
Greene County Extension staff delivered 670 4-H-to-Go STEM kits to Greene County and Paton-Churdan schools to be handed out with school lunches last week. “Each kit has directions and supplies for youth to complete an unplugged STEM activity,” said Kayla Willms, Greene County Youth & 4-H coordinator. Kits are financially sponsored by the Greene County 4-H Young Leader Team. “This…
Read MoreJPRD planning Quarantine Challenge
The Jefferson park and recreation department is holding a Quarantine Challenge, a fitness event participants can do on their own while practicing social distancing. The challenge is to run/walk 26.2 miles and bike 112 miles in the three weeks starting April 20. A body weight component to the challenge is optional.
Read MoreLamb Producers hold annual banquet
The annual Greene County Lamb Producer banquet was held Saturday, March 14. The meal of smoked leg of lamb was prepared by the Lamb Producers with side dishes and dessert catered by Lidderdale Country Store. Following the meal, Steve Karber reported on the progress of the Greene County community lamb barn project for 4-H youngsters. Sixteen 4-H members with 21…
Read MoreClass of ’69 donates cash to food pantry
The Jefferson Community High School class of ‘69 is contributing $2000 to the Greene County food pantry (Greene County Christian Action Resource Center) to honor the beliefs of the Class of 69 – to invest in those who need support and to help build a better future. Tom and Sue Wind presented the check to Shirley Haupert this past week.
Read MoreWhat’s your good news?
Have you “caught” someone doing something extra for a friend, neighbor or stranger recently? Maybe it’s someone is who always quietly giving, or maybe it’s someone who feels compelled to respond to challenging times by giving a bit more of himself or herself. GreeneCountyNewsOnline invites readers to share those stories. The giver can remain anonymous if you’d like.
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March 30, 2020 CHURCH SERVICES – Pastors Paul Burrow and Pastor Cat have joined other pastors on Facebook to continue their ministry. Several hold church services online, and it’s nice to see former pastor Deb Parkison and hear her sing! Palm Sunday and Easter services are going to be online. Who would have imagined it! Blessings to all through this…
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