The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation has the camera ready for a volunteer photoshoot this summer during the Iowa State Fair. The Foundation needs help finding Iowans from across the state that go above and beyond to make their communities a picture- perfect place to live. With the support of Cookies Food Products, the Blue Ribbon Foundation’s Iowan of…
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Greene County Singers slate Sunday concert
The Greene County Singers will present a spring concert, “Say It With Music” on Sunday, May 19. The event is scheduled in the Presbyterian Church in Jefferson with the music beginning at 3 pm.
Read MoreRotary provides funds for Webb House
Middle school students who use the Webb House are enjoying a new outdoor dodge ball court funded through a grant from the Jefferson Rotary Foundation. The new sturdy structure replaces a structure made of PVC pipe and plastic snow fence that proved not to be as rugged as the players.
Read MoreIt’s time to move the food pantry
The contents of the Action Resource Center (food pantry) will be moved to their new location on N. Vine St later this week and volunteers are needed. Clothing will be moved Wednesday, May 22, from 12 to 2 pm. The freezers and meat will be oved Saturday, May 25, beginning at 8:30 am. The ARC board will welcome volunteers with…
Read MoreElementary track meet this Friday
The Greene County Elementary track meet for students in grades 2-4 will beheld Friday, May 24, starting at 12 noon at the Greene County High School track. The rain date will be Tuesday, May 28. All are welcome to come watch the students participate.
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
May 13, 2019 NOTICES – Another planning meeting for Rippey’s 150th birthday will be held Sunday, May 19, at 2 pm in the community center. Everyone is welcome to attend and be a part of the planning for the sesquicentennial which will be held June 27, 2020.
Read MoreRegister now for fall youth football
Early bird discount through May 31 The Greene County Youth Athletic Association (GCYAA) reminds parents that registration for 2019 fall youth football is now open. Parents can visit www.gcyaa.org to fill out the online registration. Parents will create a profile and enter information only once that will save time for future registrations.
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May 5, 2019 The Rippey Lions Club held its monthly meeting with a potluck meal served. During the business meeting, the slate of officers was elected for the 2019-20 and future donations were discussed, including support for the celebration of Rippey’s 150th observance in June of 2020.
Read MoreNat’l accreditation for Jefferson Matters: Main Street
Jefferson Matters: Main Street has been designated as an accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. Each year, the National Main Street Center and its partners announce the list of accredited Main Street America programs to recognize their exemplary commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main…
Read MorePAWS garage sale is this week
PAWS (People for Animal Welfare Society) will hold its annual fundraising garage sale May 9-11 at Clover Hall at the Greene County Fairgrounds. Proceeds from the sale benefit animals in Greene County, including veterinary services and low-income assistance and educational programs. for pet owners.
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April 29, 2019 Team Velda held its annual “Roaring Rippey Bake Sale” at the Greene County Relay for Life event Saturday, raising funds in memory of Velda DeMoss. The team appreciates the support for this effort and for all who are part of the team.
Read MoreRelay for Life changed some but not slowed down due to weather
Cold, rainy weather changed some small details of the Relay for Life of Greene County Saturday, but it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm or camaraderie of the event. The traditional Survivors Lap to open the Relay was held indoors on the main floor of the Greene County Community Center rather than on the east sidewalk, and the 5K run/walk was brisk…
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