Category: Good News

Central Christian Church invites all to an evening of food, fellowship and fun Sunday, Feb. 17. Iowa singer-songwriter, Chad Elliott will perform in concert at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary. A free-will donation will be given directly to the artist. Elliott’s music appeals to a wide audience and all ages will enjoy the show. All are welcome.

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The population of Rippey grew by five times on Groundhog Day! Yes, an estimated 1200 bike riders came to little Rippey, population 250 persons. The 42nd annual Bike Ride to Rippey (BRR) was completed on Feb. 2. This 24 mile trek, hosted by the Perry Chamber of Commerce, once again filled the streets of Rippey with bicyclists from Iowa and…

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The Iowa Communications Alliance is pleased to announce the availability of one college scholarship to high school seniors who live in member service territories, payable at $1,500 per year for up to four years (up to $6,000 total). Since Jefferson Telecom is an independent telephone company, area students are eligible for the scholarship dollars.

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The Community Conversation Thursday,  Feb.7, will focus on changes in the services for county residents with mental health challenges or disabilities. Speakers will be Ellen Ritter, Greene County disability services coordinator, and Betty Stursma, disability service coordination officer. The Community Conversation will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church. Snacks will be served at 5 pm and the conversation will start…

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GreeneCountyNewsOnline will host Java & Juice Friday, Feb. 8, at the Welcome Center at Thomas Jefferson Gardens. Light refreshments will be served starting at 9:30 am, with community announcements at 9:45, followed by comments by Tori Riley, publisher of GCNO.

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Applications for scholarships offered by Greene County Medical Center and its Auxiliary are now being accepted with a deadline of March 20, 2019. The medical center offers a Healthcare Scholarship of up to $1,000 per year for up to four years to persons in the medical center’s service area who are entering or are already attending college in a healthcare…

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Jacob Labate of Jefferson graduated cum laude from Simpson College Dec. 15, 2018.  He earned a bachelor of arts degree in political science.

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Please send Rippey news to jeanb@iowatelecom.net January 29, 2019 Lions Club – The Rippey Lions Club will hold a potluck Thursday, Jan. 31, at 7 pm and prepare for serving food at the BRR Ride during the program time. Pastor Paul and Nancy Burrow are the coordinators for the meal.

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February 2019 events “Take a Book on a Date” Event – all February long – Choose a wrapped book to check out and maybe discover a new author or a new genre to explore! Bowling Tournament – all February long – Stop in to bowl a round on the Wii and show the librarian your score up to once a…

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A support group for all those who are dealing with grief is forming. The group will meet the first Saturday of each month from 10 to 11 am at the First Baptist Church, 104 W. Central Ave, in Jefferson.

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This Friday, Feb. 1, is National Wear Red Day®. National Wear Red Day is always the first Friday in February, which is designated at American Heart Month. The day is organized by Go Red For Women, which was created by the American Heart Association in 2004 to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke as the leading cause of death…

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Local American Field Service (AFS) chapter members will host a beefburger supper Friday, Feb. 1, from 5 to 7 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 801 W. Lincoln Way, in Jefferson. Carry-outs are available. Tickets are $5 in advance for adults and $6 at the door. Tickets for children fourth grade and younger are $3. Tickets are available from board members…

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