The Holiday of Lights, hosted by the Greene County Medical Center auxiliary, is now in progress in the main lobby at the medical center. A wide variety of decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, door decorations and centerpieces are being sold by silent auction now through Monday, Dec. 10. Bidding will close at 4 pm that day and the high bidders can…
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Wild Rose, Kiwanis partner for toy drive
Wild Rose Casino & Resort Jefferson will partner with the Jefferson Kiwanis to hold a Toys for a Cause toy drive Sunday, Nov. 18, from noon to 4 pm in the promenade of the casino. Wild Rose Casino and Resort employees along with Kiwanis members will donate new toys collected during the event to children in need over the holiday…
Read MoreTime for Christmas card photos with Fluffy or Fido
Pet owners have an opportunity to have their pet’s picture taken with Santa Claus in time for Christmas cards and holiday gifts. Animal Protection and Education (A.P.E.) has invited Santa to be at the Greene County Community Center Saturday, Nov. 17, from 1 to 3 pm. Images will be emailed to the pet owner for printing and use as desired.…
Read MoreA new sign for Thomas Jefferson Gardens
Thomas Jefferson Gardens has been awarded a signage mini grant to help pay for a bronze sign on the other side of the entrance gate similar to the present sign. The Jefferson Rotary Club partnered with Jefferson Matters: Main Street to offer mini grants in the Main Street district. Pictured is Roger Aegerter (left) of the Thomas Jefferson Gardens board…
Read MoreInteract Club finishes leaf raking project
4-H news
Greenbrier family potluck The Greenbrier 4-H club’s family potluck was held Sunday, Nov. 4, at the Presbyterian Church in Jefferson with 75 parents and members in attendance. This annual event celebrated the accomplishments of the club and its members over the last year.
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Please send Rippey news to jeanb@iowatelecom.net November 7, 2018 Rippey library news: Reminder: The Rippey Library will be closed Monday, Nov. 12, in observance of Veterans Day. The Halloween party at the Rippey library was attended by approximately 30 colorfully-costumed persons who enjoyed admiring each other’s attire and eating hot dogs, chips and drink before traipsing off to trick-or-treat in…
Read MoreAmazing Race nets $1,755 for BOOST
Members of BOOST (Bringing Optimism and Opportunities to Students and Teachers) accepted a check last week for $1,755 from the organizers of Greene County’s inaugural Amazing Race for Charity.
Read MoreGJ Horizons invites all to exhibit trees, wreaths & stockings
The Grand Junction Horizons group invites all area businesses and organizations to participate in the third Festival of Trees, Wreaths and Stockings Sunday, Dec. 2, at the Grand Junction Community Center. The trees, wreaths and/or stockings will be displayed in conjunction with the Horizons holiday event.
Read MoreAlliant grant for Jamaica fire department
The Jamaica fire department was among 16 emergency response agencies to receive a Hometown Safety Grant from the Alliant Energy Foundation. A total of $3,334 was awarded for specific, one-time safety-related projects that benefit a wide range of people. The Jamaica fire department received $1,000 toward a communication upgrade.
Read MoreArt on the Prairie Nov. 10-11 in Perry
A rebirth of art and culture comes to life in a small town set on the prairie, with more than 100 Iowa artists, musicians, poets, and authors gathering in Perry’s Downtown Historic & Cultural District to celebrate the arts with the 9th Annual Art on the Prairie on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 10-11.
Read MoreEvery day is Drug Take Back Day
Area residents who saw public service announcements about the National Drug Take Back Day Saturday are reminded that any day can be Drug Take Back Day in Greene County. Greene County Medical Center and Medicap Pharmacy have partnered to provide MedSafe drug disposal in the main lobby at the medical center. It’s accessible seven days a week when the main…
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