Greene County High School spring athletes will have their time in the spotlight at a community pep rally Thursday, March 22, in the middle school gym. The kick-off will be from 5 to 5:30 pm, with games and activities for younger students hosted by spring athletes.
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Ram Restaurant’s ham balls offered for delivery
Once again the NHS Stompers offering a Ram Restaurant take-out meal as a fundraiser for the Relay for Life. Team members will deliver lunch to area businesses Friday, April 6. The menu is a Ram Restaurant favorite – ham balls, cheesy potatoes, green beans, rolls and a chocolate dessert.
Read MoreJPRD tells upcoming events
The Jefferson park and recreation department reminds parents that the registration deadline for the U8, U10, U12 and U15 soccer leagues is Friday, March 23, at close of business. Practices will begin the following week. Registration forms are available and can be returned to the Greene County Community Center. U6 soccer introduces participants in pre-school to 5 years old to…
Read MoreSchool is looking for 4s and nearly-4s for pre-kindergarten
Planning has already begun for the 2018-19 school year, and school administrators need to know how many 4-year-olds will be enrolling in the pre-kindergarten program.
Read MoreNominations for “Way We Live” awards
DES MOINES — The Iowa State Fair, along with DuPont Pioneer with media sponsors Iowa Farmer Today, WHO Radio and The BIG SHOW are seeking nominations for 2018 Way We Live awards. The Way We Live award, celebrating 10 years, will recognize 10 outstanding Iowa families who exemplify hard working farm values and a love for the occupation of farming.…
Read MoreStudents invited to submit art for IDALS calendar
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig encourages students from Iowa to submit artwork to be considered for inclusion in the “From the Farm to You” calendar. The calendars are distributed by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship at the Iowa State Fair and include artwork that emphasizes the connection between the production of Iowa’s farmers…
Read MoreIowa sets goals for monarch butterfly conservation
AMES – The Iowa Monarch Conservation Consortium has set a goal of acres devoted to monarch butterfly habitat in the state by 2038. “The consortium has worked collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to develop a comprehensive plan to expand habitat on our agricultural land, urban areas, roadsides, and other public land. We appreciate the many partners that have been involved and…
Read MorePhysics team qualifies for state competition
The Greene County physics competition team placed first overall in a regional competition Friday at Iowa Lakes Community College in Estherville. The first place finish qualifies the team for the state Physics Olympics at the University of Northern Iowa in April.
Read MoreQuality and Safety Award to Hamilton, Hoskins
Recognized by Iowa Healthcare Collaborative Greene County Medical Center nurse Allie Hamilton and Greene County public health nurse Deb Hoskins received the Iowa Healthcare Collaborative (IHC) Quality and Safety Award for achievement in improving care transitions at the IHC Patient Safety Conference on March 6.
Read MoreHSB Extraordinary Citizen Award to Sorenson, Clark
Home State Bank announced Friday that Jane Sorenson and Lois Clark are the recipients of the March Extraordinary Citizen Award. The award is a local award given by Home State Bank to an extraordinary Greene County citizen or group who has gone above and beyond by giving their time and/or resources to benefit the community. The citizen(s) must be nominated…
Read MoreSoup supper, bingo in Scranton March 17
Scranton Betterment will host its annual soup supper Saturday, March 17, from 5 to 7 pm at the Scranton Community Center (south entrance). A free will donation will be accepted. Carry-outs are available by calling 515-370-3016 or 712-652-3666.
Read MoreFeburary Rams of the Month told
Greene County Elementary has announced the Rams of the Month for February. These students are chosen by the staff for almost always being respectful, responsible, and safe. They also exhibit the school’s mantra – Right Attitudes Make Success.
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