Something good is often worth the wait, and the video of the Courthouse 100 celebration is one of those things. The video, prepared by Sebourn Video Services, was submitted to the Courthouse 100 committee this week. The video includes the entire afternoon program, with Greene County High School students singing the National Anthem, emcee Don Van Gilder, guest speaker Judge…
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Pancakes to celebrate FFA Week
The FFA chapter at Greene County High School has planned a week of special activities for National FFA Week, Feb. 19-23. The public is invited to a pancake breakfast Friday, Feb. 23, at the Ram Restaurant at the high school. Serving will be from 7 to 8:30 pm. FFA members will serve eggs, sausage, milk and eggs with the pancakes.…
Read MoreJ-S grad shares workplace tips with students
Erin Brooker Westergaard, a 2002 Jefferson-Scranton graduate, spoke to students in Mrs Carlson’s public speaking classes Ms. Green’s class at Greene County High School. A graduate from ISU in business, Westergaard is vice-president of client services of CDS Global under the parent company Hearst. She travels frequently in the United States and to London on occasion. She has been successful…
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4-H members participated in a presentation by Samantha Hardaway in which both the new and experienced members were able to learn more about 4-H. This 4-H Bingo was enjoyed by the new members including Becca Anderson, Aden Bardole, Kaitlyn Halterman, Kaleah Messer, Colton Mobley, Dustin Nordin, Sadie Shannon, and Cayden Stream. As each topic was drawn, veteran 4-H members told…
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Please send your news to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net February 13, 2018 Community events- Saturday, Feb. 17: Library soup luncheon at the community center from 11:00-2:00. The free-will proceeds will used to supplement the budget. Rippey United Methodist Church – Pastor Paul is still on vacation. From Feb. 8-18, Pastor Andrea Brownlee from the Perry First Christian Church will be…
Read MoreEnsemble from Air Force Band entertains in Grand Junction
“A walking, talking commercial for the Air Force” was how MSgt Jennifer James described the mission of the Freedom Winds, an ensemble of the United States Air Force Band of Mid-America. The walking, talking commercial entertained about 30 persons for more than an hour at the Grand Junction Community Center.
Read MoreHot Chocolate Hustle: 4-H 5K run/walk fundraiser
The Greene County 4-H Young Leaders and the Youth Development Committee are teaming up to give back to the Greene County Fairgrounds by hosting the first Hot Chocolate Hustle 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Feb. 24. The event will take place at the Greene County Fairgrounds.
Read MoreMedical center hosting lunch-n-learn about cholesterol
New treatments for high cholesterol is the topic for a a community lunch-n-learn event hosted by Greene County Medical Center on Thursday, Feb. 15, from 12:15 – 1 pm. in the medical center’s education classroom. Cardiologist Dr Craig Stark will be the presenter. A sack lunch is included.
Read MoreElks mark 150th anniversary with grants to local groups
The Greene County Early Learning Center, the Jefferson public library and the Jefferson park and recreation department recently received funds for special projects from Jefferson Elks Lodge 2306 as part of the Elks Grand Lodge’s celebration of the 150th anniversary of its founding.
Read MoreIn the neighborhood
Please send your news to Jean Borgeson at jeanb@iowatelecom.net February 4, 2018 There will be a community bridal shower for Liz Hick on Sunday, Feb. 11, at 2 pm in the Rippey United Methodist Church. Bring a favorite recipe. Liz is the daughter of Kevin and Mary Ann Hick.
Read MoreLocal farmers recognized as water quality bill is signed into law
Iowa Cover Crop founders James Holz and Bill Frederick, of Greene County, were highlighted in remarks by Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds on Wednesday as she signed Senate File 512 into law. Holz and Frederick were recognized for their efforts building a business focused on conservation in the state of Iowa during the governor’s first bill signing. The new law, Senate…
Read MoreSierra Community Theatre becomes a classroom
Students in grades 3-12 at Paton-Churdan and 7-8 graders at Greene County used the Sierra Community Theatre as their classroom Friday. The theatre hosted a special showing of the movie, “Wonder.” The movie is based on the bestseller of the same name by R.J. Palacio, and tells the story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who leaves the…
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