A line of people at the entrance to The Jeffersonian Wednesday afternoon harkened back to decades when students flowed through the doors to go to school. Some of those in line were returning to their old haunt, to where they went to high school. A ribbon cutting event was held Oct. 7 at the 1921 three-story brick building in Jefferson.…
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Tree planting planned for Oct. 12
The Jefferson tree committee will again plant trees in Jefferson with Greene County Schools students on Monday, Oct. 12, beginning at 8:30 am. These plantings are always popular with both students and tree committee members. Brad Riphagen (pictured, right, GCNO file photo) has ordered 90 trees from Papio Valley Nursery in Papillion, NE, at a cost of around $10,000. They…
Read MoreSupervisors hear updates on courthouse matters, final tweaks on zoning ordinance changes
Set special meeting to discuss Greene County Ambulance The Greene County treasurer’s office is closed this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Oct. 7-9, as the entire staff is attending training to be able to issue drivers’ licenses. County treasurer Katlynn Mechaelsen assured the county supervisors at their Oct. 5 meeting that this is the only time the full staff will do…
Read MoreFlu, Covid shots available at Greene County Public Health
Fall is here, and Greene County Public Health is making it easier than ever to protect yourself and your family from the flu and COVID-19. With convenient weekday hours, after-hours clinics and a drive-through vaccination event, getting your seasonal vaccines can fit into even the busiest schedule. “We all have enough on our plates without adding an avoidable illness to…
Read MoreHarvest behind typical year due to atypical rainfall
“After a historically wet September, we finally got a stretch of dry weather. The warmer temperatures and sunshine are helping fields dry down, though some of the wetter areas are going to need several more days before equipment can roll,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. “The good news is the forecast looks favorable, with warmer and drier conditions…
Read MoreAuthor, artist-activist to present Open Book program at GJ library Oct. 11
First of three Open Book progams; series funded by Greene County Community Foundation and Humanities Iowa Grand Junction Public Library will present an Open Book program on Sunday, Oct. 11, at 2 pm featuring author Darcy Maulsby and artist and community activist Seso Marentes. Open Book takes the approach “that books are our neighbors who share their personal experiences and…
Read More21st Century Rehab offering free exams Oct. 19-23
October is National Physical Therapy Month, making it an ideal time to take a closer look at your health and mobility. This October, 21st Century Rehab at Greene County Medical Center is inviting area residents to take the first step toward addressing pain, improving movement and getting back to doing what they love with a free 30-minute exam during Free…
Read MoreNew CFO brings collaborative approach to rural healthcare
Michael DeFoe knows numbers. After more than 25 years in rural health care finance, he also knows that numbers alone don’t tell the whole story. “We can talk numbers all we want, but we have to know why those particular numbers and what they are driven by,” DeFoe said. “Data only gets us so far, but having all the information…
Read MoreBuskerfest Oct. 17 in Jefferson
Downtown Jefferson will come alive with music, performances, art, and activity during the first-ever Buskerfest, Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 am to 2 pm around the downtown square. So, what exactly is a busker? A busker is a street performer who brings their talent directly into public spaces, creating spontaneous entertainment for people passing by. Buskers can include musicians, singers, dancers, and other performers, turning sidewalks, street corners and unexpected spaces into their stage. Buskers perform for…
Read MoreWet week in Iowa
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. “Wet conditions persisted last week, with much of the state receiving above-average rainfall. This month is on track to go down as one of the warmest and wettest Septembers on record for the state of Iowa,” said…
Read MoreApplications for LIHEAP open Nov. 1
DHHS tells income guidelines Applications will be taken starting November 1, 2026, for the 2026-2027 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This program is funded by the Department of Health and Human Services through the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Community Access and Eligibility Division, Community Action Agencies Unit, and has been established to help qualifying low-income Iowa…
Read MoreUnpaid bills from the city for mowing/snow removal will be added to property tax bills
The Jefferson city council at its Sept. 22 meeting approved assessing the owners of 19 properties for costs of abating nuisances on the properties. Of the 27 total assessments listed, 20 are for mowing and three are for snow removal. Others are listed as “code enforcement.” Code enforcement officer Chad Stevens explained the assessments are for unpaid invoices sent to…
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