There were 4.7 days suitable for field work during the week ending May 10, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Showers early in the week briefly slowed planting progress and below normal temperatures delayed emergence. Topsoil moisture levels across the state rated 4 percent very short, 15 percent short, 78 percent adequate and 3 percent surplus. West central…
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Relay for Life committee plans virtual fundraiser
Like most public events, the Relay for Life of Greene County planned for April 24 needed to be rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2020 Relay for Life, with a tagline “We are HOPE!”, is now slated for Friday, Aug. 7, from 5 to 9 pm at the Greene County Community Center. The pace of life has slowed due…
Read MoreJeff council considering recording meetings
The public can now watch Jefferson city council meetings in real time on their computers or devices as COVID-19 mitigation efforts limit attendance at meetings of elected public officials. It’s unknown if meetings will continue to be available in that manner once mitigation ends, but residents will be able to watch recordings of meetings on the city’s website or Jefferson…
Read MoreCover Greene County initiative seeks a face mask for every resident
All county residents can join the effort to control the spread of COVID-19 by being part of Cover Greene County, an initiative of the county board of health. The goal of Cover Greene County is to be sure every resident has a face mask to wear in public. Annie Smith, a board of health member, said the board has received…
Read MoreJeff council to consider financial support for wrestling academy
The Jefferson City council at its May 12 meeting will consider making a $150,000, 10-year forgivable loan to T.J. Sebolt for use in developing a wresting academy. Sebolt, a 2006 graduate of Centerville High School who compiled a 207-1 record, inspires awe among those familiar with wrestling. Columnist Chuck Offenburger calls him one of Iowa’s greatest wrestlers.” He calls Sebolt’s…
Read More2020 farmers market opening delayed indefinitely
The Greene County farmers market 2020 season will not open in June. Tuesday evening in-person markets will be postponed until alternative arrangements for the venue and sales methods are determined, market coordinator Chris Henning announced earlier this week. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship guidance for holding farmers markets during the COVID-19 pandemic sets procedures that can not…
Read MoreCity will fund but not employ Main St/Chamber director
Jefferson Matters: Main Street and the Jefferson Area Chamber of Commerce are merging, with one shared paid director, but the person won’t be a city employee like the groups proposed during the winter. The Jefferson city council at its April 28 meeting heard from city administrator Mike Palmer that COVID-19 “changed some things,” and that the boards of the two…
Read MoreCampgrounds will be open in time for Mother’s Day
All Iowans can camp and go to a drive-in movie, a tanning salon, or their dentist starting Friday, but they still can’t legally visit their hairdresser or barber. Gov Kim Reynolds on Wednesday signed a new proclamation continuing the public health disaster emergency but with some restrictions eased. Effective May 8 at 5 am, dentists and dental staffs can resume…
Read MoreSupes discuss Midland Power building as potential new LEC
~by Janice Harbaugh for GreeneCountyNewsOnline The Greene County board of supervisors discussed possible acquisition of the Midland Power administration building located on E. Lincoln Way in Jefferson at their regular meeting May 4. Midland is moving to a new administrative office in Boone County; the Jefferson building will be available July 1. Chair John Muir and county sheriff Jack Williams…
Read MoreGrCo, P-C set graduation dates
Paton-Churdan has set Saturday, June 13, as the date for commencement for the Class of 2020, with an alternate date of Sunday, July 12. The ceremony will be held at 2 pm in the school gymnasium. Greene County Schools have set Sunday, June 28, as the tentative date. According to information provided Tuesday to students and parents/guardians by superintendent Tim…
Read MoreJefferson Matters seeks help planting pillar, cluster planters
The design team of Jefferson Matters: Main Street invites volunteers to plant the planters and hanging baskets in downtown Jefferson using a plan that allows for social distancing. The design team works with the city of Jefferson to plant the 12 pillar planters, eight sets of cluster planters, and 32 hanging baskets for summer with petunias, sweet potato vines and…
Read MoreFree ‘Stay Independent’ program for adults 60 and older
“Stay Independent: A Healthy Aging Series” is being offered in Jefferson in June by Iowa State University Extension & Outreach. The series provides research-based information intended to help adults age 60 and older reduce their nutritional risk through lifestyle changes. Each weekly session will include an interactive discussion that includes hands-on activities and taste testing, according to Ann Parker, ISU…
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