Mostly dry conditions allowed Iowa farmers 6.0 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Sept. 7, 2025, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Disease pressure in row crops remained a concern to producers. Field activities included cutting and baling hay and harvesting corn silage. Topsoil moisture condition statewide rated 2 percent very short, 13 percent short, 75…
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Subject identified in officer-involved shooting
The Iowa Department of Criminal Investigations has released the name of the individual killed in an officer-involved shooting Sept. 6 near the intersection of Hwy 30 at T Ave west of Grand Junction. According to the DCI, Camryn Stonehocker, 18, of Boone had led Boone city police and Boone County sheriff’s personnel on a chase that began in Boone County.…
Read MoreDeadline extended to sign up for cover crop cost-share
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced Sept. 5 that, due to record demand, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is extending the deadline for farmers to sign-up for cover crop cost-share through Sept. 18, and is allocating additional funding so that even more farmers can participate. “Cover crops are one of the most effective practices in the…
Read MoreCyHawk Tailgate and Ram pep rally Thursday in Jefferson
A pep rally for the Greene County Rams fall teams and fun of the Iowa – Iowa State rivalry combine Thursday for the CyHawk Tailgate on the courthouse square from 5 to 8 pm. Wilson Ave will be closed on the west side of the courthouse and Lincoln Way will be closed on the south side of the courthouse from…
Read MoreSupervisors filling gaps left by departure of GIS/IT clerk Michelle Fields
The county supervisors at their Sept. 2 meeting listened to two proposals to handle the work done by GIS/ITT clerk Michelle Fields. Her last day on the job is Sept. 4. The board approved an agreement with AgriVia, PLLC of Perry for drainage district watchperson services. Jacob Hagen, who worked on the county’s drainage matters as an employee of another…
Read MoreTime to file nominating papers for city, school elections
The filing period is open through Sept. 18 for candidates for city councils and school boards. The regular election will be held Tuesday, Nov. 4. City council members serve four-year terms, staggered so only a portion of the council members are elected in each election. Mayors serve two-year terms except for the Jefferson mayor. Council members and mayors whose terms…
Read MoreLandus announces new CEO
Landus Cooperative board chair Tim Kolder announced Sept. 2 the appointment of Eric Heismeyer as the cooperative’s next CEO. The appointment is effective Sept. 3. Heismeyer has more than two decades of leadership experience in agriculture, having served in key roles with global agribusinesses including Bunge and ADM. A Landus announcement to members states that Heismeyer “is recognized for building…
Read MoreCorn, soybean crops in good shape and on schedule
With only spotty precipitation, Iowa farmers had 6.3 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Aug. 31, 2025, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Field activities included cutting and baling hay. Topsoil moisture condition statewide rated 1 percent very short, 9 percent short, 78 percent adequate and 12 percent surplus. Ratings in west central Iowa were 2…
Read MoreChad Elliott inducted into Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame
Chad Elliott was inducted into the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame Sunday, Aug. 31, during a ceremony held at the Sami Center in Okoboji. “It felt so good to be in a room that celebrated everything I’ve worked for in my career,” Elliott said. Following the induction, Elliott performed on stage with the Class of 2025 as part…
Read MoreJeff Rotary preparing for 2025 Charity Auction
Shane Olson, Olson Iron Works donor to Rotary Centennial Dog Park, will donate this year, too As the Rotary Club of Jefferson prepares for its 27th annual Charity Auction set for Friday, Nov. 21, many area individuals and businesses along with other donors are appreciated for their contributions to the auction to make the event a success. Proceeds from the…
Read MoreJeff council hears from new GCDC director Greg Piklapp
Greg Piklapp of the Ames Regional Economic Alliance, and now executive director of Greene County Development Corporation, made his first visit to the Jefferson city council at the council’s Aug. 26 meeting. He was introduced by GCDC board president Scott Weber. Piklapp said his goal in Greene County is to advocate for and execute programs set by the city councils…
Read MoreContract awarded for courthouse HVAC project
Graphite Construction Group of Des Moines was selected to install a new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system at the 108-year-old county courthouse. The county supervisors at their Aug. 25 meeting approved Graphite Construction’s low bid of $2,984,000 for the project. Graphite submitted a base bid of $2,624,00 and a bid alternate for roof replacement of $615,000. Four companies submitted…
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