Congressman John Delaney, the first declared Democratic candidate for president, will hold a round table Thursday, Aug. 9, at 2:30 pm at the Milwaukee depot in Jefferson. The discussion topic will be farming, rural towns, and the agriculture economy. Delaney will be joined by J.D. Scholten, Democratic candidate for the House of Representatives from the Fourth Congressional District; Tim Gannon,…
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Reminder to parents: Register those kiddos for school
The new school year begins at Greene County and Paton-Churdan schools Thursday, Aug. 23. The Greene County school district is not having an all-school registration day as in years past, but is using online registration for the convenience of parents and staff efficiency.
Read MoreNew wind turbines on target for early fall operations
Supes also hear about changes to collective bargaining The 85 new wind turbines in MidAmerican Energy’s Beaver Creek Wind Park Two will be up by the end of the month and running sometime in the early fall. County environmental health coordinator Chuck Wenthold, who has been working closely with the project, provided that update at the Aug. 6 county supervisors…
Read MoreGym floor at rec center not quite finished
The new gym floor at the Greene County Community Center is nearly finished, but the gym will remain closed until Saturday to allow paint to cure completely. All other parts of the community center are open. The $60,900 floor is a newer version of the original floor put down when the community center was built 20 years ago. Grow Greene…
Read MoreErnst staffers tell traveling office hours
The office of U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R) has scheduled traveling office hours across Iowa during August. Representatives of Sen Ernst’s office will be available in counties across the state to assist Iowans with problems or questions about eligibility for Social Security, veterans benefit or military affairs, passports, immigration issues, and other federal programs.
Read MoreCrops ahead of normal but condition is declining
Iowa farmers had 6.0 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending August 5, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Activities for the week included harvesting hay and oats for grain, spraying for aphids, and moving grain. Topsoil moisture levels statewide rated 12 percent very short, 24 percent short, 61 percent adequate and 3 percent surplus. Topsoil moisture…
Read MoreTime for Hometown Teams warm-up
“Pre-game” activities next week will prepare the community for the opening of the Smithsonian Institution’s Hometown Teams exhibit, slated to open Saturday, Aug. 11, at the Greene County Historical Museum.
Read MoreCar show at Spring Lake Park Sunday
The fourth annual Spring Lake Show & Shine will be held Sunday, Aug. 5, from 11 am to 3 pm on the east side of Spring Lake. Ice Cube Concessions and Skating Rink is hosting the event. The best car, truck and motorcycle will be selected by people’s choice. There will be a drawing and prizes at 2:30, along with…
Read MoreShow-n-Shine in GJ Saturday, Hot August Night in Jeff next Thursday
Car enthusiasts have a pair of car shows to attend in the coming week. The Grand Junction Lions Club will host its annual Show-n-Shine Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Grand Junction city park. Registration will be from 9:30 to 11 am, with cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors on display until 2 pm. There is no fee to register, and awards…
Read MoreStill time to donate to 2018 Relay for Life
The books will close Aug. 30 on the 2018 Greene County Relay for Life. According to American Cancer Society staffer Tina Coleman, the event has raised $38,500, with $1,500 remaining to reach the goal of $40,000. “We know our community is very generous in its support of families dealing with cancer,” said Tori Riley, chair of the Greene County Relay…
Read MoreDemocrats seek leaders
Plan special nominating convention for county supervisor seats “All politics is local,” said Rep Tip O’Neill, Speaker of the House from 1977-87. Greene County Democrats believe strong leaders in local office are essential to good government. The central committee is looking for men and women who will serve Greene County with intelligence, energy, and a commitment to inclusive government. The…
Read MoreCommunity Center gets new gym floor
The gymnasium at the Greene County Community Center is closed until Aug. 8 as the gym floor is being replaced. A crew began taking out the 20-year-old SportCourt® Wednesday morning as the first step in installing a new SportCourt floor. According to Jefferson park and recreation director Vicky Lautner, the polypropylene floor has a life expectancy of 15 years. “It held…
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