~by The Scranton Journal Scranton and Jefferson were selected to receive funding for owner-occupied housing rehabilitation through the state of Iowa CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) program. The announcement of more than $7.4 million in funding by the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) was made on June 29.
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St Brigid, St Columbkille to oratory status
After 16 months of waiting, parishioners at St Brigid Catholic Church in Grand Junction got word Sunday that the church will go to oratory status next July. Parishioners at St Columbkille in Churdan also learned that their church will become an oratory at the same time. Members there learned in January their church was under consideration for the diminished status.…
Read MorePeoples Choice quilt raffle to benefit 4-H Foundation
For the third year, the quilt made with Peoples Choice blocks from the 2016 Greene County Fair will be raffled with proceeds donated to the Greene County 4-H Foundation. This year’s quilt was pieced and quilted by Suzanne Sievers at the Stitch in Jefferson. Sievers used 25 blocks made from batik fabrics entered in last year’s block contest to produce…
Read MoreHosts named for July Java & Juice
Jefferson Matters: Main Street invites the public to attend the Java & Juice in Jefferson’s Main Street district every Friday from 9:30 to 10 am. Locations in July are: July 7 – All Ability Cycles, 208 E. Lincoln Way July 14 – Skeeter Creek Fabricators Art & Antiques, 104 E. State St July 21 – the Stitch, 217 E. Lincoln Way July 28 – Welcome…
Read MoreHS equivalency classes start July 18
High school equivalency diploma classes are available through Iowa Central Community College at First United Methodist Church in Jefferson. Classes will begin Tuesday, July 18, and are held regularly Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8:30 pm. Use the south entrance to the church.
Read MoreNew things to see on the courthouse square
Jefferson’s courthouse square has new things to see this summer, rain and/or shine. Three new historical plaques have been installed on pillars. A plaque highlighting Beta Tau Delta’s contribution to the community over the past 100 years is on the north side of the courthouse. Circus legend Yankee Robinson is highlighted at the corner of Lincoln Way and Chestnut St,…
Read MoreCrops in fair condition, weather a mixed bag
Iowa experienced scattered tornadoes, hail, and isolated precipitation but reporters expressed need for more rain across much of the state during the week ending July 2, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Statewide there were 4.6 days suitable for fieldwork. Activities for the week included herbicide application, cultivating, and haying.
Read MoreKester appointed as district court judge
Adria Kester, 47, district associate judge in Judicial District 2B who offices in Greene County, has been appointed by Gov Kim Reynolds as district court judge in the same judicial district. The appointment was announced June 29. Kester will fill the judicial seat formerly held by Judge Gary L. McMinimee. With the appointment, Kester will be the first female district court judge…
Read MoreMatt Wetrich appointed to Jeff city council
Matt Wetrich, 38, of Jefferson was appointed by the Jefferson city council at Tuesday’s regular meeting to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Dan Benitz in May. Wetrich was the only eligible person to indicate an interest in the position. He narrowly lost a bid to unseat incumbent Lisa Jaskey in the 2015 election. After Jaskey resigned due…
Read MoreGreene Co Schools has tagline, new vision statement
“Greene County Schools – Expect Excellence” will be the school district’s tagline. The vision/mission statement is “promoting lifelong learners through real-world experiences.” The board at its June 21 meeting approved the tagline and vision/mission statement along with a shortened list of values: celebrating success; collaborating across the system; building relationships; creating partnerships with parents and community; contributing to a positive…
Read MoreRates for county’s property, workers’ comp insurance down for FY18
The Greene County supervisors got unusual news when insurance agents Joan St Clair and Jill Hankel updated them on the cost of the county’s insurance for the fiscal year starting July 1. The bill is still large – $195,760 – but that’s $31,450 less than the current fiscal year.
Read MoreFirst ever alumni baseball game for Rippey/East Greene
Calling all baseball players – ~by Mary Weaver for Friends of Rippey Rippey Bulldog and East Greene Hawk fans are in for a special treat on Saturday, July 15, beginning at 7 pm at the Walt Anderson Baseball field in Rippey. The first of what may become an annual alumni game will pit the even year high school graduates against…
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