Users will pay more of the cost of operating the Greene County Community Center and the Jefferson Municipal Golf Course starting July 1. The Jefferson city council at its Feb. 25 meeting raised rates at both city-owned facilities. Membership fees at the Community Center will increase 10 percent across the board, with the exception of the family membership. That membership…
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Supervisors hear of implementation of decreased Wild Rose property assessment
The change in the taxable valuation of Wild Rose Casino has added countless hours to the workload of Pam Olerich, tax coordinator in the Greene County auditor’s office. She shared information with the county supervisors at their Feb. 24 meeting. She said she first looked at the valuations that will be used for the FY26 budget (July 1, 2025 –…
Read MoreBeta Tau Delta helps cover expenses of high school musical production
Greene County High School musical receives major donation from Beta Tau Delta Beta Tau Delta, supporting programs for youth in Greene County for more than 100 years, is a major sponsor of this season’s Greene County High School musical, Disney’s Little Mermaid. Sorority president Teresa Green-Hoodjer (left) presented a check for $1,500 to Greene County High School vocal music teacher,…
Read MoreCounty librarians, county conservation partnering to get people outdoors
In partnership with the Greene County Conservation Board, the Greene County Librarians Association (GCLA) is offering a new opportunity to get individuals outside to enjoy nature and our Greene County parks. Each of the six libraries in Greene County have added two birding backpacks to check out to patrons, with 12 backpacks spread throughout the county. These backpacks include an…
Read MoreCentennial Suites ready for open house
Why Not Us is inviting the public to an open house of the Centennial Suites on Wednesday, March 12 from 4 to 6 pm at 203 N. Wilson in Jefferson. A ribbon cutting by the Jefferson Matters Ambassadors will be held at 4 pm outside of the apartments. Why Not Us is the group that has led the restoration of…
Read MoreSpanish lessons start next week at the Community Center
Adults who have no Spanish speaking skills, as well as those with beginner, intermediate or advanced knowledge are invited to enroll in a four-week session of Spanish lessons. Classes will be held Fridays, March 7-28, at Greene County Community Center. Instructor will be Sara Huddleston, director of the Multicultural Family Resource Center. There is a charge for the class. According…
Read MoreLand ownership, property rights topic of discussion Saturday, March 1
Land ownership and property rights granted by the U.S. Constitution will be the topic of discussions this Saturday, March 1, in Jefferson. The morning will begin with a public forum on Summit Carbon Solution’s proposed carbon capture pipeline and property rights at 8:30 am at the Greene County Historical Museum at 219 E. Lincoln Way in Jefferson. Greene County attorney…
Read MoreSupervisors hear about work of Boone/Greene County Probation
The Greene County supervisors were updated on the activities of Boone/Greene County Probation when they received a request for a new service agreement at their Feb. 18 meeting. Diane Hinderaker reported B/G County Probation is currently serving 87 Greene County clients. The total for 2024 was 95, with most of those involving charges of operating while intoxicated, drug offenses, domestic…
Read MoreJefferson Telecom, Aureon support RRVT economic impact study
The Raccoon River Valley Trail (RRVT), a vital asset for Greene County and the Jefferson community, received a financial boost thanks to a combined $9,000 grant. This funding includes a $5,000 contribution from Jefferson Telecom, matched by a $4,000 Ripple Effect grant from Aureon. The Raccoon River Valley Trail, a 72-mile loop within 89 miles of paved trail, attracts more…
Read MoreRotary Club opens grant cycle for auction proceeds
The Rotary Club of Jefferson is now accepting applications for grants from the proceeds of its 26th annual charity auction. This year the club will give priority in its grants on three of Rotary International’s areas of focus: the health of women and children; peace and conflict resolution; and literacy. Non-profit organizations or entities whose programs or projects benefit others…
Read MoreJeff Telecom donates to ARC food pantry
Jefferson Telecom is pleased to donate $500 to the Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (ARC) food pantry, reinforcing its commitment to supporting families in need in our community. As part of a holiday giving initiative, Jefferson Telecom pledged to contribute to the ARC food pantry for every Internet upgrade made before Dec. 31. Jefferson Telecom stepped in to make…
Read MoreRetired ISP trooper Bob Hurley to speak at GJ library about his memoir
Robert Hurley will be at the Grand Junction public library Monday, Feb. 24, at 7 pm to discuss his book, 10-31 Crime in Progress. Hurley, a Jefferson resident of 44 years, is a retired Iowa State Trooper. A Dubuque native, he served in the Air Force in Japan as a security police officer. Returning to the United States, he earned…
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