A Grand Junction man has been charged with assault on an officer with a dangerous weapon, four counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, threat of terrorism and eluding at speed 25 miles per hour or more after leading officers on a chase south of Grand Junction. According to sheriff Jack Williams’ daily report, he and deputies attempted to stop…
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VSO Bierl retirement party Thursday
Everyone is invited to congratulate Mike Bierl at his retirement party this Thursday, June 26, from 2 to 5 pm at the VFW hall on the courthouse square in Jefferson. Refreshments will be served. The party is hosted by American Legion Post #11 and VFW Post #9599. January 1 is always the beginning of a new year, a time to…
Read MoreMedical center offers services to prepare students for new school year
The final bells rang just a few weeks ago, but savvy parents know the best time to start planning for the next school year is now, because between pool days, camps and cook outs, summer has a way of quickly slipping away. Greene Count Medical Center helps parents dive into that early planning for a strong and healthy return to…
Read MoreResults of medical center’s Stethoscopes & Stetsons golf tournament
The threat of rain dissipated and Friday the 13th turned into a lucky weather day for golfers who attended the Greene County Medical Center Foundation’s Stethoscopes & Stetsons golf tournament. The 18 teams participating had a perfect day on the links and a lot of fun, but some fared better score-wise than others. “We are not only grateful for the…
Read MoreRippey woman killed in mowing accident
Greene County sheriff Jack Williams reports that his office, Grand Junction Fire and Rescue, and Greene County Ambulance responded to a fatal accident involving a lawnmower in the 2100 block of W. Ave. south of Rippey, Thursday, June 19, at 3:35 pm. Heather Lansman, 51, of Rippey was found pinned under a lawnmower under water in a small creek. Lansman…
Read MoreSupervisors hear plans, logistics for courthouse HVAC project
The Greene County supervisors spent more than an hour at their June 16 meeting discussing the new HVAC system at the courthouse. Representatives of BBS Architects/Engineering explained the scope, timeline, and various costs of the $3.1 million project. The heating system will be a gas-fired hot water system that will operate at 88-92 percent efficiency, according to Holly Elbert, mechanical…
Read MoreWalk the Tipton prairie June 28
Put on your hiking boots and bring the bug spray for a walk through Greene County’s “jewel of a prairie” with a plant expert leading the way on Saturday, June 28. The walk, sponsored by the Greene County Historical Society and the Friends of Greene County IA Parks, steps off at 9:30 am. Tipton Prairie is located south of Cooper…
Read MoreSoybeans, corn doing well
Farmers had 5.5 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 15, 2025, according to the USDA,National Agricultural Statistics Service. Damaging hail and wind were reported in parts of northern Iowa, which also received the most significant rainfall during the week. Field activities included cutting hay, side dressing and spraying crops. Topsoil condition statewide rated 5 percent very short,…
Read MoreFarmers market opens today
The Greene County farmers market 2025 season opens Tuesday, June 17, at a new location – the Greene County fairgrounds. A ribbon cutting will take place at 3:45, with the market open regular hours, 4 to 6 pm. Markets will be held Tuesdays through September. The Raccoon River Singers will provide music and the Beef Producers will serve a supper.…
Read MoreJeff council moves forward with urban renewal, TIF districts
The Jefferson city council at its June 10 meeting approved a pair of resolutions expanding the urban renewal areas in the city. Putting properties into urban renewal districts is the first step toward urban renewal projects. Added to the city’s urban renewal areas are the property at 203 W. Harrison St (former school) and the entire block south, including The…
Read MoreBell Tower Festival this Thursday, Friday and Saturday
All are invited to Saddle Up for the Western-themed 2025 Bell Tower Festival in downtown Jefferson this weekend. The festival kicks off Thursday, June 12, at 5 pm with a party on the Bell Tower plaza and the surrounding streets. Vendors and the Brew Station will be open. Kids can enjoy free inflatables and Bingo games will be called until…
Read MoreGrCo school board prepares for new school year
Every classroom in the Greene County Schools will have a new Clevertouch® display for the new school year. A Clevertouch is a touchscreen device that functions as a chalkboard and movie screen did a generation ago. Clevertouch displays are operated through a connected computer. The school board, at its June 11 meeting, approved the purchase of 92 new Clevertouch displays…
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