Jefferson public library patrons can now do even more with their library card with a new service – “hoopla digital”. With hoopla digital, patrons can now instantly read, watch, and listen to their choice of more than 1 million titles for free with their library card. Content can be streamed from any computer or mobile device by downloading the hoopla digital…
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Supervisors hold last meeting for the year, swear in those elected in November
The Greene County supervisors opened their Dec. 30 meeting with Tori Gettler of the auditor’s office administering the oath of office to supervisors John Muir, Pete Bardole and Joe Gannon, auditor Billie Jo Hoskins, and sheriff Jack Williams. It was Gannon’s first time to take the oath, as he was elected in November to take the seat vacated by the…
Read MoreSupervisors to take last minute step to preserve ARPA funds
The Greene County supervisors plan to take last minute action next week to retain $1.8 million in American Rescue Plan (ARPA) they intend to use for an HVAC project at the courthouse. County attorney Thomas Laehn told the supervisors at their Dec. 23 meeting that he believes bad advice was provided by the National Organization of County Organizations and the…
Read MoreFather charged in death of 2-month-old child
A Paton man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of a 2-month-old infant in September. According to a press release from Greene County sheriff Jack Williams, the sheriff’s office and Greene County Ambulance responded Sept. 3 to an address in Paton after receiving a report that the child was not breathing. The sheriff’s office opened an…
Read MoreJefferson library launches new creative writing group
The Jefferson public library is launching a new creative writing club called “The Ink Society”, a supportive environment for anyone who is interested in developing or improving their writing skills and literary talents. There will be separate adult and youth sections of the program and both will meet once month at the library. The first meeting for the adults will…
Read MoreErnst names Elliott Art Studio Small Business of the Week
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), ranking member of the Senate Small Business Committee, announced Dec. 16 her Small Business of the Week: Elliott Art Studio of Greene County. Throughout this Congress, Sen Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. “Chad and Alyssa Elliott have crafted a creative hub that fosters the next generation of…
Read MoreSupervisors okay bridge project, hear budget requests
Work on the new bridge on Grimmell Rd over the Raccoon River west of Jefferson has stopped for the year. Greene County engineer Wade Weiss told the county supervisors at their Dec. 16 meeting that work will begin again in late February or early March, weather permitting. Completion is expected during the fall of 2025. The bridge is a joint…
Read MoreSierra Community Theatre marks 140th anniversary of opening the Head Opera House
The Head Opera House, located at 212 E. State St in Jefferson, opened Dec. 17, 1884, with a Christmas party. The Sierra Community Theatre board and staff are reimagining that evening with “Christmas Tales,: an evening of music, storytelling and historic guests, Tuesday, Dec. 17, at the theatre. Doors will open at 6:30 pm, with the event beginning at 7…
Read MoreGrCo school board hires construction manager for solar project, approves updated emergency alert system for elementary school
The Greene County Schools board of education at its regular meeting Dec. 11 approved hiring Story Construction as construction manager at risk (CMAR) for the solar project. Story Construction will oversee all construction phases of the $5 million project. Board member Michelle Fields, who serves on the board’s facilities committee, said she was very impressed with the people she and…
Read MoreCommunity Players stage Christmas event
“A Christmas Carol,” hot beverages, caroling, and Santa Claus The public is invited to celebrate the holiday season at “A Community Theater Christmas”, Saturday, Dec. 21, at 7 pm at Greene County High School, hosted by the Community Players of Greene County. The evening will begin with a staged reading of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” in the auditorium. Nick…
Read MoreMake a holiday gift to the Greene County Medical Center Foundation
There is still time to put meaning into this holiday giving season by supporting the Greene County Medical Center Foundation in its 2024 Greene Backer campaign. “Every day we hear the stories of people who are grateful for the services and programs available right here at our medical center,” said Foundation director Nancy Houska. “Whether they are finally able to…
Read MoreJeff council lists future projects and priorities
Establishes animal appeals board to settle issues when pets are quarantined or abated The Jefferson city council at its Dec. 10 meeting endorsed “as a guiding document” an ambitious 5-year capital improvement plan (CIP) with a total price tag of more than $8.8 million. Projects on the plan that extend past five years include an upgrade of the city water…
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