County engineer Wade Weiss is planning ahead for work on the Highway 30 overpass at Grand Junction, slated for 2018. The $6.7 million project will be completed by the Iowa Department of Transportation, but the detour route uses seven miles of County Road E-26 through Dana.
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Knife reported on school bus
Few details are available concerning an incident reported to the Jefferson police department last Friday of a male Greene County student having a knife on a school bus. Police chief Dave Morlan said the knife blade was shorter than 5 inches and it was used in a joking manner.
Read MoreState Democratic party chair to hold forum in Jefferson
Dr Andrea “Andy” McGuire, newly-elected chairman of the Iowa Democratic Party, will be in Jefferson at Homestead Bakery this Friday, Jan. 30, at 7 pm to talk with fellow Democrats about the future of the Democratic party in Iowa and in the nation. McGuire was elected by the state central committee on Jan. 17. Her visit in Jefferson is the first of many…
Read MoreSupervisors support increased state funding for transportation
The Greene County board of supervisors at its regular meeting Jan. 22 unanimously approved a resolution supporting “a long-term, sustainable transportation funding solution” to address critical infrastructure needs in Iowa.
Read MoreCommittee seeks 2015 Tower of Fame Award nominations
Bell Tower of Fame nominations for 2015 are being accepted now through Friday, Feb. 27, at 5 pm, announced Carole Custer, chair of the selection committee. The award, presented during the annual Bell Tower Festival in Jefferson, honors people who have lived in Greene County at some time in their lives and who, through their outstanding international, national or state…
Read MoreRippey home destroyed in fire
A home at 308 3rd St in Rippey is a total loss after a fire this morning, Jan. 21. Fire departments from Grand Junction, Perry and Jefferson responded to assist the Rippey fire department, which was first on the scene with both its trucks. Also responding were the Greene County sheriff’s office and Grand Junction rescue.
Read MoreHabitat for Humanity expands, changes name
Habitat for Humanity of Boone and Greene Counties has expanded to serve Guthrie County and will change its name accordingly. Effective immediately, the local Christian housing ministry will be known as Heart of Iowa Habitat for Humanity. The affiliate has completed all requirements with Habitat for Humanity International to begin offering home construction and repair services to qualified low-income families…
Read MoreSupervisors disagree on salary increases for themselves
The Greene County supervisors are in agreement that county elected officials aside from themselves should receive the 3 percent wage increase recommended by the compensation board. They disagree, though, on how much of a raise they should give themselves.
Read MoreK-9 Leo has good first year
The Greene County sheriff’s office K-9 Leo earned his keep in his first year of service. Chief deputy Jack Williams is Leo’s trainer and handler. According to Williams’ annual K-9 report, an estimated $35,830 in illegal narcotics was seized due to Leo since he reported for duty Feb. 3, 2014. Leo is credited with the seizure of 14 pounds, 1-1/2…
Read MoreJeff council sets rates for golf course
The Jefferson city council at its regular meeting Jan. 13 approved the early termination of a two year lease agreement with Tee to Greene Properties LLC for management of the Jefferson Community Golf Course. The termination was mutually agreeable to both parties.
Read MoreClassic movies at SCT start Friday
Sierra Community Theatre will bring classic movies to its big screen in its first Classic Movies Week Jan. 23-29. Classic Movies Week is a fundraiser for the theatre; no admission will be charged, but patrons are invited to make a donation to support the non-profit theatre. SCT board president Jim Daubendiek explained that generous sponsorships of the movies are making…
Read MoreBell Tower Big Top looking for “ringmasters”
The Bell Tower Festival steering committee, headed by Chamber and Development events committee chair Toni Linberg, is gearing up for its own Greatest Show on Earth, or at least the Greatest Show in Greene County. Theme for the 2015 Bell Tower Festival, June 12-13, is Bell Tower Big Top.
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