Council member suggests a new group solely to promote tourism The Jefferson city council at its Dec. 9 meeting had discussion with Ben Yoder, president of the Greene County Chamber of Commerce, about use of the hotel/motel tax for the new Welcome Center at the southeast corner of the courthouse square. No action was taken, as the council preferred to…
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Nativity Festival concert line-up features variety of music
Special guest soloist Travis Graven returns to sing Travis Graven, a 1997 graduate of East Greene High School, heads the line-up of choirs, duets, another soloist and a poet at this Sunday’s 4 pm community concert during the Nativity Festival being held that afternoon at the First United Methodist Church in Jefferson. Graven was a two-time All-State Chorus member in…
Read MoreWinners told in second week of Christmas Certificate give-away
The second drawing in the Greene County Chamber’s Hometown Holidays Christmas Certificate give-away was held Monday, Dec. 8. Winners were (seated, from left) Roxie Plath of Ogden, who registered at Deal’s Orchard, Claire Teusch of Jefferson, who registered at Royal Jewelers, Peg Moranville of Jefferson, who was a winner last week with her entry at Don’s Ace Hardware, and Anne…
Read MoreGreene County Farm Bureau marks century of service
During the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation’s (IFBF) 96th annual meeting in Des Moines, the Greene County Farm Bureau office was recognized for 100 years of service. Pictured is Greene County Farm Bureau president Perry Parker (center) accepting the award from IFBF vice president Joe Heinrich (left) and IFBF president Craig Hill.
Read MoreSticks founder Sarah Grant visits Jefferson
Kick-off for Habitat for Humanity’s Nativity Festival Sarah Grant (left), founder and original artist of the internationally-known Sticks art and furniture company of Des Moines, told Chuck Offenburger (right) and about 25 others about her art, her business and her life during at the Gallup House in Jefferson Sunday afternoon. The “conversation” was an opening event for Habitat for Humanity’s third…
Read MoreLocal Farm Bureau recognized at annual meeting
County president Perry Parker (left) received the Greene County Farm Bureau recognition award at the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) annual meeting in Des Moines Dec. 4. IFBF vice president Joe Heinrich made the presentation. Greene County Farm Bureau received an outstanding designation for its 2014 programs which help further the story of agriculture to new audiences through many areas…
Read More2014 Farm Bill meeting, private pesticide training Dec. 16
Register by Dec. 12 for Farm Bill meeting Greene County Extension and Outreach will host a 2014 Farm Bill program overview on Tuesday, Dec. 16. The meeting is scheduled for 9 am to noon at St Joseph Parish Center in Jefferson. A free lunch will follow, and those needing private pesticide applicator training are invited to stay for the afternoon…
Read MoreFire destroys Grand Junction home
Updated at 4:15 pm Sunday No injuries reported The home of Michael, Barbara and Jennifer Carlisle at 506 W. Hager St in Grand Junction was destroyed by a fire that likely started in the furnace late Friday night. Smoke was still coming from what was left of the home Sunday afternoon. According to Jennifer Carlisle, she and her parents had gone to…
Read MorePlans okayed for anhydrous storage facility west of Cooper
The Greene County zoning commission and the board of supervisors both held public hearings Monday morning that resulted in giving NEW Cooperative the go-ahead to build an anhydrous ammonia storage facility on Highway 4 south of 310th St in Franklin Township. Changing the zoning of the site from agricultural to industrial was needed.
Read MoreWild Rose Jefferson gives preview of interior
As announced last week with the introduction of Mike Couch as general manager of Wild Rose Jefferson, the $40 million gaming resort and entertainment venue is on schedule to open in early August. Artist renderings of the exterior of the building were shared several months ago. Renderings of the interior are now ready to share as well.
Read MoreWinners told in first week of Chamber drawing
The first drawing in the Greene County Chamber’s Hometown Holidays Christmas Certificate give-away was held Monday. Winners were (seated, from left) Roxanne Gorsuch of Jefferson and 7-year-old Leah McCormick of Churdan. Roxanne registered at Ben Franklin/Radio Shack and Leah registered at Royal Jewelers as she shopped with her grandmother. Pictured with them are (standing, from left) Lori Smith of Ben Franklin/Radio…
Read MoreJingle and mingle in Junction
Grand Junction residents and all area residents are invited to Jingle and Mingle in Junction this Sunday, Dec. 7. The Community Center committee and Horizons have teamed up to plan a day that is sure to create lasting memories. The Community Center committee will host a bus Tour of Lights to see the Christmas displays at Swan Lake and a…
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