The Salvation Army service unit in Greene County has announced that it has raised $7,898.51 towards its goal of $7,000 for the year. This was the result of two fundraisers; Christmas in July netted $2,533.33 and the Red Kettle Campaign brought in $5,365.18. People can still donate by dropping off a donation at Home State Bank anytime. The Greene County…
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Home State Bank to offer free fraud education event for the public
Home State Bank’s Jefferson location is excited to welcome Al Perales for an hour-long fraud education event Tuesday, Feb. 25, from 10 to 11 am, at Wild Rose Casino in Jefferson. Home State Bank has seen a significant increase in fraud activity and understands that scammers are getting more creative and aggressive. To educate, prevent fraud, and to protect our…
Read MoreJefferson Matters incentive grant to Highland Medical Staffing
Highland Medical Staffing in downtown Jefferson was a recent recipient of funds from the Jefferson Wants You Incentive Fund, an economic development grant from Jefferson Matters. Pictured from the Jefferson Matters’ Jefferson Wants You Incentive Fund team are (from left) Matt Wetrich, Britt Meythaler, Peg Raney, Duane Russell, and Teresa Hagen, and from Highland Medical staff Greg Opseth MHA,BSN,RN COO, Angie…
Read MoreSupervisors delay decision on jail, again
The Greene County supervisors at their Feb. 10 meeting delayed making a decision to accept bids for the new jail until the Thursday meeting, Feb. 13. The discussion covered much of the same ground as the Feb. 6 meeting. The bids for the jail came in higher than expected, partly due to the two-year lapse between voters approving the $10…
Read MoreBids on jail construction come in higher than expected
Supervisors consider delaying HVAC project to cover higher cost of jail After years of discussion and courthouse staff spending the past summer cleaning out the attic to make room for a boiler, the Greene County supervisors are again considering delaying the HVAC project at the courthouse. That was part of the discussion at the board’s Feb. 6 meeting. That would…
Read MoreSupervisors hear pipeline update from Summit Carbon Solutions
The meeting was cordial but not overly friendly when Riley Gibson of Summitt Carbon Solutions provided an update of that company’s proposed Phase 2 of a carbon dioxide pipeline from Grand Junction southeast to Coon Rapids. Gibson was on the agenda at the supervisors Feb. 3 meeting. Board chair John Muir came prepared with questions about determination of main line…
Read MoreKiwanis donates to ARC food pantry
The Jefferson Kiwanis Club makes their donation to the Greene County Christian Action Resource Center (ARC) a budget item each year due to its importance in providing nutritious food to children and their families. Pictured are club members (from left) Bill Raney, Mike Palmer, Vern Foje, Bill Steussy, and Hollie Roberts presenting a check for $500 to Shirley Haupert, director…
Read MorePublic Health offering Brain Help & Hope dementia prevention class
The World Health Organization reports that dementia is the leading cause of disability and dependence among older people and the seventh leading cause of death. Although there is currently no cure for, there are ways persons can reduce their risk. “There are 10 “key” areas where we can work to reduce dementia risk by as much as 70 percent,” explained …
Read MoreJunior class chili supper Feb. 11
The Greene County junior class will host a chili supper fundraiser Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 5 to 7:30 pm in the high school commons. The meal will include homemade chili, cinnamon rolls and a beverage. Carryout will be available from 5 to 6 pm on the north side of the building. A free will donation ($5 minimum) will be accepted.…
Read MoreTotal valuations ratcheted back with decrease in Wild Rose assessment
The Greene County supervisors received information at their Jan. 30 meeting of how the lower property valuation of Wild Rose Casino will affect budgeting for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. County attorney Thomas Laehn at the Jan. 27 meeting had reported on a settlement between Wild Rose Casino owners and the county regarding the assessment of the casino…
Read MoreAthletic Hall of Fame honors Feb. 6, 7
New members will be inducted into the Greene County Athletic Hall of Fame next week. There will be a community reception Thursday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 6:30 pm in the high school commons. A short program will take place at 6:30 in the high school auditorium. The honorees will be recognized at the Greene County v. West Marshall basketball…
Read MoreRichards retiring as Bell Tower tour coordinator
Board is hiring part-time positions The Bell Tower Community Foundation board has appreciated its dedicated Tower tour coordinator Pat Richards since 2014. During her tenure, Pat worked to expand group and bus tours to the community and reached out to many visitors to experience the Mahanay Bell Tower. Richards and the staff she hired and trained are most likely the…
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