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THE EARLY LEAD: New Daubendiek Disc Golf Course drips with teamwork and...
By Brandon Hurley Managing Editornews@beeherald.comA labor of love guided by a passionate vision birthed a breathtaking venue for even the most casual of disc golfers.Jefferson’s first 18-hole disc...
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Q&A: Meet Greene County’s new superintendent, Brett Abbotts
The Jefferson Herald’s one-on-one Q&A with the new leading manBy Brandon Hurley Managing Editornews@beeherald.comNew Greene County superintendent Brett Abbotts is a person of many experiences. He...
View ArticleAdvance directives Education provided by Greene County Medical Center
SPECIAL TO THE JEFFERSON HERALDAdvance directives for health care are important components of future medical treatment. Iowa law provides two types of advance directives – a living will and a durable...
View ArticleSupervisors hear concerns over proposed service call ordinance
By Rick MorainJefferson Herald Rod Frederick told the Greene County board of supervisors July 18 he was concerned about any extra charges to townships for fire calls by inquiring about an ordinance...
View ArticleMadesen appointed to Grand Junction council in special meeting Monday
By Brandon HurleyManaging Editornews@beeherald.comA special Grand Junction city council meeting was held Monday, July 18 to appoint a new member to fill an open seat. The city council spot was vacated...
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Wanted thief arrested after wielding sword in Grand Junction
By Brandon HurleyManaging Editornews@beeherald.comA wanted thief was detained last week after allegedly displaying a sword and threatening to kill a citizen outside of a home in Grand Junction,...
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Conversations with a Superintendent Part II
What does the future of Greene County schools look likeBy Brandon Hurley Managing Editornews@beeherald.comNew Greene County superintendent Brett Abbotts is a person of many experiences. He is...
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Medical Center closing long term care by the end of September
By BRANDON HURLEYManaging Editornews@beeherald.com@BrandonJHurleyA notable – and shocking – decision potentially leaves 58 employees and 34 residents scrambling to find new jobs and homes.The Greene...
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Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs designates Jefferson as an Iowa Great Place
SPECIAL TO THE JEFFERSON HERALDDES MOINES – J-Town continues to make its mark.The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs recently announced Jefferson as one of 13 Iowa communities that will receive the...
View ArticleSupervisors discuss possible bond issue for new county jail
By Rick MorainJefferson HeraldThe Greene County Board of Supervisors on July 25 opened an hour-long discussion on steps to be followed for a public bond issue referendum for a new county jail, likely...
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Jefferson council approves raises for city employees
BY RICK MORAINJefferson HeraldThe Jefferson City Council on Tuesday approved additional salary increases for city employees, effective Aug. 1. The increase levels will be in effect for the 11 months...
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New superintendent Abbotts attends first Greene County school board meeting
By Rick MorainJefferson HeraldThe Greene County Community School Board on Wednesday, July 20, on a recommendation from new superintendent Brett Abbotts approved a three-year contract for a Measures of...
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THE EARLY LEAD: The intensity of an overnight canoe trip tests the deepest...
By Brandon HurleyManaging Editornews@beeherald.com@BrandonJHurleyI’ve been camping my entire life. Adapting to the way of the wilderness is nothing new to me.But, my recent two-day, 25-mile overnight...
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Morrisons awarded August Yard of the Month
Special to the Jefferson HeraldLearning as they grow, Susy and Terry Morrison “transplanted” themselves into Jefferson a dozen years ago to a house built in 1883. After working on updating the...
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Greene County Medical Center and Foundation donates golf tourney proceeds to...
SPECIAL TO THE JEFFERSON HERALDThe Greene County Medical Center Foundation held their annual Golf Fundraiser Friday, June 10, at the Jefferson Community Golf Course in conjunction with the Bell Tower...
View ArticleSupervisors: Consulting firm presents $12 million budget for new jail
By Rick MorainJefferson HeraldThe consulting firm working with the Greene County Board of Supervisors on a bond issue election for a new county jail presented the board with their estimate of a new...
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Tuhn sentenced to five-plus years in prison for domestic abuse, illegal...
Sexual assault charge, three other counts of gun possession dismissedBy BRANDON HURLEYManaging Editornews@beeherald.com@BrandonJHurleyA Jefferson man who was arrested in February for illegal gun...
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Baseball: Stalder, Roberts named to All-HOIC first team
Stream and Carey earn second team recognitionStaff reportA slew of Greene County baseball players were honored with postseason recognition recently. Senior shortstop Bryce Stalder and catcher Brayden...
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Softball: Hoyle earns prestigious, third team all-state honors
Staff reportEmma Hoyle’s breakout summer continues to earn recognition. The Greene County junior was named to the Iowa Girls’ Coaches Association all-state, third team last week after compiling one of...
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Wild Rose Casino and Hotel donates $5,000 to Greene County food shelter
Staff ReportWild Rose Casino and Hotel announced a recent $5,000 donation to the Greene County Christian Action Resource Center Food Bank. Established in 1993, the Jefferson ARC provides no-cost food...
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