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  • New facades for two buildings on Chestnut in Downtown Jefferson.
  • ReMax Realty
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  • Jefferson Wants You Incentive Fund for new businesses & remote workers announced.
  • Mural painted by Tower View Team volunteers, located behind the Mid-Iowa Insurance building.
  • Sebolt Wrestling Academy, September 2021
  • Newcomer Bags are given to new households who register at the City Hall. They contain brochures, business cards, and freebies.
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  • Jefferson Lyceum Event

    Jefferson Lyceum Event

    May 12, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Pickaway Americana & Meeting House, 704 N. Elm St.

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  • Java & Juice

    Java & Juice

    May 13, 2022  9:30 am - 10:00 am
    Greene County Medical Center, 1000 W Lincoln Way

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  • Market to Market Relay

    Market to Market Relay

    May 14, 2022
    Jefferson to Des Moines

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  • Author Series

    Author Series

    May 14, 2022  10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Jefferson Public Library, 200 W Lincoln Way

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  • Chautauqua Program

    Chautauqua Program

    May 15, 2022  2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Museum, 219 E Lincoln Way

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  • Rotary 100 Year Anniversary Program

    Rotary 100 Year Anniversary Program

    May 15, 2022  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Jefferson Community Golf Course, 501 W. Greenwood Road

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  • Energize the Economy Roadshow

    Energize the Economy Roadshow

    May 19, 2022  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, 104 W Washington St

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  • Rock of Ages

    Rock of Ages

    May 20, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    History Boy Theatre Co, 115 S Wilson Ave

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  • Rock of Ages

    Rock of Ages

    May 21, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    History Boy Theatre Co, 115 S Wilson Ave

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  • Rock of Ages

    Rock of Ages

    May 27, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    History Boy Theatre Co, 115 S Wilson Ave

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  • BRAG Bike Ride Around Greene County

    BRAG Bike Ride Around Greene County

    May 28, 2022

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  • Outdoor Concert: Michael Dowd & Von Ketelsen

    Outdoor Concert: Michael Dowd & Von Ketelsen

    May 28, 2022  3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Thomas Jefferson Gardens of Greene County, 201 E Lincoln Way

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  • Rock of Ages

    Rock of Ages

    May 28, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    History Boy Theatre Co, 115 S Wilson Ave

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  • Pleasant Hill Memorial

    Pleasant Hill Memorial

    May 29, 2022  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    1794 Redwood Ave

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  • Rock of Ages

    Rock of Ages

    May 29, 2022  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    History Boy Theatre Co, 115 S Wilson Ave

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  • Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower
  • Main Street Iowa
  • Raccoon River Valley Bike Trail
  • RVP~1875 and History Boy Theater
  • Thomas Jefferson Gardens of Greene County
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Local Musicians Headline Upcoming Music at TJ Gardens

The first concert of the summer series to be hosted by Thomas Jefferson Gardens of Greene County will feature two regional musicians, Michael Dowd and Von Ketelsen, on Saturday, May 28 at 3 pm.  The public is invited to the Gardens at 201 E. Lincoln Way and encouraged to bring a lawn chair. Von Ketelsen […]

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“Nueva Vida en Greene County” calls for volunteers to help with four new sub-committees this summer, preparing for the new growth & diversity that’s coming

Four new voluntary work/study groups are being formed this month to begin a summer of learning and preparation for welcoming Latino workers, their families and other newcomers as permanent residents of Greene County. All this is part of the “diversity project,” now branded as “Nueva Vida en Greene County,” launched last November by the Greene […]

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Amy Sessions Receives Partner of Nursing Honor at Greene County Medical Center

Amy Sessions, Care Management Director, was honored as the 2022 Partner of Nursing at Greene County Medical Center Wednesday, May 11, 2022, as another way to honor team members during Nurses and Hospital Week. There were six nominees recognized this year. Amy’s nomination described her dedication to the Medical Center by saying, “Amy does wonderful […]

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