Jefferson’s Building Official, Nick Sorensen, is Jefferson’s Downtown Difference Maker and was highlighted in the recent Main Street Iowa publication of the Downtown Resource. Main Street Iowa coordinator Michael Wagler wrote the article based on the many experiences he has had working with Nick on derelict buildings in Jefferson’s downtown that have turned around to […]
Jefferson Matters: Main Street hosted officials from the State of Iowa on Wednesday, July 24 in downtown Jefferson. This visit was part of the application for a Great American Main Street community but National Main Street CEO Patrice Frey was not able to be involved at the last minute. Main Street Iowa coordinator Michael Wagler, […]
Jefferson has been selected as the site of the fall Main Street workshop on Tuesday, Oct. 22 & Wednesday, Oct. 23. All 54 Main Street communities and the Main Street Iowa staff are required to attend this workshop and other committee members are welcome, so plans are for 80 people to attend. Darlene Strachan with […]
We are Main Street – celebrating 40 years of the Main Street Movement in the U.S. The National Main Street wants people to join them for a year-long celebration by showcasing the people who make Main Streets shine. Simply share your photos and stories of Main Street changemakers using #WeAreMainStreet and share via social media. […]