SUBMITTED PHOTO | Photo From left: Post 11 Oratorical Contest Chair Barb Labate, Oratorical Contest District Chair Gary Schmitz, Payton Wadsworth and Post 11 Commander Fred Long.

Greene County student recieves American Legion award

Special to the Jefferson Herald

PHOTO COURTESY OF CLAAS | CLAAS will be opening a Fort Dodge dealership that will serve the Jefferson area in the spring.

CLAAS FarmPoint Dealership coming to central Iowa

By NICOLE HASEK nhasek@iowainformation.com This spring, Fort Dodge will be home to a new CLAAS FarmPoint dealership that aims to bring the dealership to the farm.

SUBMITTED PHOTO | Dr. Thomas Fagg with the Greene County Family Medicine Clinic and Becky Wolf, Public Health Director.

Public Health’s Legacy of Caring Continues with Leadership Transition

Special to the Jefferson Herald After over 43 years serving members of our local communities, Public Health Director Becky Wolf retires at the end of 2024. Though she has seen many changes, both in technology and medical advancements, she is most proud of her team, the programs they have spearheaded and the way they truly care.

Larry and Joe Bilingual Show

Special to the Jefferson Herald Larry & Joe will perform a bilingual live music show at Elliott Art Studio on Feb. 7, 2025 at 7 p.m.

American Legion Post #11 conducts an annual Flag Essay Contest

SUBMITTED PHOTO American Legion Post #11 conducts an annual Flag Essay Contest for all fifth graders. The purpose of The American Legion of Iowa Essay Contest is to develop a more profound knowledge and appreciation for the United States Flag on the part of elementary-aged students.

New sign added to Rotary Centennial Dog Park

Special to the Jefferson Herald The final touch was added earlier this month to the Rotary Centennial Dog Park – a metal sign fabricated by Shane Olson of Olson Iron Works. Other artistic elements have been added by art teacher Sarah Stott’s classes at Greene County High School.