“Dummy” Taylor to be honored by Oskaloosa
This year’s installment of the Oskaloosa Old Settlers’ Reunion will highlight famous locals including former Major League Baseball pitcher Luther Haden “Dummy” Taylor.
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Scott redeems himself with state title
Jefferson West 220-pound wrestler Justin Scott removed a huge weight off his shoulders on Saturday by claiming the Class 4A state title.
Elementary children rally to support animal shelter
The Jefferson West Elementary students held an assembly Friday to present a check in the amount of $650 to the Jefferson County Humane Society.
Experience paves way for agra-business career
The Jefferson West FFA Chapter members will celebrate National FFA Week starting Monday by showing their appreciation to the faculty.
Jefferson County Election results from April 2
Following are the unofficial election results from the Jefferson County Election Office. Only the two main questions and the few races are reported: Jefferson County North, USD 339 Bond issue passed with 77% support: Yes —333 No —98 Meriden-Ozawkie area library district question passed with 85% support: Yes—332 No—59 Races — USD 338, Valley Falls, [...]
Doors open on new Dollar General Store in Valley Falls
by Clarke Davis Kerri Oliva has managed Dollar General stores for 10 years, but Valley Falls provided her first experience at stocking a brand-new store. The doors opened on the new Dollar General Nov. 29 on Highway K-4 next to Valley Ag. Crazy, tired, and fun were words she used to describe the experience in [...]
Presidential race brings 60 percent of Jefferson County voters to the polls
A total of 7,765 voters cast ballots in Jefferson County Tuesday, 60 percent of the total registered.
Dentist looks for a new beginning in McLouth
Story and photo by Dennis Sharkey The McLouth Dental Clinic reopened its doors on Monday with a new look and a new leader. Dentist Grant Larkin has taken over the business that has been closed for about a month. The familiar location is on the south side of K-16 Highway on the east side of [...]
Horses, covered wagons draw attention
Lee the Horselogger camped in Meriden last week and spent the weekend at Valley Falls as he works his way north and east to another logging job. Story and photo by Clarke Davis Lee the Horselogger is making his way across the United States by horse and covered wagon — for the third time in [...]
Davis Publications offers subscriptions to electronic versions of county newspapers
In the past, JeffCountyNews.com has provided a small amount of news and features at no charge.