New Years Resolutions

Is anybody making New Years resolutions this year? How about you guys in Jefferson?

high school web site

Are there any people in the Jefferson school district willing to donate 1-2 hours per month of their time toward the upgrade of the high school web site? If there are, I would be happy to work with them free of charge.

Open Discussion

We're probably not picking the topic you want to talk about. It makes no difference what it is, you can start your own thread right here!

Jefferson Shopping Trends

OK, So where did everyone from Jefferson do their Christmas shopping? Locally, nearby communities, Des Moines? Maybe the internet? Perhaps a combination of the above? Tell us where you're shopping.

Four Day School Week

There has been talk of installing a four-day school week throughout Iowa. Good or bad idea?

Tear it Down!

Let's get rid of one eyesore in the Jefferson area. What will it be?

What's Wrong With Trees?

One of our editors recently pointed out to me that nobody plants trees in Jefferson! Look at all the treeless space at the high school, fairgrounds, and even some residential areas. Are we missing something here, or do people just not like mowing around them?

Major Changes

In the next ten years, what do you feel will be the major changes in Jefferson, as we know it? I'll let you respond, then supply the correct answer(s).

Christmas Plans

What are your plans this year for Christmas? Do you plan on seeing family in Jefferson or perhaps visiting relatives elsewhere? Any thoughts?

Open Discussion

OK, what do you want to talk about? Any new comments or complaints? Here's where you can get answers.

My Favorite Place

OK, so you have an afternoon you can spend anywhere in Iowa. What is your favorite place within the state? Who knows? It may be your own back yard.

An American Icon

I have been notified by my news sources of the death of Larry LaPrise, the man that wrote "The Hokey Pokey", at the age of 93. Our sympathies to his loved ones at his nearly unnoticed passing.
The worst part was placing him in his casket. They put his left leg in and then the trouble started.

Where Should We Go?

You are a resident of Jefferson and your wealthy, distant relatives from Boston will be passing through and staying for the weekend. Where will you take them for food and entertainment?

Hispanic Invasion

The Perry high school web site is currently available in both English and Spanish. How long do you think it will be before Jefferson's population gets an injection of Hispanic culture?

Jefferson Photo Archives

We have a new link on our main web page featuring much older photos of the Greene County area. Any comments about these? We find them interesting, and I'm wondering if anybody out there has access to other photos from those older times.

Open Discussion

Start a thread about whatever you like. You are probably tired of me choosing the topics, anyway.

Local Shopping

To what do you attribute the amazing lack of businesses in Jefferson? It seems that there is virtually no competition - just one of each kind of store. 30 years ago this was certainly not the case, as there were four hardware stores, five grocery stores, and multiple clothing and furniture stores. All this, yet the population remains roughly the same?

What Pays The Bills?

I've been watching and talking to everyone on this site for awhile and have been thinking that not everyone is just paid a salary to contribute like I do. I'm just wondering what the rest of our regular posters do for a living and how they're getting by in these days.

Lost But Not Forgotten

Are there any people you remember from Jefferson that you lost track of when you graduated or left town? Who are you looking for - maybe we can help.

Who's out there from the '70s?

You've seen the ads. You survived. What can you remember? Music Factory? ZZTop? Peoples? Blue Oyster? Think hard. You can do it.

Music

Since it's come up a few times, why don't you share your musical interests, including any Jefferson connections, such as the late Jack Oatts.

Jefferson Photo Session

Jefferson Iowa News will be in Jefferson on Saturday, November 8 taking stock file photos of the downtown area. Does anybody have any requests? Tell us where we should stop and what will be going on that day.

Open Forum

Talk about whatever you want. What did you have for breakfast? Maybe Mr. Boyer will let us know what is going on in Perry. Where is the last place you went shopping in Jefferson? Whatever.

The Square

OK, think hard. What is the absolutely strangest thing you ever saw take place near or around the square in Jefferson?

The Sierra Theater

Do you remember going to the Sierra Theater to watch movies? Do you remember when Jefferson had two theaters? What were the most memorable shows you saw there?

First Wheels

Do you remember your first car? What was it? How long did it take you to wreck it? Do you remember spots around Greene County where everyone used to drive to?

Entertainment

Help us find out what our readers are interested in. Tell me what you do for entertainment. Especially those of you who live in Jefferson.

Lost Business Opportunities

Perhaps 30 or so years ago, Jefferson had chances to land several large businesses within their city. These included Pella Windows, and several department stores. They were not aggressively pursued. Do you think that was a good or bad idea?

Most Unforgettable Character

What individual from Jefferson has left the biggest impression with you, good or bad?

Open Discussion

What's your beef? Did we miss anything the last time we opened things up?

Jefferson Area Parks

Can anybody explain to me why nobody uses the Greene County Parks? They all appear to be very well kept, yet even on holidays are virtually empty.

Places to Eat

What is/was your favorite Jefferson restaurant or place to eat?

Bee and Herald

How often do you read the Jefferson Bee and/or Herald? Are you satisfied with its content?
What would you change about it?

Open Discussion

Bring up any topic for discussion you like. I will try to respond.

Business District Location

Why do you think Jefferson continues to center most of its business near old highway 30, instead of along the more-travelled new highway 30?

Jefferson Restaurants

Why do you think all of the local bars in Jefferson decided to become restaurants? This hasn't happened in larger communities.

OK, Boone and Carroll

By popular demand, I guess, please tell me what makes Jefferson better than Boone and/or Carroll. Or even Scranton, for that matter.

Closed and Forgotten Businesses

Jefferson has lost many businesses over the years due to its economic struggles. Are there any that you particularly remember or miss?

Jefferson's teachers

While growing up, who were your most and/or least favorite teachers in Jefferson?

Changes in Jefferson

If you could change one thing in Jefferson, what would it be?

Religion

Why do you think religion has become more popular these days?

Singles in Jefferson

Where would a single guy hang out in Jefferson if he wanted to meet a single girl?

Ram's football schedule

Why is Jefferson practically the only school I know that does not show their upcoming schedule on their web site? I guess they feel no one outside the community is interested.

Jefferson's Questionable Population

Thirty years ago, the population of Jefferson was listed at 4200, and five grocery stores were doing business. Actually, they had all been around for quite some time. The average graduating class (Jefferson only) was over 100 students.
Now, we're Jefferson's population has grown to 4600, but there is only one, small grocery store, and several towns were forced to consolidate, to maintain even smaller classes.
How is this possible?