McConnell Construction of Jefferson has poured the footings and floor for the Rippey Community Room that will be attached to the west of the Rippey Public Library.
If viewers look closely they will be able to see the retaining wall on the west side of the lot that formerly held Squeak's restaurant.
John and his work crew will be working on the addition during the winter months and anticipates having the work completed by June 1st.
And now the news......
May 17, 2013Dale and Nancy Hanaman traveled to Wisconsin to celebrate their son Matthew’s birthday along with their granddaughters, Adrianna and Adyara. Nancy returned recently to share in the confirmation service for Adrianna and Adyara at First United Methodist Church in Rice Lake, WI. After the service, they shared in a meal at a local restaurant to honor the girls and to celebrate Mother’s Day early. Because of 16 inches of snow earlier in the week, Adyara’s soccer game on Saturday was postponed. Warmer weather over the weekend melted most of the snow.
Velda DeMoss celebrated her birthday on May 7th with birthday cake and cards at the quilting group coffee that morning. That evening she was invited to join her son and daughter in law, Shawn and Lori DeMoss and grandson, Bryce at To-Jo's in Jamaica for supper. Upon arrival, she found several friends joining the group, complete with another birthday cake. Wednesday noon, Jean Borgeson, Phyllis Gannon and Velda joined others in Jamaica for lunch and some of the leftover birthday cake. On Thursday Velda had a scan and chemo treatment and her Dr. reported that she was boring, meaning the scan had not changed since the last scan three months ago. A great birthday week!
A book discussion of The Scarlet Letter was held Monday at the Rippey Library with guest discussion leader, Lawrence Geisler of Churdan. Mr. Geisler had used this book several times in his teaching career. Ten people attended the discussion and plans were made for another discussion on the second Monday of June. A book will be selected in the near future. The library is open again after being closed as construction continues on the expansion of the community room.
The black and white photos of Raymond Andrews are now on display at the Rippey Library as National Photography week is observed. Raymond, a Rippey High School graduate was well known for his photos and teaching of photography. Stop in at the library and look at these pictures.
Memorial Day weekend
The Rippey High School alumni will be having their reunion at NOON on Saturday, May 25. Reservations should be made immediately for the noon meal. A brief business meeting will be held following dinner and also a program. There will be plenty of time for visiting during the afternoon.
On Memorial Day the Rippey American Legion Post will conduct services at Fairview Church, Angus Cemetery, Old Rippey Cemetery and will be at the Rippey Cemetery at 11 am for the traditional program. All are invited to the Rippey Methodist Church following the service at the cemetery for a luncheon. The Legion will also conduct services at Pleasant Hill Cemetery on Sunday afternoon.Lori and Shawn DeMoss hosted a Mother's Day dinner in their home. Those attending included Beth DeMoss, Emily and Gabe DeMoss all of Jefferson, Marc DeMoss of Rockwell City, Karli and Zelda DeMoss and Marshall Louk of Carroll and Velda DeMoss of Rippey.
August 24, 2012 addition to LIbrary News here.
Click here to see Press Release and pics for the Library Project (updated 5/8/12)
Updated 2/25/12, Velda's Varieties, click here!!
Click here for pictures and updates of alumni reunions.
*New Page, 1912 Fire added to Historical Happenings! Also added, pictures of the demolition with articles and updates as received.
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Velda De Moss, President
Mary Weaver, Vice President
Mary Hick, Secretary
Sharon Ulrich, Treasurer