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Crusade Against Drugs Continues In Scott County

Scott County Sheriff’s Deputies continued their battle with drug users and dealers last week charging eight with a variety of offenses.Just after 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 6, Deputy Zach Brown made a routine traffic stop on U.S. 31 in Underwood to talk with the...

What’s That Purple Crop Growing In Fields?

The Scott County Purdue Extension Offices has been getting some calls asking “What’s that purple crop growing in fields in our area?”The answer is it’s not a “new crop” farmers are trying to grow for harvest, but most likely either the weeds henbit or purple...

Masonic Lodge In Austin Plans Steak Fry May 1

The Scott Lodge #120 F&AM in Austin will hold an open to the public steak fry this Saturday, May 1, with serving from 4-7 p.m.There will be outdoor seating for dining and carry out available. A steak dinner which includes baked potato, salad, dessert and drink is...

State Legislators Engage In False Economy

by Curt Kovener It’s time to debunk the myth of the financial burden advertising public notices places on local government units.The cost is the No. 1 cited reason given by those who lobby the legislature for local government associations when testifying for the...