Jul 7, 2021 | Curt Comments
by Curt Kovener In addition to the trees, plants and wildflowers, out at the wilderness retreat there are also the critters. Some are easily seen like the birds that come to the bird feeders along with the chipmunks and squirrels that feed on the sunflower seed...
Jul 7, 2021 | Legal Notices
LEGAL NOTICENOTICE TO TAXPAYERSOF ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONSNotice is hereby given to the taxpayers of Jackson County, Indiana, that the proper legal officer of Jackson County at their regular meeting place at Jackson County Courthouse Annex, at 6:00 p.m. on the 21st...
Jun 30, 2021 | Local News
In a coordinated effort last Thursday night Scott County Sheriff’s Deputies served two search warrants that resulted in 14 going to jail on drug related charges involving methamphetamine, heroin, marijuana, and controlled substances.“The search warrants were a result...
Jun 30, 2021 | Local News
An alert neighbor notifying authorities led to the arrest of a 32-year-old English for vehicle theft last Thursday morning.According to Sheriff Rick Meyer, his department received a report of a suspicious man walking up a driveway west of Crothersville. As Meyer and...
Jun 30, 2021 | Local News
In May 2020 both Jackson and Scott Counties had over 17% unemployment due to COVID-19 shutdowns and restrictions.The May 2021 numbers show employment bouncing back as local manufacturers, retailers and service providers rebound, according to the Indiana Department of...
Jun 30, 2021 | Local News
As the 4th of July is on a Sunday, all governmental offices in Scott & Jackson County will be closed on Monday, July 5, for Independence Day.Closings include the County Courthouses, annex offices, Austin & Scottsburg City Halls and Crothersville Town Hall and...
Jun 30, 2021 | Curt Comments
by Curt Kovener On Sunday, we celebrate the 245th birthday of the signing of the American Declaration of Independence. Contemplate on these famous quotes about liberty, both political and economic as I am convinced much can be learned from remembering past lessons on...
Jun 30, 2021 | Legal Notices
LEGAL NOTICESNOTICE TO TAXPAYERS OF ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONSNotice is hereby given the taxpayers of Scott County, Indiana that the County Council of Scott County, in the Commissioners Room, Suite 128 1 E. McClain Ave, Scottsburg, IN at 9:30 am on the 13th day of...
Jun 23, 2021 | Local News
The Austin Fireworks display on the grounds of Austin High School/Middle School has been set for on Friday night, July 2. The event is traditionally held the Friday before July 4th, giving families and friends a chance to celebrate Independence Day a little...
Jun 23, 2021 | Local News
Take the test: www.infb.org/speedtest. Indiana Farm Bureau has announced the formation of the Indiana Broadband Strategic Partnership (IBSP) to help bring reliable broadband to the most unserved and underserved communities across the state. To help with this...