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Gathering Persimmons An Annual Southern Hoosier Tradition
Photo & Story by Joseph F. Persinger When autumn’s colors explode across the fields and forests of Jackson County, many families participate in a longstanding tradition — the gathering of native persimmons. These odd little orange-colored fruits — astringent and...
Masonic Lodge In Austin Serving Pork Chop Dinner
The Scott Lodge #120 in Austin will host a pork chop dinner this Saturday, Oct. 22, from 4-7 p.m. Dinner includes a pork chop, baked beans, slaw, dessert & drink for $8. The lodge is located on US 31 in Austin just north of the Dairy Queen.
Newspaperman Survives Wild Hickory Attack
by Curt Kovener (This is an encore column from the Curt Comments archives.) I will tell you up front, this is a nutty story. I enjoy getting outside in the fall when the air is cool & crisp. And gathering persimmons and hickory nuts are a way to enjoy the out of...
Public Notices
PUBLIC NOTICE JACKSON COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR BIDS BITUMINOUS MATERIALS The Board of Jackson County Commissioners will receive sealed bids for bituminous materials, for the Contract year of 2017. All bids to be on file in the office of the Auditor not...
Classifieds
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Lack Of Community Response May Dry Up Storm Water Grant
Over the years there have been many Crothersville residents voice concerns at town council meetings about the lack of proper drainage following heavy rains. However, when documenting drainage problems count— applying for a grant to alleviate the drainage problem—...