By Jeff Montgomery NSP Staff Writer In a week that was ultimately defined by the weather, rural Scott County got its own scare late on Sunday night. Sirens sounded throughout the area shortly … [Read more...]
In case of emergency: Sirens offer warnings, but some uncertainty remains
COP BEAT: View the latest Eldridge Police reports

Monday, May 13 12:26 a.m. – Complaint of a suspicious vehicle on East Iowa Street. Handled by officer. 8:14 a.m. – Steven Bomia, 56, Lowden, was cited for improper use of registration at 900 E. … [Read more...]
The New Guy: The New Guy makes a name for himself

Some people still think of me as an Illinoisan in Hawkeye territory. Others just call me The New Guy. Either way, the essential fact remains the same: In a community where many set up roots decades … [Read more...]
View PDF versions of each section from the May 22 NSP!

Please click on the links below to view full PDF versions of each section from the May 22 NSP! • 05-22 - NSP Section A • 05-22 - NSP Section B … [Read more...]
View The NSP’s 2013 garage sale map!!
Please click on the link below to view a map of the 2013 garage sale. • NSP-2013- Garage Sale Map … [Read more...]
Huber, Haycraft wrap up their seasons in style

Two former North Scott all-staters will be finishing up their college softball seasons on a high note as both Central College and Luther College have qualified for this week’s NCAA Division III … [Read more...]
Lost Grove Lake back on schedule: Recent rains generate excitement

By Jeff Montgomery NSP Staff Writer Thanks to a big assist from Mother Nature, the excitement surrounding Lost Grove Lake is reaching unprecedented heights. The same could be said for the lake … [Read more...]
Loebsack goes for ride-along: Congressman gets close-up view of Eldridge PD

By Jeff Montgomery NSP Staff Writer U.S. Congressman Dave Loebsack spent last Saturday afternoon (May 11) getting some face-time with the local police force. Loebsack arrived in Eldridge at … [Read more...]
Park View resident wants NS to focus on school bus safety: New bus safety task force in the works
By Jeff Montgomery NSP Staff Writer Over the past three months, Park View resident Sheri Brix has spent a lot time thinking about safety on North Scott school buses. Now she is urging the district … [Read more...]
Impressions: Glen Suiter had reverence for the land, the river and the people

One of my good memories at The NSP is working with Glen Suiter to publish a four-page pull-out to celebrate the opening of the new Farmers Savings Bank building in Princeton at Thanksgiving time in … [Read more...]













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