North Scott Press

21/10/2025

🍊 It’s that time of year again! The North Scott FFA & Junior FFA Fruit, Cheese, Meats, and Local Goods Fundraiser is officially open! Your purchase supports hands-on learning, leadership development, and travel for our FFA members.

Orders are open now through November 7!
📍Contact any FFA member or visit the online store here: https://secure.smore.com/n/pr3ahz

21/10/2025

21/10/2025

New in this week's NSP:

• Lancer Productions presents "Clue" next week
• Eldridge city attorney weighs in on fire department discussions
• North Scott Band mattress fundraiser Sunday
• Mary Diercks to keep Rivercrest Estates in Princeton
• Candidate guides for Walcott and Long Grove
• Jaxson Adkisson becomes the first Lancer to medal at state golf
• North Scott volleyball team grabs a share of MAC title

All that and more in your Oct. 22 NSP!

https://northscottpress.com/stories/north-scott-press-october-22-2025,213688

14/10/2025

New in this week's NSP:

• North Scott alum Brenna Teerlinck inducted into National Blood Donation Hall of Fame
• Parent asks school board how the community can help prevent violence following lockdown incident at North Scott High School
• Benefit for Katie Fossum and her son, Kaoni, at Ray's Pub this weekend
• Davenport firefighters arrange fundraiser for two-year-old son of one of their own
• McCausland hires Haylee Soda as new clerk
• School board hears update on Regional Innovation Center
• CIPCO clears first zoning hurdle
• Matt Petersen to join Brad Ward as co-head baseball coach this season

All that and much more in your Oct. 15 NSP!

https://northscottpress.com/stories/north-scott-press-october-15-2025,212342

10/10/2025

The North Scott Service Club is hosting a 'reverse powderpuff' volleyball event next Tuesday as part of a fundraiser to benefit the Student Hunger Drive.

Over two dozen Lancer football players are set to compete in The Pit on Oct. 14 with matches beginning at 7:30 p.m.

The North Scott Service Club is hosting a 'reverse powderpuff' volleyball event next Tuesday as part of a fundraiser to benefit the Student Hunger Drive.

08/10/2025

A 15-year-old was charged with making threats of terrorism following a precautionary lockdown at North Scott High School Tuesday afternoon.

A 15-year-old was charged with making threats of terrorism following a precautionary lockdown at North Scott High School Tuesday afternoon.

07/10/2025

https://northscottpress.com/stories/north-scott-students-unharmed-after-precautionary-lockdown,211134

North Scott High School was placed on what district officials called a "precautionary lockdown" Tuesday afternoon after a report of a student possibly in possession of a weapon.

According to a statement released by the district Tuesday evening, two students made a report to school officials that a student may have had a weapon. The building was searched, and no weapon was found. District officials also said no direct threat was made to any student or staff member.

North Scott High School was placed on what district officials called a "precautionary lockdown" Tuesday afternoon after a report of a student possibly in possession of a weapon.

07/10/2025

New in this week's NSP:

• Distance remains between Eldridge Fire Department, city hall on agreement to take on fire department
• Eldridge hires new city clerk away from LeClaire
• CIPCO representatives meet Maysville residents
• First responders honored for life-saving actions
• North Scott kicks off Student Hunger Drive activities
• Princeton parties and raises money for new playground
• Maddy Jepsen places fourth at girls' tennis state tournament
• Boys' golf team qualifies for state

All that and more in your Oct. 8 NSP!

https://northscottpress.com/stories/north-scott-press-october-8-2025,211106

03/10/2025

**Scott County EMA's Alert Iowa Notification System**

**Countywide Burn Ban in Effect for Scott County, Iowa**

The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the local Fire Chiefs and the State Fire Marshal’s Office, has determined that open burning constitutes a danger to life & property in Scott County, Iowa. Therefore, pursuant to Iowa Code 100.40(1), a Burn Ban is in effect as of 10/03/2025 at 03:30 pm for all of Scott County, Iowa.

Current conditions and concerns include dry weather conditions, projected rain amounts in the immediate future, dried vegetation, and wind conditions.

The burn ban will be in effect until further notice. When the conditions improve, allowing for a lift of the burn ban, further notification will be sent. Notifications will be distributed by press release, social media and through Scott County’s Alert Iowa “Countywide | Burn Ban” opt-in messaging list.

You can find additional information and details by clicking on the links below:

State of Iowa Fire Marshal Burn Ban Information & FAQ
https://dps.iowa.gov/divisions-iowa-department-public-safety/iowa-state-fire-marshal-division/state-fire-marshal-division-general-information -ban-information
State of Iowa Fire Marshal Burn Ban Map
https://iowa.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/c22956334fd8435080ed851f549c5263
National Weather Service Drought Monitor Graphics
https://www.weather.gov/dvn/drought
Iowa Code 100.40 for Burn Ban
https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/ico/chapter/2013/100.40.pdf
Scott County Emergency Agency
https://www.scottcountyiowa.gov/ema

30/09/2025

New in this week's NSP:

• Eldridge Park Board unveils new walking trails at Hickory Creek Park
• John Kostichek reflects on his time as Walcott mayor
• East LeClaire Road in rural Eldridge to be resurfaced
• North Scott School District explores new set of facilities projects
• Princeton Fall Festival this Saturday
• County honors longtime employees
• Get to know your North Scott School Board candidates
• Miguel's Street Tacos opens in Eldridge
• Jaxon Adkisson wins MAC golf title in playoff with teammate Andrew Vollbeer
• Photos from Homecoming and Battle of the Badges

All that and more in your Oct. 1 NSP!

https://northscottpress.com/stories/north-scott-press-october-1-2025,209878

29/09/2025