This story is one of the most interesting phases of the Civil War and was one of the most well-known Confederate campaigns conducted by General John Hunt Morgan (Morgan’s Raid) through Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana during the summer of 1863.  I will share the highlights of this story over the next three weeks with you. …

William H. English Born: Lexington, IN 1822 Died: Indianapolis, IN 1896 William H. English was the first native born Hoosier to be placed on the Democrat or Republican party ticket, being nominated for the vice presidency by the Democrat party.  William was immersed in local and state politics as a young man, serving in clerkship…

Recently, I learned that two (2) locally owned retailers in Scott County had sold their business to a large national chain and would be closing their doors sometime around the middle of July.  Later that day, I also learned that two (2) local restaurant options had recently closed too.  The ironic part is that I…

Also known as Owens Cemetery; this cemetery is quite isolated and sits high on a hillside in Scott County, Indiana.  The following accounts have been reported by local residents and amateur paranormal investigators.   Before you continue, it is important to note, the Scott County Visitors Commission does not endorse nor support trespassing to visit this…

If you live in Indiana or plan on traveling to Indiana be aware that all drivers will be banned from using handheld cellphones on Indiana roads starting in July 1, 2020.   This legislation signed by Governor Eric Holcomb makes Indiana the 22nd state to prohibit drivers from holding or using a handheld mobile device while…