Motorists traveling in the area of McColl Drive and Lynn Avenue/Glendale Road will soon encounter a traffic control device new to Savage.

With only two months until the Nov. 2 General Election, voters can prepare now to ensure their ballots are counted.  Applications for voter registration and absentee ballots are now available online on the City of Savage Elections home page, and in person at Savage City Hall or the Scott County Government Center.

Rusty farm implements and a lesson in history was not what Boy Scout Roddy Jarnigan had in mind when he envisioned his Eagle Scout project. His first interest was photography. But with Eagle Scout project guidelines requiring he utilize his entire troop, Jarnigan decided to inquire with the City of Savage about available projects that might better fit the criteria. Little did he know, City Administrator Barry Stock had the ideal project waiting in the wings.

During Fire Prevention Week, residents of Savage will have a chance to explore the newly built Fire Station No. 60.

Fall activities, winter jobs and recreation updates available through Parks and Recreation

Voters accustomed to casting primary election ballots after summer’s end may need to adjust their habits. The state primary has been moved to an earlier date and will occur on Aug. 10 instead of Sept. 14. The new law is intended to create a bigger gap between the primary – when general election finalists are determined – and the general election. The gap gives military and oversees voters more time to receive and return absentee ballots for the general election.

In the midst of summer, lawns may begin turning a faint shade of brown. Don’t worry though; your lawn isn’t dead; it’s going dormant during the hot weather.