Worried that local officials might not allow the annual Whimmydiddle arts and crafts show to proceed this year, members of the Alpha Omega sorority were assured by Scott County commissioners they could proceed with the event as normal. But, the commission added a caveat. “It’s hard to predict what will happen between now and September, but for now you can go forward,” said Commission Chairman Jim Minnix. Sorority member Nora Burnett noted that the arts and crafts event makes it possible for them to award about $25,000 in scholarships annually. The organization was concerned about their ability to do that next year, along with providing financial assistance for other needs in the community. She said they have already received a number of vendor applications so needed to know what to tell those wanting booths.
(Read more: Scott County Record)