Official corruption, physical assault, a suspicion of murder and a clandestine affair combine to turn the life of a small town's managing editor upside down. A horribly flawed public works project becomes ominous as one person dies and another is severely beaten amid suspicions of bribery. Great stories for a small town's newspaper? That's what editor and eligible bachelor Greg Grunau thinks -- before he gets swept up in an unexpected dalliance. Is it just an accidental liaison, or are hidden agendas and ulterior motives calculated to compromise his integrity and independence? Massive amounts of money, survival of businesses and careers are at stake. The newspaper's motto is "Lux et Veritas" -- light and truth. Can Greg and his staff overcome multiple threats to their ability to shed light and tell the truth?