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Scottsboro earns 2024 Tree City USA recognition
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Scottsboro a 2024 Tree City USA, celebrating the city’s 40th year of dedication to urban forestry. This long-standing commitment highlights Scottsboro’s efforts to create a greener, healthier community. By prioritizing tree care and sustainability, the city joins a nationwide network of communities working to… READ_MORE -
Commissioner's Corner
Recently, I had the chance to sit down with Jackson County Commission Chairman Bill Nance for a recap of 2024 and a look ahead for 2025. Nance began, “We finished 2024 with completing paving of 30.4 miles of county roads. 14.4 miles of those roads were what we call local… READ_MORE -
Residents speak against rezoning property
The recent Scottsboro City Council meeting began with a public hearing for the rezoning of property located near Chick-fil-A for the construction of a RaceTrac. Several residents appeared and spoke against the rezoning. The main concern voiced by residents was the traffic issues that are ongoing in the area. Most… READ_MORE
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Elizabeth Jane Bell
- Published on Monday, 08 April 2024 11:16
Elizabeth Jane Bell, age 79, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024.
Community gathers to honor Vietnam Veterans
- Published on Thursday, 04 April 2024 07:54
Last Friday, National Vietnam Veterans Day, the community gathered at Veterans Memorial Park of Jackson County (VMPJC) to pay heartfelt tribute to the brave souls who served in the Vietnam War.
Fishing tip of the week
- Published on Tuesday, 02 April 2024 06:19
Fishing the Spawn
by Mike Gerry
We are approaching the spawn. As it approaches, there are some keys to catching bass for you to keep in mind and really improve your day on the water.
The first thing is to do a little
Love shouldn’t hurt-ever
- Published on Tuesday, 02 April 2024 06:17
Building Connected Communities
by Teresia Smith
Our nation recognizes April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). SAAM aims to raise public awareness about sexual violence and communicate to members of the community what services are available to survivors. This year’s national theme is “Building Connected Communities”. The focus is to foster community awareness to promote safety, respect, and bystander intervention to help stop sexual violence before it happens. Our goal is to educate communities on how they can embrace their voices to show their support for survivors, as well as take a stand against victim blaming and hurtful misconceptions.
Thoughts from The Bible
- Published on Tuesday, 02 April 2024 06:16
Confidence at the Coming of Christ
by Sarah Wootten
You were caught red-handed. You thought no one was watching, but moms always know.
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