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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

Elizabeth Anne Baucom Esslinger Hyatt

Published on Tuesday, 09 January 2024 13:09

Elizabeth Anne Baucom Esslinger Hyatt, age 89 of Grant, passed away on December 19, 2023.

Leslie Gail Harbin

Published on Tuesday, 09 January 2024 11:24

Leslie Gail Harbin, age 55 of Scottsboro, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023. A graveside service was held on Saturday, December 30, 2023 from the Latham Cemetery. Edward Harbin officiated.
Mrs. Harbin is survived by her husband, Tim Harbin; daughter, Kelle Stinnett; son, Adam Moore; mother, Ruby Freeman; sisters, Patricia Hereford and Christy Johnson; brother, George Fouse; grandchildren, Cody Moore, Shanna Boyd, Laci Stinnett, Brandie Stinnett and Rachel Moore; great grandchildren, Alaya McCary and Briley Moore; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Harbin was preceded in death by her father, George Brenamen; and grandparents, Odell and Bernice Thrower.