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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

Fishing tip of the week

Published on Tuesday, 14 November 2023 14:05

The Good Old Days
by Mike Gerry

To say things have changed on our high-pressure lakes is an understatement.

Love shouldn’t hurt-ever

Published on Tuesday, 14 November 2023 14:03

Life After Domestic Violence
by Teresia Smith

Life after domestic violence can feel overwhelming, and figuring how to move forward and rebuild your life can be very challenging.

Thoughts from The Bible

Published on Tuesday, 14 November 2023 14:01

The Eternal Son
Read 1 John 1:1-4.
by Sarah Wootten Corinth Missionary Baptist Church

When was the last time you pondered the idea of eternity? Have you ever thought about something having no beginning and no end? If you’re like me, it probably takes you about two minutes before you are utterly confused. It is very difficult for us time-bound humans surrounded by death and endings to consider the eternal. And even if we are comfortable with something not having an end, we will surely never understand something not having a start. However, John begins his letter with reminding his readers about the eternal Son of God.