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STAR ID enforcement deadline approaching

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) would like to remind Alabama residents that the REAL ID Act of 2005, will go into effect on May 7, 2025.But, what does this really mean? Alabamians planning to fly domestic in the United States (U.S.) or enter certain federal facilities will need a… READ_MORE

“Don’t drop it on Alabama” this weekend

The statewide “Don’t Drop It on Alabama” Spring Cleanup, an annual event coordinated by Alabama PALS (People Against a Littered State), will be held during April. The “Don’t Drop It on Alabama” Spring Cleanup is offered to all 67 Alabama counties, municipalities and statewide volunteer groups. Over 140 cities, counties… READ_MORE

Flat Rock School to close

The Jackson County Board of Education recently voted to close Flat Rock School. Similar to the Board’s decision seven years ago to close Paint Rock Valley School, the decision was based on enrollment numbers in part. The decision came a little over a week after Jackson County Board of Education… READ_MORE

Carol Joan Precise Cassels

Published on Wednesday, 08 November 2023 08:08

Carol Joan Precise Cassels, age 63 of Scottsboro, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023.

Phillip Wayne Campbell

Published on Wednesday, 08 November 2023 08:05

Phillip Wayne Campbell, age 69 of Rosalie, formerly of Scottsboro, passed away on November 1, 2023.

Council discusses delinquent sales tax

Published on Tuesday, 07 November 2023 14:59

During the recent Scottsboro City Council work session, past due sales tax was the hot topic.

NACC named best community college in Alabama

Published on Wednesday, 01 November 2023 13:40

Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) has been recognized by Intelligent.com as the best community college in Alabama. NACC was awarded the top ranking after receiving an “Intelligent Score” of 99. This ranking was awarded as part of Intelligent.com’s Best Community Colleges in Alabama 2024 report.