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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

The Voice of Jackson County

Published on Wednesday, 30 August 2023 14:19

On June 13, 1950, WCRI AM 1050 aired in Jackson County, under the ownership of Pat Courington. At the time, advertisements for the station ran “Continuous entertainment and news, local and national.

Leadership Jackson County seeks participants

Published on Wednesday, 23 August 2023 11:10

The Leadership Jackson County Program is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 class.

Council hears zoning complaint

Published on Wednesday, 23 August 2023 11:04

The Scottsboro City Council recently held their regular scheduled meeting.

County approves loan agreement

Published on Wednesday, 23 August 2023 11:02

County Commission Chairman Bill Nance began the recent joint work session and meeting by speaking about the resolution and loan agreement with Alabama Transportation Infrastructure Bank relating to a limited obligation revenue bond.