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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

James Cline

Published on Tuesday, 23 May 2023 10:10

James Glenn Cline, 88 of Scottsboro, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at his residence.

LaVance Bell

Published on Tuesday, 23 May 2023 10:09

Mr. LaVance Bell, 82 of Powell, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023.

Betty Adkins

Published on Tuesday, 23 May 2023 10:09

Ms. Betty Faye Adkins, 72 of Scottsboro, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023 at her residence.

Scottsboro celebrates Archie F. Stewart Memorial Day

Published on Friday, 19 May 2023 12:45

Archie F. Stewart was a passionate and innovative civil rights leader who served as president of the regional NAACP for over ten years. In 1981, Mayor Roy Owen proclaimed May 23 to be the “Archie F. Stewart Day” in Scottsboro. Next Wednesday, May 24, The Scottsboro Boys Museum will host Archie F. Stewart Day with a program beginning at 10:00 am. Admission will be free.