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“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

Budget amendments approved by council

Police Chief Ron Latimer was recognized at last week’s Scottsboro City County meeting. Latimer’s last day of service with the City of Scottsboro was April 1. Mayor Jim McCamy recommended Major Greg Godfrey be appointed to the position. Council President Richard “Pudge” Bailey stated that the council could table the… READ_MORE

Eelgrass harvesting coming to an end

Published on Wednesday, 02 October 2024 10:48

Last week, members of TVA gave an eelgrass update from the Scottsboro City Park.

Scottsboro approves new Animal Control Ordinance

Published on Wednesday, 02 October 2024 10:46

Scottsboro City Council members recently approved a new Animal Control Ordinance.

Love shouldn’t hurt

Published on Monday, 30 September 2024 07:29

Are You an Emotional Stuffer?
by Teresia Smith

Emotions are a part of being human, but learning how to effectively handle strong feelings is challenging. How many times have you received the following poor advice when you are hurting? “Don’t cry over it.” “Don’t let them get to you.” “Just get over it and move on.”