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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

Dorothy Ferguson

Published on Wednesday, 10 August 2022 13:28

Mrs. Dorothy Carolyn Ferguson, 77 of Albertville, passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2022.

Brandon Cagle

Published on Wednesday, 10 August 2022 13:27

Brandon Eugene Cagle, 21 of Collinsville, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022.

Ralph Bailey

Published on Wednesday, 10 August 2022 13:27

Mr. Ralph Bailey, 64 of Baileytown, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2022.

County Employees Recognized

Published on Thursday, 04 August 2022 12:15

The Jackson County Commission recognized employees who have been serving for many years at the last regular meeting and work session held on Monday, July 25, 2022.