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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

Nora Childress

Published on Tuesday, 01 March 2022 14:26

Mrs. Nora Christine Childress, 73 of New Hope, gained her heavenly wings on Friday, February 18, 2022 after a long battle with cancer.

Mary Barricks

Published on Tuesday, 01 March 2022 14:25

Mrs. Mary Ellen Barricks of Pleasant Groves was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 20, 2022 with family by her side.

Wanda Allen

Published on Tuesday, 01 March 2022 14:24

Mrs. Wanda Dunn Allen, 69 of Grant, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at her home.

Skyline Farms Heritage Association fundraiser

Published on Thursday, 24 February 2022 15:41

The Skyline Farms Heritage Association has been working diligently to preserve, restore, protect and promote the history of the Skyline and Cumberland Mountain area for the past several years.