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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
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Stonebridge residents speak at hearing
- Published on Wednesday, 21 August 2024 08:59
The much anticipated public hearing was held last week regarding the rezoning of 50 acres in the Stonebridge Subdivision. Developers have proposed rezoning the property from R-1 to R-3. However, there has been much opposition to the rezoning by residents of Stonebridge. The hearing was packed with residents of Stonebridge and other citizens of Scottsboro.
Voice of the Wildcats begins 38th football season
- Published on Wednesday, 21 August 2024 08:35
If you are looking for WWIC AM1050 radio owner and voice, Greg Bell, on any given Friday afternoon between now and the end of May 2025, chances are you’ll find him behind the microphone, broadcasting Scottsboro football, Scottsboro basketball, Scottsboro softball, or NACC Lady Mustangs softball. “Play ball!” Bell exclaims. This year when the Friday night lights come on, Bell – widely known as the “Voice of the Wildcats” and stat-keeper extraordinaire – will begin his 38th year of broadcasting Scottsboro Wildcat football.
Jury trial begins in Guffey murder case
- Published on Tuesday, 20 August 2024 19:11
Fishing tip of the week
- Published on Monday, 19 August 2024 08:29
Fishing Report
by Mike Gerry
It’s no secret its hot the water temp is up, and the fish lack oxygen making there aggressiveness slow and bites are at a premium. Sure, there is bites, but you can’t miss your opportunities, be patient, precise and make every opportunity count.
Love shouldn’t hurt
- Published on Monday, 19 August 2024 08:28
Supporting a Sexual Abuse Survivor
by Teresia Smith
The shame a sexual assault victim experiences is increased when they are not allowed to talk about the trauma. Rebecca Street, a survivor of sexual abuse, says that this is one reason survivors tend to sometimes blurt out their story to complete strangers. Just the act of speaking of what happened to them is an effort to heal. In society, it is often considered inappropriate to discuss any trauma.
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