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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

SPD gets two new patrol vehicles

The Scottsboro Police Department is riding in style, thanks to a community funding grant through U.S. Rep. Dale Strong. “I am proud to have secured $120,000 in funding for the Scottsboro Police Department to purchase and outfit new patrol vehicles,” said Strong (R-Monrovia). “This investment ensures our officers have the… READ_MORE

Gov. Ivey announces end of participation in all federal unemployment compensation programs

Published on Thursday, 20 May 2021 08:30

MONTGOMERY—
Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Alabama will end its participation in all federally funded pandemic unemployment compensation programs effective June 19, 2021 including:

Fishing tip of the week

Published on Wednesday, 19 May 2021 12:10

Summertime thoughts
by Mike Gerry

Drastic change is ahead and as we progress into the summertime patterns, bass fishing becomes more complex and, hence, there are many more decisions you need to make to have successful trips during the heat of the summer.