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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
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Odessa Looney
- Published on Tuesday, 17 December 2024 07:29
Odessa Looney, age 76 of Scottsboro, passed away on December 4, 2024.
December grand jury issues report
- Published on Thursday, 12 December 2024 09:57
During the December Jackson County Grand Jury, 303 cases were reviewed. Of those, 292 were true billed (indicted). According to the report the grand jury toured the Jackson County Courthouse.
TVA awards grants
- Published on Thursday, 12 December 2024 09:56
The Tennessee Valley Authority, in partnership with Bicentennial Volunteers Inc., a TVA retiree organization, is awarding a record-tying $1.5 million in grants to educators to develop science, technology, engineering and math education projects across the Tennessee Valley region.
ALEA reports traffic fatalities
- Published on Thursday, 12 December 2024 09:55
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has concluded its Thanksgiving holiday enforcement period. This critical initiative aimed to ensure the safety of all citizens during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year.
Fishing tip of the week
- Published on Wednesday, 11 December 2024 13:15
The Need to Learn
by Mike Gerry
As you move toward the New Year, if you have not come up with a New Year’s Resolution, I have one for you. As a bass fisherman the chances that you can present and be confident with every lure and presentation on the market is slim.
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