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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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Love shouldn’t hurt – ever
- Published on Tuesday, 23 March 2021 07:53
Teen Dating Violence
by Teresia Smith
When we talk about sexual assault, abusive relationships, and sexual harassment, we tend to think those things only happen to adults. Unfortunately, that is wrong. Our teens experience such acts of violence too, and in larger numbers than most are aware. With summer coming soon and our teens hanging out more with less supervision, it’s a good time to take a look at teen dating violence.
Thoughts from The Bible
- Published on Tuesday, 23 March 2021 07:51
Characteristics
of character
by Terry Broome
Andrew Card, former chief of staff to Pres. George W. Bush was interviewed on Bill O’Reilly’s show on 7-12-08 at the time of the death of former Press Secretary, Tony Snow. Mr. Card gave a most fitting description of the life of Tony Snow, and in doing so he used words that are most descriptive of characteristics of people with “Character.” Speaking of Snow, he said “…he was nice when he didn’t have to be… He did good when no one was looking.”
Sue Winkles
- Published on Tuesday, 23 March 2021 07:49
Mrs. Sue Alice Winkles, 85 of Grant passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at her home.
Hugh Clay Wade
- Published on Tuesday, 23 March 2021 07:48
Mr. Hugh “Hook” Clay Wade, 89 of Scottsboro passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2021.
Sheila Guthrie Salters
- Published on Tuesday, 23 March 2021 07:47
Mrs. Sheila Guthrie Salters, 62 of Scottsboro passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021.
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