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Scottsboro earns 2024 Tree City USA recognition

The Arbor Day Foundation has named Scottsboro a 2024 Tree City USA, celebrating the city’s 40th year of dedication to urban forestry. This long-standing commitment highlights Scottsboro’s efforts to create a greener, healthier community. By prioritizing tree care and sustainability, the city joins a nationwide network of communities working to… READ_MORE

Commissioner's Corner

Recently, I had the chance to sit down with Jackson County Commission Chairman Bill Nance for a recap of 2024 and a look ahead for 2025. Nance began, “We finished 2024 with completing paving of 30.4 miles of county roads. 14.4 miles of those roads were what we call local… READ_MORE

Residents speak against rezoning property

The recent Scottsboro City Council meeting began with a public hearing for the rezoning of property located near Chick-fil-A for the construction of a RaceTrac. Several residents appeared and spoke against the rezoning. The main concern voiced by residents was the traffic issues that are ongoing in the area. Most… READ_MORE

Leslie “Les” Barbee, Sr.

Published on Tuesday, 18 June 2024 06:25

Leslie “Les” Barbee, Sr., age 89 of Scottsboro, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024.

Scottsboro Municipal election set for August 27

Published on Thursday, 13 June 2024 11:21

The City of Scottsboro will hold its municipal election on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Qualifying for the election began Tuesday, June 11 and runs through Tuesday, June 25. If necessary a run-off election will be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

City Council hears requests

Published on Thursday, 13 June 2024 11:18

During the recent Scottsboro City Council meeting, several employees were recognized for their years of service and promotions.

Fishing tip of the week

Published on Tuesday, 11 June 2024 06:33

Is ethanol still an issue for the new 4-stroke motors?
by Mike Gerry

Since the onset of the mixture of gasoline and ethanol, there have been tons of problems popping up all over the country. Injector issues, motors running rough, gas breaking down and more have plagued the bass boat owner.