Scottsboro attorney Seth Ashmore, who is representing three local citizens suing Gov. Kay Ivey, said on Thursday that a hearing is set in Montgomery Tuesday, Aug. 11.
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The Jackson County Commission and the Jackson County Legislative Delegation partnered to rehabilitate the County Road 118 Bridge over Burkhalter Creek in Jackson County. Commissioners and Sen. Steve Livingston held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the bridge on Wednesday afternoon.
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Carol McCoy was the heart and soul of City Hall
The Scottsboro City Council passed an ordinance at its meeting Monday evening prohibiting large commercial vehicles from being driven on certain city streets.
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Gov. Kay Ivey has announced that the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs has partnered with the Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition to create a statewide plan to provide more electric vehicle charging stations throughout the state.
Most adults who have had mild to moderate COVID-19 illness can now leave isolation after completing 10 days in home isolation and persons do not need to be retested before returning to work, according to newly released Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines.
The Scottsboro City Council voted to fund a school resource officer for Scottsboro City Schools at its meeting Monday evening.
Highlands Medical Center has worked diligently since the onset of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread within the hospital and in the community. While some new processes and procedures have been implemented to assist with prevention, cleanliness and sterilization have been some of the most critical and effective contributors to the success.
A woman is accused of trying to run over a Jackson County narcotics agent during a methamphetamine investigation Tuesday evening.
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The Jackson County Commission approved the donation of a surplus Emergency Management Agency vehicle to the county hospital board.
The Scottsboro City Council approved a resolution to opt in to Tier 1 retirement benefits for city employees at its meeting Monday evening.
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Three Woodville Town Council members will run unopposed in the upcoming municipal election.
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Jackson County Schools are using an innovative way to ensure the protection of its employees and students. The Earnest Pruett Center of Technology (EPCOT) is 3-D printing face shields for employees of the Jackson County School System.
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The local VFW, American Legion and their auxiliaries (spouses and family members of veterans) are very involved in community activities.
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Dale Langella has qualified to run for Place 2 of the Scottsboro City Council in the Aug. 25 municipal election.
Municipal elections across Jackson County are now set following Tuesday’s qualifying deadline. Elections will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 25 with polls open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Graham receives Alabama State Bar’s Commissioners’ Award
Jackson County Circuit Judge John H. Graham has been honored by the Board of Commissioners of the Alabama State Bar at its annual meeting with the 2020 Commissioners’ Award.
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Incumbent Julie Gentry, Dr. Gary Speers and Patrick Woosley have qualified to run on the school board in the Scottsboro Municipal Election.
Two new historical markers in the northeast part of Jackson County will be the centerpieces of the Jackson County Historical Association (JCHA) meeting Sunday, July 26, at 2 p.m.
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Alleo Health System, the parent organization of Hospice of Chattanooga, has entered into an agreement to add ABC Hospice of Rainsville to its growing family of not-for-profit service organizations across the Southeast.
Shannon J. Allen has been named the publisher of The Sand Mountain Reporter, owner Patrick Graham announced today.
The Jackson County Commission selected and approved a geotechnical consultant to begin work on County Road 189.
Dr. Gary Speers, a former Scottsboro City Council member, told the city council on Monday that property across from the Scottsboro Depot Museum is leaving a bad image on visitors to the city.
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Gov. Ivey issues statewide mask order, in effect until at least July 31
Seven people were arrested Thursday after Jackson County Sheriff deputies responded to a report of drug activity on Cumberland Lane in Langston.
Highlands Medical Center opening a new drive-thru screening and collection site for COVID-19 testing
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Starting Monday, July 20, Walmart and Sam's Club stores nationwide will require customers to wear a face covering while shopping.
The Jackson County Commission approved the changing of its meeting schedule Monday afternoon.
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Jackson County’s Food for Thought backpack coalition is beginning its fourth fundraiser to ensure children have food during the weekends.
Scottsboro City Council member Greg Mashburn said on Monday, during a council meeting, he didn’t vote against a restaurant coming to the city last October.
The Mountain Lakes Chamber of Commerce has announced that 58 local businesses have been awarded a Small Business Relief Fund grant.
The Jackson County Commission voted to opt in to Tier 1 retirement at its meeting Monday afternoon.
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A.J. Buckner defeated Mark Guffey in a run-off on Tuesday and will serve on the Jackson County Commission for District 3.
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