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City of Scottsboro receives help with drainage problem

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $600,000 grant to help the City of Scottsboro alleviate a flooding problem while addressing a potential safety hazard. The Community Development Block Grant Urgent Need award will be used to reroute a damaged and partially collapsed drainage line that has caused flooding and water… READ_MORE

City Council receives funding requests

During the recent Scottsboro City Council work session, Mary K. Carlton spoke regarding the upcoming Dragon Boat Races. Carlton explained the success of the First Annual Dragon Boat Races. She stated that recently, Judge John Graham told her that his daughter had attended the races. Graham reported to Carlton that… READ_MORE

14th Annual Rescue Squad Fishing Tourney is May 10

The 14th Annual Scottsboro-Jackson County Rescue Squad 10k Fishing Tournament will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The tournament will be held at Goose Pond Colony. The event comes with a guaranteed payout of $10,000. To register call 256-899-3445 or 256-259-0693 or email sjcrs@yahoo.com. Registration is $120 per boat,… READ_MORE

Jimmy Benefield

Published on Tuesday, 17 January 2023 12:54

Mr. Jimmy Don Benefield, 81 of Section, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2023 at his residence.

Nourish One child receives $100,000 from Commission

Published on Monday, 16 January 2023 09:00

Mary K. and Gene Carlton, on behalf of Nourish One Child, recently received $100,000 from the Jackson County Commission, who designated American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to go toward the sustainment and support of the program.

Fishing tip of the week

Published on Tuesday, 10 January 2023 12:32

Angles are key when fishing crankbaits
There are many important keys to fishing crankbaits that can make a huge difference; success can be luck or skill.

Simply Yaya

Published on Tuesday, 10 January 2023 12:31

Shiny new year…
It’s that time of year: a bright, shiny New Year, full of resolutions to lose weight, get fit, save money and work on a budget. Full of possibilities to get it right.