Two Chattanooga men were arrested on multiple drug charges following a traffic safety checkpoint in Scottsboro, according to the Scottsboro Police Department. Police said officers made contact with a passenger vehicle occupied by two individuals during the checkpoint operation. The occupants were identified as 37-year-old Adrian Labron Bentley and 37-year-old Christopher James Winchester, both of …
Category: Jackson County, AL
Stevenson’s “Depot Days” Set to Bring Week-Long Celebration to Downtown
The City of Stevenson, Alabama is preparing for a full week of community activities, entertainment, food, music, and family fun as “Depot Days 2026” returns beginning Saturday, June 6 and continuing through Saturday, June 13. This year’s celebration will feature everything from a community yard sale and fishing tournament to live music, gospel night, comedy …
Higher Ethanol Gas Blend Could Offer Relief at the Pump This Summer
Drivers could soon see some relief at the gas pump thanks to a temporary change allowing wider sales of gasoline blended with more ethanol. Federal officials recently approved expanded summertime sales of E15 gasoline — a fuel blend containing 15 percent ethanol instead of the standard 10 percent found in most regular gasoline. Supporters say …
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Suspects in Area Incidents
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying several individuals believed to be connected to a series of crimes in the Hollytree area of Jackson County near Skyline. According to a social media post shared by the sheriff’s office, investigators are looking into multiple incidents involving breaking and entering vehicles, …
Bridgeport’s Charlie Smith Park Ribbon Cutting Postponed Due to Weather Threat
BRIDGEPORT, Ala. — City officials have announced that the ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for the new Charlie Smith Park, originally scheduled for this Thursday, has been postponed due to the high probability of storms and heavy rainfall in the forecast. According to officials, the event will be rescheduled for a later date, which will …
Multi-Agency “Hands Across the Border” Operation Brings Tennessee and Alabama Agencies Together
Law enforcement agencies from Tennessee and Alabama joined forces Friday for the annual “Hands Across the Border” operation, a coordinated effort focused on public safety and regional cooperation. The operation, held May 15, brought together partnering agencies from Marion County through Cumberland County in Tennessee, along with several agencies from Alabama. Officials said the effort …
Scottsboro Boys Museum Announces Major Expansion Project
The Scottsboro Boys Museum and Cultural Center is preparing for a major outdoor expansion project aimed at increasing education and community engagement surrounding one of Alabama’s most significant civil rights stories. The expansion will include a memorial garden, a historic railcar exhibit, an outdoor classroom, and a new welcome center. Museum leaders say the project …
TVA Board of Directors to Host Public Session and Quarterly Meeting in Guntersville, Alabama
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority Board of Directors invites the public to join its quarterly business meeting in person or online as the agency advances America’s energy future. The meeting will be held at 2 p.m. CT on Thursday, May 21, at the Marshall County RSVP Building, 19272 US Hwy 431, Guntersville, AL …
7-Month-Old Baby Found Safe After Alleged Abduction at Henagar Gas Station
A 7-month-old child was found safe Monday after authorities say she was abducted from a gas station in Henagar, Alabama. According to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, the infant’s parents had reportedly hired a man to drive them from North Carolina to Nebraska. During a stop at a gas station in Henagar, investigators say the …
Invasive Tick Species Detected in Northeast Alabama for First Time
State agriculture officials are warning residents in Northeast Alabama after confirming the presence of an invasive tick species never before detected in the state. The Asian Longhorned Tick, a species known for rapidly reproducing and spreading disease, was recently identified by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries. Officials say the tick poses potential health …



