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The Caverns Sessions Returns to PBS

The Caverns Sessions, now entering its 14th season, stands as one of public television’s longest-running and most distinctive music series. Filmed live underground at The Caverns in the Grundy County, TN, town of Pelham, this season will feature tapings spread across several months, offering fans more opportunities to witness the unique energy of a live performance …

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Planned Power Outage for Bridgeport

North Alabama Electric Cooperative, along with TVA, will conduct a planned power outage (weather permitting) for members served by the Bridgeport, Alabama, substation. Crews will perform maintenance and upgrade equipment. The outage will begin on Thursday night at 10:00 PM and is expected to last approximately 4 hours. They apologize for any inconvenience. For questions …

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American Red Cross Needing Blood Donors

The American Red Cross uses Trauma Awareness Month in May to prepare for emergencies before summer gets into full swing for area donors. The Red Cross is asking people to schedule their May donation appointment before year-end school ceremonies, sporting events, and celebrations fill their days, as patients will still need blood. Emergencies can happen …

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May Is National Bicycle Month

May marks National Bike Month, a time to celebrate the joys of cycling, promote its environmental benefits, and encourage more people to ride on two wheels. AAA – The Auto Club Group is using this as a reminder to emphasize the importance of safety for both cyclists and motorists. According to the National Highway Traffic …

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Scottsboro Doctor Facing Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Dr. Alan Wayne, a primary care physician in Scottsboro, could lose his license over allegations of sexual misconduct and mishandling prescriptions. The Alabama Board of Medical Examiners accuses Dr. Wayne of making sexual advances toward his patients. His behavior allegedly dates back to 1999. The Board’s petition also accuses Wayne of demanding hugs from patients …

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Myths and Facts about REAL ID

The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security (TDOSHS) is working hard to meet increased demand ahead of the May 7 REAL ID implementation date, while also clearing up common misconceptions about the process. As of March 31st: 2,942,525 Tennesseans have already chosen to get a REAL ID 1,889,186 Tennesseans have chosen not to get …

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National Cornbread Festival is This Weekend

It’s time for the National Cornbread Festival, this Saturday and Sunday. For 28 years, the festival has celebrated the love of cornbread in all its delicious forms. The downtown South Pittsburg area will be filled with mouth-watering cornbread competitions, live music, local artisan vendors, and fun activities for the whole family. So, whether you are …

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Scottsboro Receives Grant to Help with Flooding

The city of Scottsboro has been awarded a $600,000 grant to address downtown flooding issues. City officials announced that the Community Development Block Grant Urgent Need funds will be allocated to reroute a damaged and partially collapsed drainage line that has resulted in flooding and water damage to First Baptist Church and other nearby structures. …

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71 Year-Old Scottsboro Man Arrested on Multiple Child Exploitation Charges

A Scottsboro man is facing multiple child exploitation charges stemming from a cybercrime investigation. On Thursday, the Scottsboro Police Department (SPD) executed a search warrant at a residence on Rose Drive, following a tip from the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. According to SPD, investigators arrested Michael Triplett, 71, of Scottsboro during the …

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Henagar, AL Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash

A single-vehicle crash on Monday afternoon claimed the life of a Henagar, AL man, according to authorities. Zachary S. Smith, 27, was fatally injured when the 2003 Yamaha Road Star motorcycle he was operating left the roadway and struck a ditch. Smith was thrown from the motorcycle and pronounced dead at the scene. The crash …

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