Residents across Alabama are experiencing a significant increase in vehicle tag renewal fees, with some reporting hikes of over $100. The rise is attributed to a change in the assessment company used by the state to evaluate vehicle market values. Residents can review their registration forms to see how market values have fluctuated over the …
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 …
The Jackson County, Alabama Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help in searching for Zachary Shane White, a wanted man. He is wanted for escaping for the third time for failing to report as required. White is also wanted for Probation Revocation (sex offender registry). If you have any valid information on the whereabouts …
A state representative has pre-filed a bill to make voting available in Alabama as early as 17 days before election day. Currently, absentee voting is the only way to vote before Election Day in Alabama. Under the bill, polls would be open for at least eight continuous hours between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., no …
DEA National Drug Takeback Day is Saturday, October 26, from 10 AM to 2 PM in the basement of the Scottsboro courthouse. The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs while also educating the general public about the potential for misuse of …
On Thursday, November 7th, the famous Niña & Pinta ships will dock at Goose Pond Colony Resort, 417 Ed Hembree Dr, Scottsboro, AL, 35769! These incredible ships will be open to the public every day through Tuesday, November 12th. The Niña, built entirely by hand without the use of power tools, has been called “the …
On July 23, 2024, officers with the Scottsboro Police Department responded to a one-vehicle accident near the 17000 block of AL Hwy 35. During the course of the accident investigation, officers discovered marijuana, hydrocodone, and alprazolam pills inside the vehicle. The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, Curtis Dale Parker, W/M, 41, was transported …
The Alabama back to school sales tax holiday begins July 19 at 12:01 a.m. and ends at midnight on Sunday July 21. A county or municipality, by resolution or ordinance adopted at least 30 days prior to the third full weekend of July, may provide for the exemption of covered items from county or municipal …
For citizens in Alabama, the drought is getting more severe day by day. The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) recently issued a statewide Fire Alert. While under a Fire Alert, permits for outdoor burning will be restricted. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be prosecuted for committing a Class …
This event never disappoints, so you definitely don’t want to miss the 8th Annual Scottsboro BBQ Festival on Saturday, October 14th, in downtown Scottsboro! The Scottsboro Festival is sanctioned by the Alabama Barbecue Association and the Kansas City Barbeque Society. There will be activities for the entire family to enjoy throughout the day, such as …
