Staff Reports The DeKalb County Commission approved a request to amend a Memorandum of Understanding with a local industry regarding the number of new jobs its required to bring to the…
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What to do in DeKalb County: Springtime weather beckons outdoor activities
Marla Ballard Columnist A Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) history hike will be presented by DeSoto State Park on Saturday, March 15. Hikers will visit the Morris Branch Bridge. The incomplete bridge…
A look at uses of, and need for 7.5 mill tax
Special to The Times-Journal FORT PAYNE -- Fort Payne residents have the opportunity to renew an at least 30-year-old, 7.5 mill property tax that supports the city’s public schools. The Fort…
How the trial against Keith Sullivan ended with a 'hung' jury
Story by Donna Thornton Jurors could not reach a verdict in the murder trial of Keith Sullivan of Grove Oak, after a total of about 12 hours’ deliberation. Prior to the…
Nathaniel Ledbetter: Making the most of Alabama's momentum
Nathaniel Ledbetter Guest Columnist There is no denying it: Alabama's momentum is stronger than ever before. Businesses – from the smallest mom-and-pop shops to industry giants – are finding enormous success,…
A PRICELESS GIFT
After four years of struggle with sound, Matt Mitchell speaks Hunter Jones In the months of November and December, the holidays surrounding the two typically bring out the feeling of being…
Alabama counties set legislative priorities for 2025
Staff Reports news@times-journal.com MONTGOMERY—Leaders from all 67 Alabama counties gathered at the ACCA Legislative Conference earlier this month to set their collective policy priorities for the State Legislature's 2025 Regular Session.…
Taking oaths after reelection
Story by Donna Thornton donna@southrntorch.com The DeKalb County Board of Education administered oaths of office to board members Carol Hiett and Monty Darwin and Superintendent Dr. Wayne Lyles – all having…