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…
Fort Payne Cross Country shines at Munford
Story by Mark Everett Kelly mark@southerntorch.com Congratulations to the Fort Payne Cross Country team and Head Coach Shana Talley for their exemplary performance at the Munford Invitational on September 21st. In…
Bonds OK'ed for projects
Story by Donna Thornton donna@southerntorch.com The Rainsville City Council voted in a special called meeting Wednesday to approve the sale of bonds in an agreement with Raymond James. The council had…
Get ready to jam in June
SPECIAL TO THE REPORTER NASHVILLE — Late last year, multi-platinum selling country band ALABAMA announced June Jam XVIII, set to take place in Fort Payne, AL at the VFW Fairgrounds on…
DeKalb BOE hears about legislation
Story by Donna Thornton donna@southerntorch.com The DeKalb County Board of Education dealt with bids and personnel actions during its regular meeting Thursday, and heard an update on the legislative session during…