By SHANNON J. ALLEN The Reporter American voters have spoken, and they’re returning Republican Donald Trump to the White House. Trump, the 45th president, will serve a second term following his…
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Council sets public hearing for zoning ordinance
By MARY BAILEY The Reporter The Boaz City Council met last week for their regular scheduled meeting where they immediately went into an executive session for the first 15 minutes. After,…
Investing in Mental Health
By Nathaniel Ledbetter In 2018, while I was serving as House Majority Leader, a woman visited my office to share the story of her son. She had done her research and…
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…
Britt’s office holds service academy days
Staff Reports WASHINGTON, D.C., September 26, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) announced her office will be holding Service Academy information sessions throughout the month of October in conjunction with…
Ledbetter to preside at legislative meeting
Staff Reports news@times-journal.com MONTGOMERY – House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) has been elected chair of CSG South for 2024- 2025. As chair, Speaker Ledbetter will preside over the Executive Committee of CSG…
Vets4Vets foundation receives $248,803 grant
By DRUW GIAMALVA The Reporter A $248,803 grant has been given to the Vets4Vets foundation by the Alabama Department of Veteran Affairs. This grant will able to give more support and…
Jackson County Republicans new headquarters now open
Katie Hightower On Saturday, Aug. 31, the Jackson County Republicans opened a new headquarters at 604 E. Laurel Street in Scottsboro. There was a large crowd to celebrate the new building…