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May 24, 2007
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2007 graduates of JHS
Jackson High School's 2007 graduates tossed their caps into the air following Saturday's commencement exercises at Legion Field/Simpkins Stadium. Other area high schools have already conducted graduation ceremonies or will do so this week. (SA photo by Evan Carden) More...
Jackson men face federal indictments

indictments Two local suspected drug dealers were arrested during the last week on federal grand jury indictments. Cases were made against Mac Arthur Law and Brandon McReynolds, both of Jackson. These cases were initiated by the First Judicial Circuit Drug Task Force (Task Force One) and Fourth ... More...

Pot plant found

Task Force One agents discovered this potted marijuana plant while pursuing a subject through the woods near Toddtown Friday, May 18. No arrests have been made and investigation into the matter continues. More...


Contractor files claim for work done at LP plant site

The Louisiana Pacific Corp.'s oriented strand board (OSB) plant in Clarke County remains on schedule for start-up in late 2007 despite a dispute with at least one contractor. RWS Construction, Inc. More...


Memorial Day ceremony to honor fallen heroes

A special Memorial Day ceremony will be conducted by VFW Post 5355 in Jackson, Monday, May 28, 11 a.m. at the war memorial adjacent to Jackson City Hall. The ceremony will honor fallen war heroes and those who have served in the United States Military. Col. Jerry Reeves will be the speaker. More...


Rotch retires after 34 years

after 34 years Michael Rotch (center) retired from his position as director of the Alabama Career Center in Jackson, Friday, May 18, after 34 years with the Alabama Employment Service. More...


 News
•Commissioners concerned about losing TVA funds
By Ross Wood During Monday's meeting, Clarke County commissioners discussed the pending TVAbill in the Alabama Legislature that would cut funding for dry counties. "It is doubtful that it will pass," Commissioner Rhondel Rhone said. "It is unlikely that it will even come up" this session. More...
•Fire threatens homes and cemetery
•Standoff with deputies ends peacefully
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 Church News
•Church Calendar
Memorial Day at Antioch Baptist Memorial Day will be observed at Antioch Baptist Church, Sunday, May 27 at the regular service followed by a cemetery service and concluding with a covered dish lunch. Those with loved ones buried in the cemetery may send donations for the upkeep to Antioch Cemet... More...
•Kingsmen Quartet to sing at Pineview homecoming concert
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 Coming Events
•Mark Your Calendar
June 8 block party The Pine City Park Committee is presenting a block party on Friday, June 8, 5:30-8 p.m. in downtown Jackson. It will be a night out for the entire family with food, games and entertainment for both children and adults. All proceeds benefit the Pine City Park Project. More...
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 Education
•ASCC honors top students
Alabama Southern Community College honored students recently who had achieved top scores academically and in leadership positions. Students inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society were: Sharon Beech, Anna Bush, Kimberly Goggins, Jennifer Henson, Shelia McGrew, Britney Morgan, Kelly Patto... More...
•JA honors top students
•Duke University talent search recognizes three JMS students
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 Editorials
•High hopes for this year's graduates
Editor's Notes
My emotions got the better of me this past Saturday as I stood in front of the bleachers at Legion Field watching the 2007 graduates of Jackson High School complete a milestone in their lives. More...
•Believing that all is 'Right as Red on a Rose'
•Thanks for help with park
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 Sports
•Minor League Results
Police Dept. 9 Tom's Electric 3 Police Dept. added another win to their season by defeating Tom's Electric 9-3. Jakerrian Woodyard led all hitters going 3-for-3 with a grand slam. Hight Finch, Dylan Rivas and Justin Corley added two hits, while A.J. Vick, Hank Rooney, Quinn Finch and Raine Gor... More...
•Donald signs with Faulkner
•JA track team has good season
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 People
•Reeves - Skipper united in marriage
Courtney Elizabeth Skipper and John Calvin Reeves Jr. were united in marriage on Saturday, April 21, 2007 at the First United Methodist Church in Jackson. Officiating the 5:30 p.m. double ring ceremony was the Rev. Jim Dufriend. More...
•Tarver - Deas announce June 23 wedding plans
•Miss Miller - Mr. Allred announce wedding plans
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 For the Record
•Cards of Thanks
Words cannot begin to express our sincere thanks to everyone involved in the gospel benefit singing in honor of Wilbur. A special thanks to Good News, Final Answer, The Revelators, Mallory Broadus, Peyton Rivers, Jerome, Julie Wright and Donna Counselman for giving of their time and God-given tale... More...
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•Jackson Municipal Court
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