North Jackson Press

by Angel Spence The Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) Mustang softball team received statewide recognition after being honored at the Alabama State Capitol for its successful 2026 season, which included a NJCAA Division I State Championship and an Alabama Community College Conference Championship. Alabama Gov.

by Angel Spence SCOTTSBORO, Ala. — Scottsboro police are asking parents to speak with their children after officers responded to several recent incidents involving a viral prank that authorities say created unnecessary fear and could have resulted in a dangerous confrontation.

by Angel Spence JACKSON COUNTY, Ala. — The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a suspected cockfighting operation in the Bryant community after an animal welfare organization provided aerial video that raised concerns about possible illegal activity.

MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Joseph Corbitt, an unmarried man, to First Southern State Bank and recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Jackson County, Alabama at 2019-1091121. Now therefore, under and by virtue of the terms of said mortgage and the power of sale contained therein, First Southern State Bank will sell at public outcry, to the highest and best bidder for cash.

by Angel Spence JACKSON COUNTY, Ala. — More than 500 people gathered in Jackson County for the annual Roll Tide BBQ fundraiser. The Roll Tide BBQ is an event designed to support scholarships and educational assistance for local students planning to attend the University of Alabama.

by Angel Spence SKYLINE, Ala. — Jackson County school officials said an investigation involving allegations that a registered sex offender participated in activities at Skyline School has been underway for several months and remains active in partnership with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. The update came last week through statements released by Superintendent A.

by Angel Spence JACKSON COUNTY, Ala. — Jackson County emergency crews rescued or assisted 14 people to safety after severe flooding triggered two separate cave emergencies last weekend  in Jackson County. The incidents occurred as heavy rainfall swept across the county, producing more than 7 inches of rain in some locations and causing waterways, low-lying roads and flood-prone areas to rise rapidly.

by Angel Spence SCOTTSBORO, Ala. — Recently, hundreds of anglers from all over traveled to Scottsboro earlier for the 11th annual Castin’ N Catchin’ Fishing Tournament, which helped raise more than $200,000 to support pediatric heart care and medical research in Alabama.

by Angel Spence JACKSON COUNTY, Ala. — Recently, drivers in Scottsboro received free gasoline and snacks as part of a community giveaway hosted by Redstone Federal Credit Union during its 75th anniversary celebration. Representatives from the credit union’s Acts of Brightness program visited two gas stations in the city, including Raceway and Exxon at Five Points, where they surprised residents by paying for fuel purchases and distributing snacks.

by Angel Spence SCOTTSBORO, Ala. — Two people were taken into custody after a domestic violence call on April 29, 2026, escalated into a high-speed pursuit that crossed multiple roadways, ended with a burning vehicle and concluded with both suspects fleeing on foot before being apprehended. Authorities said dispatch received a report of a domestic disturbance in the 18000 block of Alabama Highway 35.