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JACKSON — Jimmy Atchison has announced he is seeking re-election for the District 2, Place 2 Jackson City Council seat in the Aug. 26 election. “I will continue to represent the people of District 2 with honesty, good leadership and willingness to listen and do everything in my power to help the people,” Atchison said. “I will continue to be the voice of the people of Jackson.” Atchison retired after 34 years with the Clarke-Washington Electric Membership Corporation, where he served as manager of operations. Atchison is married to the former Janiece Rotch and the couple has resided in Jackson...

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JACKSON — Charles “Chuck” Alford brings a wealth of experience as the new Jackson High School Principal, having previously served at multiple school systems. Alford replaces Jackie Daffin, who is now the assistant superintendent of Clarke County Schools. Alford went to Thomasville High School as principal in 2015 after working for Crenshaw County Schools. He had also been principal at Luverne High School from 2008-2012. Alford resigned from Thomasville to take the principal’s post at Brewton’s T.R. Miller High School, but last week he was approved as the new principal at Jackson High School. The Clarke County Schools Board of...

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Running boards for a Dodge Ram crew cab truck. .00. 251-656-1760 Aluminum tool box for a truck. . 251-656-1760 1998 Dodge tailgate, gray, looks brand new. 5. 251-404-2708 Four Toyota black wheels 17” Nitto tires mounted and balanced to fit 2015 to 2019 Tacoma, 22,000 miles. Replaced by 18” wheels. Call 251- 513-0330

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Local children and adults can study the piano and violin for free this fall courtesy of the Wilcox Gallery’s music studio in Chatom. The Wilcox Gallery provides free lessons in a group setting for adults and children ages 7 and up. Classes are designed for beginner and advanced students with instruction provided by music students from the University of Mobile. “We are excited to welcome new students to our music studio this fall,” Wilcox Gallery Executive Director Alicia Atcheson said. “This is such a great opportunity for individuals in our community. We have watched those in our studio grow in...

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For Rent Large commercial offices, medical offices, great visible store frontage along the desirable Hwy 43. Site can be viewed at 1401 Moseley Drive, Thomasville, AL 36784. Long term leases. Call Stace at 334-534-3368. Leave a message

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21 assorted Bantum chickens, 6 months-3 years old. Asking each or will trade for Guineas. Located in Bay Minette. Text or call 251-325-8578 Angus and SimAngus bulls, great bloodlines and dispositions. 251- 754-9302 Large and small donkeys for sale. 251-895-8511 ND goats, Kiko/Boer mix goats. Coffeeville area. 251-744-0494 Guinea chicks. .00. Turkey chicks. .00. Guinea eggs. a dozen or for two dozen. 251-769-0749

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JACKSON — The Jackson Area Rotary Club passed the gavel of its presidency on June 27 at the Community House when Vicki Moore succeeded Tyrone Moye. Moye and Moore swapped positions, as she will become the new president and he will be the club’s vice president. The club also named Patricia Boman as its Rotarian of the Year. She will remain as the club’s secretary while Hattie Thomas will be the treasurer. Moore thanked Moye for the ideas he brought to the club. “I am truly honored and humbled to accept the role as your incoming Rotary president,” Moore said....

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WILLOW TRACE Apartments – Accepting applications for 2 and 3 bedroom units, Jackson, Ala. Water and garbage included. For more information, call (251) 247-0450; TDD 1-800-548-2546. EHO Properties. 55 AND OLDER – Country Club Cottages now leasing 1 or 2 bedrooms. (334) 636-8287. Washer/dryer hook ups, porches. Off Highway 43, turn left onto Foster, then left onto Cogle Dr. in Thomasville. TDD (hearing impaired) 1-800-548-2546. EHO SA

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Public Release Clarke County Board of Education today announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program. For School Year 2025-2026 Clarke County School District will continue participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). No further action is required of you. This USDA provision allows your child(ren) to participate in the school meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit a meal application. CEP is a key provision of the Healthy, Hunger Free Kids Act of 2010, which allows schools and school districts in...

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