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BLOUNT COUNTY — A wave of community support has surged across Blount County following the abrupt demotion of longtime School Resource Officer (SRO) head Officer Hollingsworth, who oversees the SRO…
Transparency in local government isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. Today, The Blount Tribune is putting public data directly into the hands of the public. We are officially releasing the…
BLOUNT COUNTY — Recent developments in neighboring St. Clair County—where internal investigations led to the departure of officers in both Moody and Springville over automated license plate reader (ALPR) violations—validate…
BLOUNT COUNTY — Serious allegations regarding the conduct of Sheriff Mark Moon have surfaced, raising critical questions about potential conflicts of interest, the handling of confidential informants, and the treatment…
For years, parents have avoided certain candies because of artificial dyes like Red 40 and Yellow 5, which are staples in favorites like Nerds and Jolly Ranchers. But a new…
Alabama Power Profits Surge While Blount County Families Foot the Bill ONEONTA — As families across Blount County tighten their belts to manage rising costs, Alabama Power has reported a…
Cleveland, Ala. — August 25, 2025 — Two individuals employed at the Cleveland location of Blessing By Day Childcare are facing criminal charges following an alleged abuse incident involving a…
Birmingham, Ala. – Alabama’s trusted weatherman, James Spann, has fulfilled a longtime dream with the launch of the Alabama Weather Network (AWN)—a groundbreaking, 24/7 digital channel dedicated to delivering high-quality,…
Following the July 4th filing of a lawsuit in Blount County Circuit Court challenging the state’s regulation of THC on religious grounds, Plaintiff B. Jimmy Carter King has announced that…
Firearms, gambling cash confiscated A joint operation by federal, state, and local authorities has led to the arrest of 75 individuals involved in a cockfighting operation in Blount County. The…
