The Giles County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents about a phone scam in which callers falsely claim to be deputies with the sheriff’s office. According to the department, scammers are telling people they have a criminal summons and demanding immediate payment. Officials stressed that the Giles County Sheriff’s Office may contact individuals by phone only to arrange pickup or delivery of civil process papers. The sheriff’s office said it will […]

Norfolk Southern Railway has purchased the 1,800-acre site of International Paper’s former paper mill along the Tennessee River, according to LCtoday. The acquisition signals long-term plans to attract a rail-served industry to the property. The International Paper mill closed in 2014, resulting in the loss of about 1,100 jobs, including many in Lawrence County, Alabama. The development comes as Norfolk Southern seeks approval for a proposed merger with Union Pacific […]

The Maury County Fire Department responded to a total of 2,209 calls during 2025, according to year-end call volume data released by the department. Medical calls accounted for the largest share, with 796 responses. Firefighters also handled 360 motor vehicle accidents, including 34 vehicle extrications, and responded to 71 structure fires during the year. Other incidents included 54 grass or brush fires, 21 vehicle fires, 10 heavy equipment fires, and […]

The New Prospect Fire Department assisted Giles County Fire & Rescue during a residential structure fire early Thursday. According to the department, crews were requested at approximately midnight on January 15 to provide manpower and tanker support as part of a mutual aid response. The fire resulted in the loss of a home. Fire officials said their thoughts and prayers were with the family affected and noted they were glad […]

The City of Lawrenceburg is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Parks and Recreation Director. Applications will be accepted until 12:00 p.m. Friday, January 23, 2026. Applicants may include résumés and other job-related information with the application. Completed applications must be returned to the Human Resource Office at 25 Public Square in Lawrenceburg by the deadline. Selection for interviews will follow. The City of Lawrenceburg is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title […]