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Commission OKs setting public hearing to amend portion of zoning resolution
The Lincoln County Commission will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 to discuss and later vote on a proposed zoning amendment concerning “Home Occupation in an Accessory Structure” with standards to the Lincoln County Zoning Resolution. The proposed zoning meeting is part of File# ZR 2026-3. A report was created by Lincoln County Planning and Zoning on April 2, 2026, and was recommended by approval by the Lincoln County Planning Commission on April 6, 2026.
Correction
A photo appearing on the front page of the April 22, 2026, edition of the Elk Valley Times should have identified the man frying fish in “Frying fish and fun” as Jerry Bailey and his wife Doris. The Times apologizes for the error and is happy to set the record straight.

Jonathan Bailey announces candidacy for District 1 commissioner
Editor’s note: The Elk Valley Times will publish candidate announcements and photos as we receive them and as space allows before the July 29, 2026, edition. The election is on Aug. 6, 2026. Announcements should be no longer than 700 words and emailed to lscripps@elkvalleytimes.com. They may be edited for length, grammar, style and content.

Leadership transition underway at Crossroads Pregnancy Clinic
A leadership transition is underway at Crossroads Pregnancy Clinic, as Amanda Curtis, founder and executive director, announces she is stepping down from her role and passing the baton to Mary Beth Jenkins.
Three sobriety checkpoints scheduled for May
The Tennessee Highway Patrol will evaluate drivers for signs of alcohol or drug impairment during sobriety checkpoints in Lincoln County on three dates in May.
TDOT officials: Signs are not permitted on state right-of-way
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is reminding the public that signs are not permitted within State of Tennessee rights-ofway.

Honor a hero this Memorial Day at the library
In honor of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, the Fayetteville-Lincoln County Public Library is creating a special, community-driven display to recognize and remember the heroes of our community. The library is inviting community members to submit tributes to veterans and service members who hold a special place in their hearts. The submissions will create a meaningful Memorial Day display that reflects remembrance and appreciation across Lincoln County, said Meghan Murr, library director.

7th annual Ardmore Boys & Girls Club Antique Tractor Pull set for May 9
Gates open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 9, for the 7th Annual Ardmore Truck and Tractor Pull benefitting the Boys and Girls Club of North Alabama. The event will be held at John Barnes Park on Ardmore Ridge Road, Ardmore.

Domino’s donates $500 to the Warrior Exhibit
Domino’s donates $500 to the Warrior Exhibit

