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April 23, 7 p.m. Eastern; Virtual
At the Falls of the Ohio: Discovering Your Jefferson County Story
In this presentation your will learn how to identify key research repositories, understand historical context, navigate local records, connect geography to genealogy, and develop research strategies.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:13 PM
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Jefferson County is taking a major step towards energy efficiency by partnering with Varigee to conduct a no-cost assessment that could unlock significant savings!

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County approves Varigee assessment to explore energy savings at county facilities
After a presentation on guaranteed-savings projects and available federal incentives, commissioners approved a motion to allow vendor Varigee to perform a no-cost assessment of county buildings to identify energy and operational savings.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:26 AM
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Jefferson County is on the verge of transforming its unused jail into a juvenile facility, aiming for a January 2027 launch to better serve local youth.

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Jefferson County officials weigh converting old jail into local juvenile facility, seek firm cost estimates
County leaders discussed converting the county’s unused jail into a juvenile detention and treatment facility, aiming to open initially with 8 male and 8 female beds and targeting January 2027; officials requested additional contractor bids, operational cost data and potential grant funding before a budget vote in February.
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January 13, 2026 at 8:38 PM
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Ecosystem advocate, Josh Schlossberg, filed a civil complaint in District Court in #JeffersonCounty, #Colorado last week alleging that Jefferson County Commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper deleted and/or withheld emails requested in a Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) filing.
VIDEO: Conservationist Files Lawsuit Against County Commissioner for Alleged Violation of Colorado Open Records Act
The civil complaint in District Court in Jefferson County, Colorado alleges that Jefferson County Commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper deleted and/or withheld emails.
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January 11, 2026 at 1:55 PM
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⚠️ URGENT UPDATE: Flash Flood Warning upgraded to CONSIDERABLE threat for southeastern Jefferson County, AL. Life-threatening flooding is confirmed and ongoing. Do not cross flooded roadways. Move to higher ground immediately if in flood-prone areas. #ALwx #JeffersonCounty pic.x.com/dZeSqPbTMF - ...
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January 9, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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The Jefferson County Commission just approved a staggering $800 million expansion for the American Cast Iron Pipe Company, but where was the public voice in this decision?

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Jefferson County Commission approves public hearing and moves forward on $800M plant enlargement
The Jefferson County Commission opened and closed a public hearing on 'Amendment 772' — an American Cast Iron Pipe Company plant enlargement described in the record as an almost $800 million improvement — and voted unanimously to approve the measure after no public speakers appeared.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:26 PM
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Jefferson County Commissioners have made crucial decisions that impact EMS funding, homelessness support, and even a helicopter lease for the sheriff's office—find out what this means for the community!

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Commission approves routine grants, ARPA reallocations and accepts HUD ESG funds; sheriff helicopter lease discussed
Commissioners approved multiple routine finance and contracting items, including community grants, ARPA EMS reallocations, acceptance of HUD Emergency Solutions Grant funds for homelessness and housing rehab programs, and an engineering contract for a county building; the sheriff's office discussed a helicopter lease and an MOU with Birmingham for shared pilots and assets.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:43 PM
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Jefferson County has just endorsed a groundbreaking $800 million investment by American Cast Iron Pipe that promises to create 80 new jobs and significantly cut emissions!

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Jefferson County backs CIPCO reinvestment, citing jobs and emissions reduction
Commissioners voted to support a proposed nearly $800 million reinvestment by American Cast Iron Pipe (CIPCO) in North Birmingham with a county jobs grant; the company projected about 80 jobs and substantial emissions cuts after converting coke‑fired furnaces to electric, though transcript figures on the percent reduction were inconsistent.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:28 PM
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908. Fayette, Jefferson County (MS18)

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908. Fayette, Jefferson County (MS18)
Another Jefferson County makes ten visited at this point!  That’s even more than the Washingtons!  I felt like a bit of a newbie while searching out the courthouse.  Mapping put me out in the …
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January 7, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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Jefferson County is gearing up for major improvements, with exciting projects like the $817,000 Snyder Hill initiative and a crucial public hearing on water safety issues coming up soon!

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Jefferson County highlights grants, Snyder Hill project and announces Brockway CDBG hearing
Commissioners reviewed county accomplishments including an $817,000 LSA-funded Snyder Hill project, a $9,500 grant to draft a subdivision ordinance, infrastructure projects, and announced a public hearing in Brockway on Jan. 12 for a CDBG application addressing asbestos-related water system issues.
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January 4, 2026 at 3:15 AM
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January 2, 2026 at 11:28 AM
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Jefferson County commissioners are taking a stand for their sheriff by backing a pay raise and a new pistol-permit pricing plan while putting the brakes on a controversial process-service change.

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Commission backs two sheriff-backed bills, delays vote on local process-service change
Commissioners voiced support for two items in the sheriff's 2026 legislative package (a pistol-permit pricing fix and a sheriff pay raise) but deferred a proposed local change to allow contracting for civil process service to let the sheriff, county attorney and DA coordinate next steps.
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December 23, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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Jefferson County just approved a groundbreaking $3.5 million investment in a National Accessibility Park, promising to transform downtown Birmingham with jobs and cultural enrichment!

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Jefferson County OKs $3.5M in support for Culture City's National Accessibility Park
The Jefferson County Commission voted to provide $3.5 million in milestone-tied support to Culture City's proposed $60 million National Accessibility Park in downtown Birmingham, citing job training and increased visitor revenue; construction was described as likely to break ground next year.
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December 23, 2025 at 6:13 AM
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Jefferson County just greenlit a groundbreaking $3.5 million investment to transform the Powell Avenue Steam Plant into a National Accessibility Park, set to revolutionize community access and tourism!

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Jefferson County approves $3.5 million to support Culture City’s Powell Avenue redevelopment
The Jefferson County Commission voted Dec. 18 to provide $3.5 million in economic development support for Culture City’s planned $60 million redevelopment of the Powell Avenue Steam Plant into a National Accessibility Park, following a public hearing under Alabama Amendment 7.72 that drew no public comments.
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December 23, 2025 at 6:04 AM
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I’m on a mission to let everyone know about the most important race on the ballot. #TexasDeservesMoore #ThePeoplesComptroller #JeffersonCounty
December 23, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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December 22, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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Big River

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December 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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893. Birmingham, Jefferson County (AL04)

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893. Birmingham, Jefferson County (AL04)
How many Jefferson Counties does this make now?  Now it’s nine, tying it with Washington Counties!Birmingham has a chonker of a courthouse, but I would expect no less from a city with its history. …
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December 17, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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This Saturday, local audio drama troupe presents a tribute to classic radio and the holiday season

Weirton, W.Va., December 15, 2025— This Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, at 4 p.m. #ChristmasMoviesOnTheRadio #CloakandDagger #hancockcounty #JeffersonCounty #LuxRadio #PeteFernbaugh
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December 16, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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This Saturday, local audio drama troupe presents a tribute to classic radio and the holiday season

Weirton, W.Va., December 15, 2025— This Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, at 4 p.m. #CloakandDagger #LuxRadio #PeteFernbaugh #JeffersonCounty #hancockcounty #ChristmasMoviesOnTheRadio
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December 16, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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Jefferson County committees have taken decisive action this December, approving critical tax levies, budget amendments, and even authorizing an emergency demolition of a hazardous structure.

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Jefferson County committees approve package of tax levies, budget amendments and contract authorizations; demolition authorization sent to board
Committees approved a slate of resolutions by voice vote, including 2026 town and consolidated health district tax levies, multiple 2025 budget amendments, contract authorizations and an emergency demolition authorization for 13 Market Street in Alexandria Bay; several general-services and finance items were moved as blocks and carried without debate.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:51 AM
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Jefferson County is on track to achieve 23 of its 25 goals for 2025, with over $1 million invested in homelessness initiatives and significant improvements in child welfare metrics!

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Jefferson County committees review 2025 goals; HELPS hires 10 examiners as child-welfare metrics improve
At December committee meetings, Jefferson County administrators reported progress on 23 of 25 county goals for 2025, including more than $1 million invested in homelessness initiatives, launch of a bike-mobile crisis team and projected public-health accreditation in 2026; the HELPS hiring effort filled multiple DSS positions, and several child-protection metrics improved substantially.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:15 AM
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Jefferson County is on the verge of a broadband breakthrough, but with $17 million still needed, will residents and businesses get the reliable internet they desperately require?

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Jefferson County hears broadband plan as Tri-County rep says $17 million still needed to reach remaining homes
A Tri-County broadband presenter told Jefferson County commissioners the local portion of the project has connected about 7,200 customers but that an estimated $17 million is still needed to reach all unserved properties; residents and businesses pressed for timelines, pole vs. underground options and contingency plans for FEMA delays.
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December 10, 2025 at 3:15 AM
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Jefferson County commissioners are gearing up to make crucial decisions on how to allocate a staggering $12 million in Gulf consortium funds, with workforce training and broadband topping the list of priorities!

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Jefferson County weighs uses for $12M Gulf consortium pot, emphasizes workforce training and broadband
County commissioners discussed options to spend Gulf consortium funds—citing a $12 million Pot 3 allocation and about $3 million in Pot 1—exploring emergency management facilities, roadway sewer extensions, workforce training and broadband, and were advised to prepare SEP amendments in 2026 to line up projects for 2027.
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December 10, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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December 8, 2025 at 3:51 PM