This is a reprint of original articles by Hugh Woolley, a longtime resident and community leader of Graceville. Woolley published these articles in The Graceville News more than 20 years ago. Originally published in the November 28, 2002 edition of The Graceville News. The following story was written by Katherine Kirkland Keplinger of Bridgewater, Virginia to be included in the Jackson County Heritage Book. Pioneer Spirit When I received a notice that my Graceville High School 40th...

­­This is a reprint of original articles by Hugh Woolley, a longtime resident and community leader of Graceville. Woolley published these articles in The Graceville News more than 20 years ago. Originally published in the October 17 and November 14, 2002 editions of The Graceville News. The Heritage Book is coming alive, several stories are coming in this month. Ruth Miles Alsobrooks brought me five stories about five Miles families. Thanks to Ruth, today I will devote my column to the...

On October 28, 2025, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners held a Regular Meeting. This is a recap of some of the reports and requests included in that meeting. The meeting began with Recognition of Citizens Academy 2025 Participants. Jackson County is proud to announce the continued success of our Citizens Academy, a program designed to bridge the gap between citizens and local government by fostering education, engagement, and community involvement. Now concluding its fourth...