Special: Billy Jackson Named New Sheffield Judge

 

Florence attorney and former Lauderdale County circuit judge William K. (Billy) Jackson has been named the new Sheffield Municipal Court judge. Jackson will take office on January 1st.

The Florence resident was confirmed by the Sheffield City Council, with one dissenting vote. Councilwoman Randa Hovater stated she favored someone who lived and paid taxes in Sheffield. The current City judge is also a resident of Florence.