Clanton man arrested for DUI in Richville area
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A report of a potential wreck resulted in the arrest of a Clanton man for drunk driving. On April 5, Deputy Kelley responded to the Richville area for a possible motor vehicle accident. Upon his arrival to the area, he saw an individual close to Sardis Church. He proceeded…
Read MoreCentral athletics recognized at annual Athletic Banquet
Central athletes and their families were invited to the annual Athletic Banquet to recognize the accomplishments of our athletes. Athletic Director Deborah Phillips opened the program with a welcome, and Student Government Association president Meori Smith led the attendees in the “Pledge of Allegiance” and blessing. Principal Brandi Lee recognized our Scholar…
Read MoreSecretary of State Allen holds press conference to provide updates on redistricting, May 19 primary election, August 11 special primary election
Special to the News Wes Allen, Alabama’s secretary of state, held a press conference Tuesday to provide updates on the impact of the latest U.S. Supreme Court order on Alabama’s redistricting case, the May 19 primary election and the recently called August 11 special primary election. “Here is what I want every Alabama voter to remember: Go vote on May 19. Votes…
Read MoreCase Dixon responds to new Alabama congressional primary date
Special to the News Republican congressional candidate Case Dixon issued the following statement Tuesday after Gov. Kay Ivey announced an August 11 special primary for Alabama’s 1st, 2nd, 6th, and 7th Congressional Districts after the U.S. Supreme Court paved the way for the state to use the Legislature’s 2023 congressional map. Dixon said…
Read More2026 RABIES CLINICS VACCINATION SCHEDULE
BAXLEY ANIMAL CLINIC 256-249-3738 As per Alabama state law all dogs and cats 12 weeks of age or older are required to be vaccinated for rabies. The fee for the vaccination has been set at $12. (CASH ONLY) All cats must be in carriers and all dogs on leashes. All vaccines are good for…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
May 16 Registration is open for the 2026 Creek Run Festival, which will be held Saturday, May 16, for a one-day float on Hatchet Creek from King’s Bridge near Rockford to Double Bridges in the Richville community. Registration includes a meal at the end of the float, shuttle service, T-shirt, a gift bag of assorted…
Read MoreALGOP statement on affected congressional races
Special to the News The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) announced it is closely monitoring developments regarding Alabama’s congressional redistricting process following last week’s special session legislation and Gov. Kay Ivey’s announcement on Tuesday calling a Special Primary Election for Alabama’s newly restored congressional map. As outlined in legislation passed by the Alabama Legislature last week, if…
Read MoreBlessed by guest preacher’s sermon
We enjoyed a wonderful service on Sunday, Mother’s Day, at Rockford Baptist Church, where Pastor Jeff Fuller is overseer. The guest speaker was Pastor Ray Franklin from Florida. However, he is a new resident of Alabama now, in the Union Square community. Pastor Ray and his wife, Amy, moved from Florida, built a…
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Your vote matters
I enjoyed a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend, with lots of productivity on my own stuff rather than on others’ stuff, which was very satisfying, although I do miss being with my children and grandchildren as I had to cancel our annual family trip because I need the funds to go to replacing the store…
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