Sept. 15-21, 2025
Jail population as of Sept. 21: 48 inmates Males: 37 Females: 11 ARRESTS On September 16, Deputy Payton arrested Isiah Jamaal Beard, a citizen of Opelika, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $559.40 cash bond. On September 16, Sgt.…
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Hugh S. Scroggins Hugh S. Scroggins, age 82, of Goodwater, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Hugh is survived by his wife, Elaine Scroggins; daughters, April Porch (Brad), Christi Jones (William); grandchildren, Cole Patterson (Cierra), Charleigh Grice, Cole Porch, Emily Porch, Mason Porch; and siblings, Charles Moody Scroggins and Evie Davis (Dale). Hugh…
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October 4 Holly Springs Baptist Church Association will hold its biannual meeting on Saturday, October 4, at 10 a.m. at the church. All members, please attend. Weekly “Journey Through the Bible!” We are beginning with the study of the life of Judas Iscariot as we study his struggles during his walk with Jesus. This…
Read MoreCougars on two-game winning streak leading into Homecoming, 2-0 for Area
Like their previous week’s win against the Horseshoe Bend Generals, the Central Cougars showed once again that they have the endurance to come back strong in the second half. This is a testament to the program Coach Flowers is building that includes strength training, daily practices and play dates in the summer to build a…
Read MoreIs the dollar quietly being replaced?
While the U.S. dollar is not being replaced entirely, a “quiet” shift is underway as its dominant position gradually erodes in favor of a more multi-currency world. This process, known as de-dollarization, is driven by several factors, but experts agree that no single currency is poised to replace the dollar in the foreseeable future.…
Read MoreHorse in Coffee County confirmed positive for rabies
Special to the News An investigation was begun September 22 after a horse in Coffee County was confirmed positive for rabies. Rabies is a viral disease that is almost always fatal if untreated. The horse’s owners said they noticed the horse had scratch marks on her nose, and she began rubbing and showing irritation…
Read MoreCentral Homecoming to be held this evening
It’s officially fall or autumn! However, our weather has not gotten the memo! This past week has been more like summer in the daytime with cool mornings tempting you to think fall has started. By the time this is published, we are supposed to have had rain, and that should cool things off. I’m…
Read MoreWhat is freedom of speech?
The founders of our great nation were from many different backgrounds, different countries, different religious beliefs, different colonies, and different ages. But they somehow came together to first provide us with a Declaration of Independence establishing our “inalienable rights” and stating we are all created equal – both given to us from our Creator.…
Read MoreJefferson County’s first Diverging Diamond Interchange under construction
Special to the News Construction is underway on Jefferson County’s first Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) in McCalla. The $22 million project will transform Exit 14 on I-59/20 at McAshan Drive. The job was awarded to Carcel & G. Construction, with funding coming from three sources. Jefferson County pitched in $14 million, adding…
Read MoreTrespasser at Holman Correctional Facility arrested on contraband charges
Special to the News On Monday, September 14, a trespasser was discovered on the grounds of Holman Correctional Facility. At approximately 3:25 a.m., ADOC K-9 agents spotted a man with a bag running towards the Holman perimeter fence. The suspect was detained and identified as Jauvon Travis Leonard. ADOC Narcotics agents arrived on the…
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