Verse of the Week: Nov. 7, 2025
“It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23
Read MoreClassifieds and Legals: Nov. 7, 2025
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Read MoreTraffic advisory: U.S. Hwy. 280 shutdown at Pumphouse Road for bridge girder replacement
Special to the News ALDOT is reaching a significant milestone in its ongoing project to widen U.S. Highway 280 by setting the first girders for the new Pumphouse Road Bridge. This work requires a total closure of traffic at the juncture for crews to safely install the 100-foot beams across the width of the highway.…
Read MoreFrom uncharted to rough waters
So, again as I write this, our government is still shut down, and the Democrats continue to not vote for the Continuing Resolution they originally supported that would reopen the government. Plus now people have been let go from their jobs, some people are working while not being paid, citizens are not receiving the benefits…
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Fall cleanup
A local citizen shared this photo of a fall cleanup on Dogwood Lane, a 100-yard stretch of road in Rockford, cleaning up and collecting bags of litter that others left behind. Thank you to those who help clean up; we…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office accepting donations for annual Shop with the Sheriff
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer Continuing its tradition of helping spread holiday cheer this season, the Sheriff’s Office is once again asking for the public’s help in bringing Christmas cheer to area youth and families. The Sheriff’s Office is now accepting cash donations to help children this Christmas season. All donations will help put…
Read MoreServe & Protect Review: Oct. 27 – Nov. 2, 2025
Jail population as of Nov. 2: 48 inmates Males: 37 Females: 11 ARRESTS On October 27, Deputy Brown arrested Thomas Eric Ponder, a citizen of Weogufka, on the charges of Harassment and Assault 3rd. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail and was released on his own personal recognizance. On October 27, Sgt. Rudd…
Read MoreChurch calendar: Nov. 7, 2025
Weekly “Journey Through the Bible!” We have now started a study on “Revelation.” Join us for class held every Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Unity Fellowship Church, located at 8780 Coosa Co. Rd. 56, Weogufka, 35183. For questions please call 256-391-7353 or email patgaither278@gmail.com. Everyone is welcome!
Read MoreSylacauga Post Office to host Passport Fair
Special to the News The Sylacauga Post Office will host a Passport Fair on Saturday, November 8, to accept and process passport applications for potential travelers who may not be able to schedule a passport appointment during regular business hours. Appointments are not required; however, customers are encouraged to arrive early, as applicants will be…
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