A fresh perspective
I was excited to read about the McElraths’ transformation of the old casket factory building into “the Tracks.” They should be complimented on their vision, and I hope they will be rewarded with success. Also, in Rockford, a building used for storage for many years now hosts two new businesses, Enoch’s and Our Daily…
Read MoreThe uncertainty of life
We would all agree that life is uncertain! We see it every day. Just as surely as we have been born, one day we will die. Even though death is a subject that we generally do not like to discuss, it is a reality! “And as it is appointed to men once to die,…
Read MoreAlabama economic news this week forecast bright future for Alabama workers
We are getting close to year end when everything starts to slow down for the holidays, but the eyes of the nation were on Alabama as it made big economic news this past week. First of all there were two significant events in North Alabama, starting with the announcement that the Eli Lilly pharmaceutical…
Read MoreLetter to the Editor
Dear Editor, It’s hard to believe that we still have a person in office/leadership who has no compassion or empathy for mankind, saying the things he says about a man who has just been murdered. Actor/producer Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle, were stabbed to death in their home, allegedly by their son, who has…
Read MoreGraveyard humor
My long-time mentor and friend, Pastor Jim Auchmuty, died this summer. He had a unique ministry in his later years conducting countless memorial services for families without local pastors. I’d talked with Jim earlier in the summer about superintending my funeral, so this matter is yet out for bid. I must admit I’d not read…
Read MoreGoodwater men arrested on drug-related charges
One arrested for drug trafficking, more By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Two Goodwater men were arrested last Wednesday on drug-related charges, with one arrested for a possession charge and another for multiple charges, including two counts of drug trafficking. After receiving complaints of drug activity in Goodwater, Sgt. Ward began investigating narcotic activity…
Read MoreCoosa County Schools present annual Parade of Trees
Special to the News Coosa County students and their families enjoyed the fourth annual Parade of Trees and Winter Wonderland Literacy event sponsored by Literacy Everywhere! Grant. This event exemplifies how all the aspects of the grant, students, families, and community come together to promote literacy in a fun, innovative manner. Students and their families…
Read MoreSanta joins Goodwater VFD in spreading Christmas cheer
Once again Santa Claus joined with Goodwater Volunteer Fire Department to spread some early Christmas cheer to area youth as he rode through town visiting neighborhoods. Santa was joined by the infamous Grinch, along with Sparky the Fire Dog, in visiting local children and handing out toys and gifts. Children were thrilled to see Santa…
Read MoreTwo arrested for attempting to elude
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Two men from Sylacauga and Goodwater were arrested last month in the Stewartville area after attempting to elude a law enforcement officer. On November 19, Deputy Payton responded to the Stewartville area for a possible burglary in progress. Upon arriving at the scene, he observed a vehicle with…
Read MoreValley man arrested for Kellyton burglaries, thefts
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Valley man was arrested late last month in connection to multiple burglaries and thefts in the Kellyton area, as well as being wanted by other agencies for burglaries. On November 20, Deputy Parker responded to Forbus Auto Sales in Kellyton because of a commercial burglar alarm.…
Read More