Tougher criminal penalties to protect children should be number one priority for next Alabama legislative session
The recent arrests of eight suspects in the sexual abuse and human trafficking of 10 minors in Bibb County shocked the state. Then there were the arrests of three women for the sexual violence of a child in Limestone County. Finally, the tragic story of a 3 year old who was left in a hot car…
Read MoreTwo wrongs never make a right
Sunday was a beautiful day at Rockford Church of God. God moved again in a mighty way in Pastor Hill. Obedience played a big part of the service. Praise God; He was pleased. Now I will try to please God by being obedient. He has laid this on my heart to share with someone who…
Read MoreUnion Baptist to hold homecoming Sunday
Be careful if you are out walking or working in the yard; those snakes are still crawling. This seems to be the worse time for them as they are getting ready to hibernate in a few months. This is a transitional month with school starting back, but it still feels like summer. It’s really still…
Read MoreOur Father, which art in heaven
Our Father, which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Even though this name has been so misused, misapplied, and misappropriated throughout history. I mean, what even is your actual name? People in various countries call you different things. There have been wars over which is the correct name. How many people have been slaughtered…
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Breaking news: Sylacauga man dies in Rockford area crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3 p.m. Monday, August 11, has claimed the life of a Sylacauga man. James E. Carter Jr., 76, was fatally injured when the 2014 Nissan Versa he was driving left the roadway and struck an embankment. Carter was not using a seat belt at…
Read MoreUnited Way kicks off 2026 campaign August 25, more
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Lake Martin Area United Way, which serves Coosa and Tallapoosa counties, is inviting the public to help kick off its 2026 campaign. The United Way’s 2026 campaign theme is “Hands United, Hearts Aligned,” and it will kick off on Monday, August 25, beginning at 5:30 p.m.…
Read MoreRockford adopts election-related resolutions
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer In a meeting that saw little action, the Rockford Town Council adopted two resolutions and approved other matters related to the town’s upcoming election. Resolutions related to “Elected Without Opposition” were unanimously approved for each Council position, with all current Council members being elected without opposition as no…
Read MoreCommunity leaders, supporters greet Coosa County students as they head back to school
Special to the News With full backpacks and smiles, students headed back to school Tuesday, but school staff were not the only ones greeting students with smiles, handshakes and high fives. Thank you to the community who came out to welcome the students back to school, including the Coosa County Sheriff’s Office, Empowered to Conquer, county commissioners, and school board members. Both Central…
Read MoreBOE approves personnel, policies, bids
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During its June meeting, the Coosa County Board of Education approved numerous personnel matters, as well as policies, product bids and more to prepare for the new school year. While personnel matters were approved in June, names of those involved were not released until the Board approved those…
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