Coosa County history, Coosa County Courthouse
The Alabama Legislature created Coosa County on December 18, 1932, using land obtained through the Creek Indian Treaty of Cusseta earlier that year on March 24. The county’s original boundaries covered a much larger area than present-day Coosa County, including most of what later became Elmore County in 1866. The act that established Coosa County…
Read MoreObituaries: Nov. 28, 2025
Theresa Matthews Funeral service for Mrs. Theresa Matthews, 61, of Alexander City, was Monday, November 24, 2025, at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Theresa Matthews, a beacon of love and adventure, passed away surrounded by her cherished family. Her journey on this earth was marked by selflessness, a deep commitment to her loved ones,…
Read MoreCounting our blessings
This is one of the very best weeks of the year, in my opinion! This week we focus on all that we have to be thankful for, not only this week, but throughout the year. We should be thankful for the goodness of God, our families, our friends, and our churches, in addition to many…
Read MoreHave an attitude of gratitude
This is the time of the year to “count your blessings.” In truth, we have so much to be thankful for every day. To some who like to complain and mumble and grumble, it might not seem that way. But it is better to carry a more positive attitude about things. Being unthankful can get…
Read MoreThere are plenty of blessings in Alabama this year for Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving this week, it is a good time to reflect on Alabama’s blessings. The state has seen so many good and bad days over its 205 years. Yet, Alabama is seeing a renaissance across the board that is drawing both individuals and job creators to the state. Despite the pandemic, Alabama has become an economic…
Read MoreEquality Neighborhood Watch to meet Thursday
Happy Thanksgiving; I hope you are able to spend time reflecting on all that we can be grateful for. Sometimes in life it can be difficult to see through the trials and be grateful, but there is always something if we look hard enough. According to Harvard Science recent research has pointed to gratitude’s numerous…
Read MoreCommunity calendar: Nov. 28, 2025
November 29 Iron Bowl Bingo will be held Saturday, November 29, at Bibb Graves Community Center in Millerville (Highway 9 between Ashland and Goodwater) from 5 to 8 p.m. Wear your favorite team colors if you wish. Begin with hot dogs, nachos and soft drinks. The Iron Bowl game will be on the big screen…
Read MoreClassifieds and legals: Nov. 28, 2025
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Read MoreChurch calendar: Nov. 28, 2025
December 7 Equality Methodist Church is excited to host a special singing by the Dixie Echoes Quartet on Sunday, December 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church, located at 281 Ala. Hwy. 259, Equality. Dixie Echoes is one of America’s pioneer gospel groups and has had six members inducted into the Southern Gospel…
Read MoreBOE approves handful of items
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer The Board of Education approved a handful of action items on its agenda during another relatively short meeting for October. In certified recommendations, with a letter of recommendation from Kara Forbus, Central Elementary School principal, the Board approved hiring Jonathan Brody Hyatt as an elementary teacher for the 2025-2026…
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