United Way Day of Action a huge success
Special to the News More than 30 parents, students, staff, and community members, including employees of SL America and Alabama One, came out to Central High School last Friday to volunteer their time getting the high school ready for the new school year thanks to the Lake Martin Area United Way sponsored event. Volunteers worked on the landscaping, general…
Read MoreWhat’s growing in your garden?
Special to the News Local residents are enjoying fresh squash, peas, beans, okra, tomatoes, corn, and other home-grown vegetables, thanks to the RC&D Plus Partners Outreach workshop held earlier this year on March 27. The workshop was held at the J. D. Thompson Alumni Association building located in the Cottage Grove community. The Coosa…
Read MoreALEA SBI launches homicide investigation in Alexander City
Special to the News On Saturday, July 19, at approximately 11:15 a.m., special agents assigned to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) launched a homicide investigation at the request of the Alexander City Police Department. ALEA special agents responded to the 4000 block of Washington Street in Alexander…
Read MoreExtra precautions are needed to prevent heat illnesses
Special to the News With heat indices in the triple digits such as those currently being experienced, the Alabama Department of Public Health advises the public to be alert to the warning signs of heat illnesses. Heat-related illnesses occur when the body is exposed to high temperatures. The incidence of these illnesses rises expectedly during…
Read MoreWetumpka man killed, another injured in Elmore County crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, has claimed the life of a Wetumpka man. James T. Tucker, 31, was critically injured when the 1994 GMC Sierra pickup he was driving left the roadway, struck a ditch and overturned. Tucker was not using a seat…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
July 23-25 The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is hosting a Kids’ Cooking Camp at the I-HOPE Center, located at the former Goodwater High School, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 23-25. Activities will include kitchen safety, kitchen etiquette, healthy eating activities, and cooking. The I-HOPE Center is located at 166 Harris Street, Goodwater. For…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
July 25 The musical group Eternal Vision will perform at Goodwater Baptist Church on Friday, July 25, at 7 p.m. All are welcome to attend this special event.
Read MoreIt should be about love, not money
The world can be a cold, dark place without genuine love. As the Bible states, the love of money is the root of all evil. When riches become the driving force in someone’s life, it usually doesn’t matter who gets stepped on, or even crushed. A desire for promotion and elevation to prominence can…
Read MoreThe One Big Beautiful Bill delivers for Alabama
By U.S. Sen. Katie Britt The week of Independence Day, the U.S. Senate took on the tall order of passing President Trump’s sweeping domestic policy package – the One Big Beautiful Bill. After more than 26 hours of voting, the Senate passed the bill, which was then sent to the House of Representatives…
Read MoreCentral band camp kicks-off to a great start
The Pride of Coosa County band, directed by Mr. Daryl Ingram, started their two-week camp this week and will continue next week, with the Color Guard and Majorette having already completed a week of camp last week. The Pride of Coosa County band members have been working hard preparing for the new half-time show, with this year’s theme being Shrek. The band is learning Shrek favorites such…
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