Obituaries
David Lewis Powell David Lewis Powell passed on August 25, 2026, at the age of 66. Born August 25, 1960, in Union Springs, Ala., David lived in Rockford. David is survived by his daughters, Breanna Powell and Erica Powell (Daniel); his sisters, Debra Powell and Jenny Renfroe; his grandchildren, Rayna Maglione, Karlee Whetstone, Jordan…
Read MoreCHOOSING the best education for Alabama’s students
Across Alabama, our students have been returning to school this [past] month. Heading back to school is an exciting time of year where students are able to reconnect with their peers, start practice for fall sports and, most importantly, get a good education. I’m a firm believer that our schools should be focused…
Read MoreCentral High School welcomes living historian Grayson Harwell as new U.S. history instructor
Central High School tenth and eleventh grade students will get to watch history come to life this year with the new U. S. history instructor Grayson Harwell. Harwell is a living historian with the reenactment group based from Harpersville, Voices of the Past. Harwell has been participating in the reenactment group for seven years. Harwell aims to honor history by going beyond looking…
Read MoreAlabama leaders working on improving public education achievements as students head back to classrooms
If your commute just got a little longer in the past couple of weeks don’t be surprised, as buses and carpools are back on the road to carry students back for another year of school. As students return to the classroom, this is a good time to look at where Alabama ranks nationally in…
Read MoreAG Marshall announces Eleventh Circuit upholds capital murder convictions for the 2001 claw hammer double homicide in Sylacauga
Special to the News Last Thursday Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the Northern District of Alabama’s denial of habeas corpus relief for double murderer Wakilii Brown on August 21. Brown was convicted in the Talladega County Circuit Court and sentenced to death on May 5, 2008.…
Read MoreFishing tournament, revival coming up
September is here, but summer heat is still with us. Hopefully soon it will start to cool off. Happy birthday to all those born this month, which includes three granddaughters, one grandson-in-law, one granddaughter-in-law, and one great-grandson. Wow, that’s a lot of birthdays in one month! Also, my mom was born this month, so…
Read MoreLiving with the unanswered why
It was on a trip to Washington for a Southern Baptist seminar that our group rode the capitol subway to an event. At our stop a U.S. senator was waiting to board. I immediately recognized him and walked over to say hello. He asked what our group was doing in D.C. He was also aware of…
Read MoreAugust 24-30, 2026
Jail population as of August 30: 30 inmates Males: 24 Females: 6 ARRESTS On August 25, Deputy Kelley arrested Harbson NMN Thompson Jr., a citizen of Kellyton, on the charges of Obstructing Governmental Operations and Resisting Arrest. He was booked and processed into the Coosa County Jail with a bond of $3,500. On August…
Read MorePeter: An example of struggles, growth
Today’s Scripture: Matthew 16:21-23 Practical Application: Each of us struggle, and each of us must grow. Action Statement: Today I will strive to grow spiritually so I will be the proper example to others. Example: Many of us may be able to relate to Peter, to his weaknesses and struggles, because he was a…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
September 10 A Conservation in Coosa County event for Coosa County Landowners will be held on Thursday, September 10, at the Old Rockford School. Agriculture, conservation, forestry, and wildlife agencies will be available to provide information about programs and services they offer. Drop by anytime between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. For more information contact…
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