November SNAP benefits suspended
Special to the News The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) received specific guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) the evening of Friday, October 24, regarding the suspension of SNAP benefits and procedures for the month of November because of the federal government shutdown. Recipients will be able to use benefits issued to their…
Read MoreWestwater Resources progress permitting process for mine development at Coosa Deposit
Coosa Graphite mine to provide long-term feedstock for nearby Kellyton processing plant Special to the News On Monday Westwater Resources Inc. provided an update on the permitting process for mine development at the Coosa Graphite Deposit in Coosa County. “We’re advancing the Coosa Deposit in what is arguably the best permitting environment for critical minerals in…
Read MoreDo you recognize us?
The Coosa County Historical Society is seeking the public’s help in identifying the women and young girls in this photo. The photo was taken in front of the Old Women’s Clubhouse in Rockford in the 1930s. If you can help identify any individuals in the photo, please email Bridget Kelley at bridgraham@aol.com.
Read MoreClassifieds & Legals: Oct. 31, 2025
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Read MoreThe prettiest butterfly
What if our souls were like butterflies? Yours and mine. Two butterflies. You and me. Soul mates. And just like butterflies, we were a little bit different from each other? Each with different colors. Different symmetrically patterned wings. Uniquely shaped and sized. What if our two individual spirits were no longer bound in caterpillar form?…
Read MoreProtect & Serve: October 20-26, 2025
Jail population as of Oct. 26: 42 inmates Males: 32 Females: 10 ARRESTS On October 21, Deputy Kelley arrested Marshall Lee Herring, a citizen of Goodwater, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $533 cash bond. On October 22, Deputy Brown arrested Justin…
Read MoreObituaries: Oct. 31, 2025
Patti Davis Graveside service for Mrs. Patti Davis, 69, of Alexander City, was Monday, October 27, 2025, at Hillview Memorial Park. Bro. Michael Booker officiated. Patti Davis, a beacon of love and faith, passed away surrounded by the warmth of her family. A graduate of Goodwater High School, Patti’s life was a testament to her…
Read MoreMissing, remembering Pastor Wilbert Johnson
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is ending. However, breast cancer is not until we find a cure. So let us continue to pray without ceasing, and for all types of cancer. Union Square wishes the best journalist and more a very happy birthday, Christa Jennings. Birthday wishes go to Pastor Stanford Benson, Pastor Chris Hill, Mrs.…
Read MoreEnjoy Halloween festivities tonight
So, this is the end of October! While it started out very dry, looks like it will end as very wet. I’m not complaining because we need the rain. Tonight is Halloween, but forecasts are saying dry and cold, so come out to Rockford and enjoy the night. Providence Baptist Church will be handing out…
Read MoreNew quilting group meets Monday evenings
Who else got some grass seed out last weekend to be watered by much needed rain? Just me? I overseeded the whole lawn in hopes that this rain will help it sprout. I will have to overseed again in the spring, but with geese and a horse they will eat much of it. The geese…
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