Church Briefs
Weekly “Journey Through the Bible!” We are beginning with the study of the life of Judas Iscariot as we study his struggles during his walk with Jesus. This class will be held every Wednesday beginning September 3 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Unity Fellowship Church, located at 8780 Coosa Co. Rd. 56, Weogufka, 35183.…
Read MoreNew quilting group in the works
So a Facebook request in the Equality page has led to a new quilting group for all interested in quilting to gather and learn and grow in all things quilting. I have held the initial meeting to discuss how and when we should proceed as a group. The request started with a new quilter,…
Read MoreAARP Alabama urges Medicare beneficiaries to review coverage during open enrollment
Special to the News AARP Alabama reminds Medicare beneficiaries that Medicare Open Enrollment is now underway and runs through December 7. This is the annual opportunity for individuals to review their current Medicare coverage and make changes to ensure their health and financial needs are met in the coming year. During Open Enrollment, beneficiaries…
Read MoreSen. Tuberville advocates for forest owners during ag meeting
Special to the News On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) introduced an amendment to the Fix Our Forests Act during a U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee (Ag) business meeting. His amendment consists of the bill text of the Disaster Reforestation Act, which would help landowners recover from the loss of timber after natural disasters. Currently, forest…
Read MoreBusy Sunday, progress made for Historical Society
So thankful for the rain! Hopefully we will get more. It’s so dry and dusty. The leaves are really turning, and driving through the country roads is so pretty. Just drive north of Kelly’s Crossroads on County Road 29 toward Weogufka or on County Road 40 between highways 22 and 9; both are so…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
October 25 Boo Bash Bingo will be held at Bibb Graves Community Center on Saturday, October 25, at 5 p.m. Spooktacular prize drawings throughout the night. Treat Baskets for kids 12 and under. Prizes for best costume for adults and kids. Freaky franks and Monster Mash snacks are available. Bingo cards are just 50 cents…
Read MoreIntroducing Diego: New jaguar at Birmingham Zoo
Special to the News Diego, a striking male jaguar, has arrived at the Birmingham Zoo and can now officially be seen in his outdoor habitat in the Primates/South America Building. Diego replaces Khan, the previous jaguar, who went to the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Fla., as part of the Jaguar Species Survival Plan (SSP).This…
Read MoreBreaking news: Alexander City pedestrian killed in hit and run
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that occurred at approximately 10:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, has claimed the life of an Alexander City man. Jerry L. Partee, 57, who was the pedestrian, was fatally injured when an unknown vehicle struck him while he was standing in the roadway. Partee was…
Read MoreAgencies share information at Conservation in Coosa event
By Christa Jennings Area agencies attended the Conservation in Coosa County event last Thursday afternoon to help spread awareness of their services and resources, sharing handouts and goodies with those who attended. While some federal agencies had to cancel and were unable to participate because of the government shutdown, seven agencies participated in…
Read MoreCongratulations to Central band for receiving top tier trophies at competition
Special to the News Congratulations to the Pride of Coosa County band who received the Best in Class trophies at Saturday’s Chief Ladega Marching Invitational Competition. The band received Best in Class trophies for each category, drum major, band, percussion, color guard, and majorette. Thank you to color guard sponsor Katie Martin and band director Daryl Ingram…
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