Goodwater woman arrested for marijuana
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Goodwater woman was arrested recently on a marijuana charge following a traffic stop. On September 20, while on routine patrol, Deputy Brown observed a vehicle without a tag, initiated his emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop. Brown approached the vehicle and identified the driver. He detected…
Read MoreNo charges yet in Goodwater shooting
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer There has been no arrest made yet following a shooting that occurred in Goodwater last month. On September 18, the Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a shooting on Line Street in Goodwater. While en route to the scene, deputies were informed that an individual was trying to…
Read MoreSylacauga man dies in ATV crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash involving an all-terrain vehicle, or ATV, that occurred at approximately 2 a.m. Monday, Sept. 29, has claimed the life of a Sylacauga man. Willie F. Martin, 55, was fatally injured when the 2020 Yamaha YFZ450 ATV he was operating struck a deer, left the roadway and overturned. Martin was…
Read MoreAG Marshall announces criminal enterprise indictment in Conecuh County for gang-related “Glock switch” possession
Special to the News On Wednesday Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the indictment of a Conecuh County man for possessing machine gun conversion devices, with enhanced charges under Alabama’s Criminal Enterprise Act. Jalen Demetrius Rodgers, 22, of Repton, was indicted on two counts for the possession or selling of used parts designed to convert pistols…
Read MoreVerse of the Week:
“Because thou hast been my help, therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice. My soul followeth hard after thee: thy right hand upholdeth me.” – Psalm 63:7-8
Read MoreMarriage: Most intimate union between man, woman
When you’re a minister, certain duties and obligations meet you head on. Some of those responsibilities include doing weddings and funerals. Jokingly, some have said don’t mistake the wedding for the funeral. I haven’t performed a whole lot of weddings, so when Dan and Naomi recently asked if I would officiate their ceremony, I…
Read MoreCongratulations to color guard for receiving Best in Class at competition
Congratulations to the Pride of Coosa County band’s color guard who received a 1-Superior rating, as well as brought home the Best in Class trophy at Saturday’s Phoenix City Invitational Competition. Color guard members include Elizabeth Clark, Shermanee Cox, Madison Hamilton, Jayden Melton, and Elizabeth Moore. Thank you to color guard sponsor Katie Martin and band director…
Read MoreMass shootings
“God help us,” the old man in the nursing home muttered. He was watching TV, sitting in his big, comfy, pleather chair. A plate of untouched food sat on his hospital tray. The carrots were cold. The turkey had gone to be with Jesus hours ago. The TV was showing footage of…
Read MoreCentral football enjoying third consecutive win during Homecoming game
The Central Cougars faced off against the Saks Wildcats for their Homecoming game, and it seemed like the Wildcats did not have a chance. The Cougars led in the first quarter with a score of 8 to 6 after #1 Javon Thomas had a 60-yard kick off return for a touchdown. But it was in the…
Read MoreEquality VFD fundraiser tomorrow
Our livestock guardian dogs are adjusting very well. They have stopped leaving the yard, even when chasing a predator from the yard this week. They are putting on weight, and their coats look much better, but I still need to groom them. Well after rolling in a rain puddle, I need to give them…
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