Church Briefs
May 18 Holly Springs Baptist Church in Coosa County will hold its 175th Homecoming on May 18, beginning at 11 a.m. There will be music and preaching. Bring a chair and food to share. May 18-21 “Revive us Again” – Equality Methodist Church is hosting a revival May 18-21. We invite all to come…
Read MoreApril 28 – May 4, 2025
Jail population as of May 4: 31 inmates Males: 22 Females: 9 ARRESTS On April 30, Deputy Dawson arrested Jocquez Tyree Dixon, a citizen of Montgomery, on the charge of Failure to Appear in court. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $3,407 cash bond. On May 2, Deputy Moeser arrested…
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May 17 The J.D. Thompson Alumni Association will hold a May Day event May 17 at the historic Coosa County Training School, located at 1854 Coosa County Road 93 in Cottage Grove. Day starts with the Chlora K. May Fun Run/Walk-a-Thon with registration beginning at 7 a.m. and walk starting at 8 a.m. From 9:30…
Read MoreIt’s already here
Last week there was an interesting letter to the editor from Lynne Taylor about government involvement in the media and education. She questioned whether the problems in other countries could come to us here in America. I hate to say it, but IT’S ALREADY HERE. Education was not originally included in our Constitution as…
Read MoreGraphite, the game changer
Graphite is one of the three forms in which carbon is found naturally; diamond and coal being the other two. In today’s world graphite’s uses are numerous, from being an important component in lithium-ion batteries, nuclear reactors, playing an essential role in the electoral industry, as well as being the “lead” in pencils. As a material it is quite greasy and…
Read MoreInaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit held at Lake Guntersville
Despite the rain, students at the Summit enjoyed an afternoon of paddling on Lake Guntersville. Photo by Henry Busby Students also received archery instruction from ADCNR staff at the Summit. Photo by Henry Busby Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship takes the opportunity to network at the Outdoor Recreation Summit…
Read MoreDispatches del Camino
Dear God, thank you for letting me happen upon this small church, so I might rest my anguished feet. This little church, alongside the Camino, somewhere in the far flung regions of rural Spain. A place where I can kneel and pray in solitude. I’m alone in this ornate Catholic chapel, save for one…
Read MoreSeniors close out academic year with annual visit to three branches of state government
Students at the Alabama Capitol. Photo submitted The Alabama Supreme Court The Alabama Senate The seniors started off their day with a tour of the state capitol led by their instructor. Students toured the former Supreme Court chamber and former House and Senate chambers that used to operate in the Alabama State…
Read MoreGov. Ivey awards grant to help train inmates for jobs upon release
Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $150,000 grant to help inmates regain their footing in society once they are released from prison. The grant to J.F. Ingram State Technical College in Deatsville will help inmates overcome employment barriers by providing them with the training and skills they need…
Read MoreVerse of the Week
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” – Ephesians 2:8-9
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