First Saturday fundraiser success; other upcoming events
We have had some cooler spring temperatures. Actually, it is quite nice for me, and I can do more outside work in cooler temperatures. I still have not finished the fence move; so many other projects that have popped up. One is planting all the plants that didn’t sell at Jenny’s General into my…
Read MoreGov. Ivey proclaims May 4-11 as National Small Business Week in Alabama
Special to the News Last Friday Gov. Kay Ivey signed a proclamation officially assigning Sunday, May 4, through Sunday, May 11, as National Small Business Week in Alabama, celebrating the critical role small businesses play in driving the state’s economy and supporting job creation in every corner of the state. “Small businesses are the engine that…
Read MoreWords of advice for graduates
Rockford Church of God recently celebrated three of its graduates. Pictured from left are Trinity Hill, Dylan Shone and Abby Tate. Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers and ladies. Whether you are wearing a red or white corsage, you are blessed. God and your mother work hand in hand. They created you. They…
Read MoreRichville VFD bingo tomorrow, fundraiser ongoing
The Richville Volunteer Fire Department’s Bingo will be this Saturday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. Also, the fire department will be selling Boston Butts again this year for Memorial Day weekend. They will be $35. Pickup will be on Saturday, May 24, from 7 to 9 a.m. See any fire department member for tickets…
Read MoreObituaries
Kyndal Renae Davis Funeral service for Miss Kyndal Renae Davis, 14, of Alexander City, will be Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Sheldon Hutcherson will officiate. Burial will follow in the New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 10, from 9:30…
Read MoreThe kingdom: Has it been established?
There is a great deal of confusion today concerning the kingdom of heaven. There are some who teach that the kingdom has not been established. But a careful study of the Bible proves that the kingdom and the church are one and the same and that the kingdom has been in existence since the…
Read MoreClassifieds and Legals
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Read MoreAG Marshall sues social media giant, TikTok, for deceptive claims about youth safety
Special to the News Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall recently announced that the state has filed a lawsuit against social media company TikTok Inc. and its parent company, ByteDance Inc., for exploiting children, addicting them to harmful content and lying about the safety of its platform. The lawsuit, filed in Montgomery County Circuit…
Read MoreUpdate from Gov. Ivey: SB119, budgets signed
Gov. Kay Ivey speaks at the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Alabama Update. Photo submitted Special to the News Monday morning, Gov. Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 119, sponsored by Sen. Will Barfoot and Rep. Cynthia Almond. The bill, which is intended to combat inner city gun violence, includes: New firearm possession prohibitions. It will now be…
Read MoreTwo deputies complete Law Enforcement Academy
Sheriff Michael Howell and some deputies attend the Law Enforcement Academy’s graduation to congratulate Coosa County’s two newest deputies. From left are Investigator Travis Ward, Chief Deputy Scott Hammond, Deputy Leyton Moeser, Deputy Ryan Brown, Sheriff Howell, and Lt. Bradgel Moon. Photo submitted By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Coosa…
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