Central students win gold, silver, bronze medals at SkillsUSA state competition
Central Coosa SkillsUSA students recently attended the Alabama SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference and SkillsUSA championships at the Mobile Convention Center. Congratulations to Kirby Clark who won gold in the SkillsUSA Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair competition. In addition, the Career Pathway Showcase team of Mallorie Feltman, JJ Brimer and Eli Thornton were awarded a silver medal for their…
Read MoreThe Pride of Coosa County band performs spring concert
Central Elementary Beginner Band and Central High School Concert Band recently performed their Spring Concert under the direction of Darryl Ingram. The concert was emceed by the band booster president and parent, April Stokes. Mrs. Stokes started by introducing the Beginner Band who played three songs for family and friends, “Bingo,” “Blackbeard” and “Power Rock.” Mrs. Stokes then introduced the Concert Band who played six selections, including “Fury…
Read MoreState surplus property auction starts online tomorrow, May 3
Special to the News The next online state surplus property auction starts on Saturday and will feature a diverse selection of items for bid, including computer equipment, a forklift, a bulldozer, tractor-trailers, and even a basketball-shooting robot. The robot, an educational tool for technical education students, and hundreds of other items will be…
Read MoreCentral students enjoy annual Six Flags Math, Science, Physics Day
A total of 113 Central students in seventh through twelfth grades recently enjoyed the annual trip to Six Flags for Math, Science and Physics Day. The annual trip is a reward trip organized by the Central High School math and science teachers for students who have a 70-plus average in their math and science classes, as well as good…
Read MoreRegistration open for Hatchet Creek float, prizes available
Multiple prizes are up for grabs during drawings at this year’s Creek Run Festival, including this 24-can RTIC soft cooler, a $200 value. Every float participant will be entered to win. Photo submitted By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Coosa County Association of Scenic Waterways is busily planning and making preparations for the…
Read MoreCoosa families, others eligible for Alabama SUN Bucks
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer With summer break quickly approaching, the Coosa County School System wants to help get the word out to local families about a program that can help many families buy food while school is out for the summer. While students are out of school for summer break and…
Read MoreCentral students place in state FBLA competition
Special to the News Sixteen Central students traveled to Mobile for the Alabama Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Conference last week. Seven students competed in various competitions. Ashtin Robbins placed second in Public Policy and Advocacy, and Matthew Garrett placed fourth in Word Processing. Both qualify to compete at the national FBLA conference, which will be held in Anaheim, Calif.,…
Read MoreConservative attorney, activist Derek Chen announces state auditor candidacy
Special to the News Conservative attorney and activist Derek Chen announced his candidacy for Alabama state auditor on April 9. “Today, I am officially announcing my campaign to be our next state auditor,” Chen said. “As Alabamians, we not only deserve, but demand, transparency and efficiency with our tax dollars.” He added, “I am…
Read MoreMay Day event in Cottage Grove
Special to the News The J. D. Thompson High School Alumni Association members are busy planning a fun day of activities for May 17, starting with the Chlora K. May Fun Run/Walk-a-Thon. Registration begins at 7 a.m., and the walk will start at 8 a.m. Fun Run/Walk participants will have the opportunity to walk…
Read MoreWeogufka Center hosts Mule Day tomorrow
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Weogufka Center will host its annual Mule Day tomorrow from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the center, located at 145 Memorial Loop in Weogufka. Mule Day festivities will include music, vendors, food, the Children’s Farm Center, and of course mules, plus much more. Visitors can get…
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