Why did people originally come to Coosa County?
Note: This is part of an ongoing monthly column series submitted by the Coosa County Historical Society members regarding our county history. Coosa County, from its very beginning, was a unique place. Its springs; branches and its river, the Coosa; played an important role in its development. There were numerous hills and valleys along the…
Read MoreRep. Rogers receives Main Street Alabama Leadership Award
Special to the News U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers was recently presented with the Main Street Alabama Leadership Award in recognition of his outstanding leadership contributions to the organization’s ALSpark initiative, which continues to generate positive economic impact throughout the state. “I am deeply honored to receive this award from Main Street Alabama,” said Rep. Rogers.…
Read MoreSeven things God hates: Part 1
We usually think of God as a “God of Love.” Look carefully at Proverbs 6:16-19, “These six things the Lord hates, yes, seven are an abomination to Him: a proud look, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that are swift in running to evil, a false…
Read MoreCoosa County Schools Weekly Calendar: Aug. 18-22, 2025
Protect & Serve Review: August 4-10, 2025
Jail population as of August 10: 60 inmates Males: 47 Females: 13 ARRESTS On August 4, Deputy Brown arrested Heather Danielle Tucker, a citizen of Alexander City, on the charge of Harassment. She was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $500 bond. On August 4, Deputy Parker arrested Andrew Shane Jones, a citizen of…
Read MoreWestwater advances construction at Kellyton Graphite Plant, progresses debt financing
Special to the News Yesterday Westwater Resources Inc., an energy technology and critical minerals company focused on developing battery-grade natural graphite, announced business results for the second quarter ended June 30. “Westwater continues to make steady progress on all fronts – from construction at Kellyton to advancing multiple financing pathways,” said Terence Cryan, executive chair of Westwater Resources.…
Read MoreClassifieds & Legals: Aug. 15, 2025
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Read MoreTalladega woman dies in Clay County crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:37 a.m. Tuesday, August 12, has claimed the life of a Talladega woman. Amanda H. Williams, 42, was critically injured when the 2008 Honda CRV she was driving left the roadway and struck a tree. Williams was not using a seat belt at the…
Read MoreIt’s time for Alabama to open its eyes
Op-ed by Pamela Casey As I write this, I understand some outlets may be hesitant to publish this op-ed because of the subject matter. It’s heavy. It’s heartbreaking. And for survivors of child sexual abuse, it may be deeply triggering. But the people of Alabama must confront an undeniable truth: the horrific events in Bibb…
Read MoreIncreasing the age of majority to consent to medical treatment
Raising the age of majority for medical consent is a topic with significant debate and varied approaches across different jurisdictions. Most Alabamians would agree that parents should have the right to have a legal say in the medical care received by their children. However, in Alabama this is often not the case. With exceptions, a…
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