County to name new bridge after WWII veteran Thomas Cleveland
District 1 County Commissioner John Forbus presents a resolution to Thomas Cleveland’s daughter, Wanda Chesnutt, reflecting a bridge being named in honor of her dad. Photo by Lydia Waters Wanda Chesnutt, daughter of World War II veteran Thomas Cleveland, speaks about and honors her dad during the Commission meeting following the…
Read MoreRural Roadshow demonstrates assistance devices, more
Jessica McKay with Accessing Potential Through Assistive Technology, left, and representatives with the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services and UAB Regional Autism Network show some of the assistive devices available to help those with disabilities. Photo by Christa Jennings A wide variety of assistance devices were on display and available to demo,…
Read MoreCentral students enjoy Prom 2025 at beautiful White Orchid
2025 Prom King and Queen Torrance Kelley and Kelsey McLaughlin 2025 Prom Prince and Princess Caden Miller and Re’Niyah Gibbs Students enjoying the prom. Photos by Maressa Ware Special to the News It was a beautiful night as the sun set with family and friends who came out for…
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. The registration fee is $12 and includes a swag…
Read MoreLife Skills students simulate self-sufficiency home skills
Simone recently turned 21 years old and was honored with a class party to celebrate. Happy birthday, Simone! Photo submitted During a “Home Day” self-sufficiency simulation for the Life Skills class, students practiced making their bed. Photo submitted Life Skills students prepare their own lunches, including homemade pizzas, as…
Read MoreCoosa Riverkeeper developing economic impact study of Coosa River in Alabama
Special to the News Do you live on, recreate on, or spend time near the Coosa River? Whether you boat, fish, waterski, live, work, or play near the Coosa River – Coosa Riverkeeper wants to hear from you! Coosa Riverkeeper is partnering with the University of Auburn at Montgomery to develop a research…
Read MoreWestwater Resources sees increased demand for Kellyton product after implementation of global tariffs
Special to the News Westwater Resources Inc., an energy technology and battery-grade natural graphite company, announced yesterday that it is experiencing increased demand for its natural graphite anode material that will be produced from its Kellyton Graphite Plant after the implementation of global tariffs. Worldwide, the vast majority of natural graphite anode material…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
April 18 A Good Friday Hymn Singing presented by Hunter Goff and friends will be held at Sears Chapel in Rockford from 4-8 p.m. on April 18. Hunter is Dr. Goff’s grandson. This is a come and go event, so come for any or all of it as we worship the Lord together. April…
Read MoreAltoona man dies in boat crash
Special to the News A two-vessel crash that occurred at approximately 7:03 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, has claimed the life of an Altoona man. Joey M. Broom, 58, was fatally injured when the Center Console vessel he was onboard was struck by a Nitro Bass Boat. Broom was pronounced deceased at the…
Read MoreLincoln’s and Trump’s tariffs
Dear Editor, April is Confederate History Month, proclaimed by Alabama’s School Board, and Monday, April 28, is Confederate Memorial Day, an official state holiday. President Trump’s recent 25% tariff (tax) on cheaper imported steel brings to mind Lincoln’s 200% tariff on cheaper imported steel, forcing pioneer families to pay three times higher prices…
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