Happy Independence Day
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Town of Rockford joined the throngs of municipalities in celebrating the United States’ Independence Day and semiquincentennial, honoring 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was adopted. The town has patriotic decorations up throughout town and held a special celebration event last Saturday, June 27,…
Read MoreChildren’s author returns to Goodwater Library
Special to the News Award-winning children’s book author and Alabama native Negrita Smart made a return visit to Goodwater Public Library for the last day of its annual Summer Reading Program. In addition to a read-aloud of one of Smart’s books, participating youth enjoyed a craft and activity time as the library concluded its…
Read MoreBoE approves resignations, new hires
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During a called meeting held June 17, the Board of Education approved resignations and some new hires ahead of its regular monthly meeting. With Board members Joe Belyeu and Sharon Coffman absent from the called meeting, the remaining members unanimously approved all personnel matters. That included three approved resignations.…
Read More“Safe Roads. Safe Waters. Safe Fourth.”: ALEA announces holiday enforcement, safety efforts ahead of historic 250th Independence Day celebration
Special to the News As Alabamians prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s independence, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is urging all travelers to prioritize safety on both roadways and waterways during what is expected to be one of the busiest Fourth of July holiday periods in history. This year’s celebration carries…
Read MoreMunford woman injured in Hatchet Creek boat crash
Special to the News A two-vessel crash that occurred at approximately 7:15 p.m. Friday, June 26, resulted in two individuals being ejected and one injury. Natasha L. Holt, 38, of Munford, who was a passenger in the 17-foot Bumblebee Bass boat, was ejected when the Bumblebee collided with the 17-foot Nova Bass boat, operated by…
Read MoreJune monthly column: Don’t mistake momentum for merit in college sports reform
By U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville I spent nearly 40 years coaching football, including more than two decades as a head coach in the SEC, the Big 12, and the American Athletic Conference. I recruited thousands of student-athletes, worked with university presidents, athletic directors, conference commissioners, and NCAA officials. Along the way, I learned…
Read MoreObituaries
Benjamin Drake Barrett Funeral service for Mr. Benjamin Drake Barrett, 22, of Dadeville, will be Friday, July 3, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Clinton Branch will officiate. Burial will follow in the Smyrna Cemetery. Ben Barrett; a kindhearted, funny, and intelligent young man; passed away on Monday, June…
Read MoreProphecies of Jesus
Just before Jesus came to Gethsemane, He declared an astounding prophecy to His disciples. He simply told them, “But after I am risen again, I will go before you into Galilee.” (Matthew 26:32) Delving into those words reveals that Jesus already knew what He would do after He died and rose again victorious over…
Read MoreEquality VFD Fish Fry Fundraiser today, tomorrow
Please support local fire department, businesses that contribute to local economy What is going on in Equality and Nixburg, Alabama? I don’t know, staying inside with fans and AC going because the Alabama July heat has arrived, and I am withering out in it. OK, not totally true, I will be venturing out…
Read MoreAmerica’s 250th: A reflection on our nation’s legacy through Alabama’s story
Op-Ed by Nicole Jones Wadsworth, PhD, MBA, MS July 4, 2026, marks an extraordinary milestone: the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The United States Semiquincentennial serves as an opportunity to reflect on the principles that have shaped the American experiment: self-government, individual liberty, the rule of law, and the role each state,…
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