A woman named Honey
“I’m dying,” the older woman says. Her name is Honey. She is in the meet-and-greet line after one of my shows. She holds one of my books. White hair. Tiny frame. Maybe five-foot. The theater ushers move her to the head of the line because she is using her roller walker. “It’s so nice to…
Read MoreThankful for help in establishing faith
When I look back on my Christian walk, I am always so thankful for the ones who spent extra time establishing me in the faith. It required some work. When it came to Christianity, I was pretty rough around the edges. In other words, I did not know much about the Bible and church ways.…
Read MoreRichville VFD Bingo tomorrow
First Friday in March! Happy birthday to all celebrating birthdays this month. Last weekend was sure a doozy with all the storms and power outages across the county then freezing temperatures. Hopefully our weather will improve, and we do have an early spring. I want to thank all the electrical company workers that worked…
Read MoreThree illegals in Kellyton put on ICE hold
Baltazar Sanchez Caballero Armando Rojo Lugardo Maximiliano Perez Vasquez By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Three illegal immigrants were arrested last Thursday in connection with thefts that occurred in Kellyton late last year. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that in October and December of 2024, two different victims…
Read MoreWoman calls 911 too many times
Lauren Faust By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Coosa County woman was arrested earlier this month after making too many unfounded 911 calls. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on February 13, Deputy Dawson responded to a 911 call and spoke with the caller. He informed her that law enforcement officers…
Read MoreMiss Centroid pageant contestants assist in preparing care baskets for cancer patients
Special to the News Miss Centroid pageant contestants completed a service project this year in conjunction with the Weogufka Cancer Outreach program. The Weogufka Cancer Outreach is directed by Amanda Fincher, a graduate of Central High School, who graciously allowed our young ladies to assist in preparing care baskets. Amanda’s mother was diagnosed with breast…
Read MoreCougar Cub Academy returns to CCCTC
Special to the News Mrs. Worley’s Educators in Training (EIT) classes will be hosting the Cougar Cub Academy February 27-28, April 14-17, and May 5-7. Coosa County Career Tech Center (CCCTC) future educators will be teaching the Cougar Cubs numbers, the alphabet, colors, shapes, and literacy skills. The EIT students have created lesson plans for each session based around a different theme. The lesson plan includes a clear…
Read MoreCTE students earn skid steer certifications
Special to the News Career Tech Education (CTE) students recently completed the online modules for the Asphalt Roller and Skid Steer Skills for Success courses. This week they had to complete 16 hours of hands-on operation of the equipment in order to obtain their official certifications. Last year’s classes started the trend of finding a CTE Campus…
Read MoreExtension news: Coosa 4-H welcomes new agent
Raeden Hanners Special to the News There is a new face at the Coosa County Extension Office! The Coosa Extension is excited to introduce its new 4-H agent, Raeden Hanners. She will serve both Coosa and Clay counties and will bring fresh energy and excitement to the 4-H program. Hanners brings a…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office makes FTA arrest
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Sylacauga man was arrested Monday on warrants for Coosa County. On February 24, 46-year-old Fletcher Antawin Strong was picked up from the Talladega County Jail for Failure to Appear warrants for possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Strong is currently being held at…
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