Pamela Jones retires after 31 years of service with Coosa County Schools
Special to the News After more than three decades of dedicated service, Pamela Jones is retiring from Coosa County Schools, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, commitment and care that will be felt for years to come. Jones began her journey on August 15, 1994, as the CNP/General Fund Secretary. Her leadership and attention…
Read MoreCentral Elementary campers continue to work hard, play hard
The Central Elementary Literacy, Math and STEM camps continue to combine learning and fun. Teachers are strengthening students’ literacy skills by utilizing the scientifically proven Phonics First, Sonday System and UFLI phonics programs. In addition, teachers have been working hard planning lessons using differentiated instruction along with multisensory strategies to increase learning outcomes. The…
Read MoreFamily, friends, former students attend Gamble, McKinney Court dedication
Special to the News The Belyeu Gym floor at Central Coosa was recently resurfaced, which provided an opportunity to commemorate the school’s five state basketball championships on the new floor, which includes stars at the free throw line for the 1995, 2000, 2001, 2004, and 2019 State Championship titles. The resurfacing also presented an opportunity…
Read MoreKellyton woman, man arrested for chemical endangerment of child
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A man and woman were arrested earlier this month, each on a drug-related charge, following a joint investigation by the Coosa County Department of Human Resources and the Sheriff’s Office. On June 3, a local DHR representative provided the Sheriff’s Office with information relating to drug…
Read MoreHappy birthday, Ms. Irene Beasley!
Special to the News On Monday, June 23, Irene Beasley will celebrate her 104th birthday. Over the years she has been actively involved in her community and Bradford Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School and led singing for many years. Family and church are very important parts of Ms. Beasley’s life. She is one of…
Read MoreMontgomery woman arrested in Stewartville for drug charges
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Montgomery woman was arrested last Saturday in the Stewartville area on drug-related charges. On June 14, Deputy Brown responded to a woman sleeping in her vehicle near Dollar General in Stewartville. After numerous attempts, he woke the woman up. The vehicle had an expired tag,…
Read MoreAuthor visits Goodwater Library for SRP
Special to the News As part of the Goodwater Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, an award-winning author visited the library last week to read to area youth. On June 10, Negrita Smart of Dadeville visited the library as a special guest reader. The event was a success with children from the Goodwater Boys…
Read MoreYouth enjoy Goodwater Library’s summer program
Special to the News Area youth have been thoroughly enjoying Goodwater Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, with the weekly program including story time and activities. This past Tuesday children enjoyed a Vincent van Gogh inspired program. One of the books that Samantha Godsy read to the children was “Vincent Can’t Sleep.” The children then…
Read MoreRep. Robbins presents funds to Goodwater Library
Special to the News Rep. Ben Robbins made a special visit recently to the Goodwater Public Library and presented the library with a $5,000 check. Goodwater librarian Shirley Thompson said, “We are so grateful for all he does for the library.” While it has not yet been determined how this year’s…
Read MoreReckless driving leads to arrest of Equality man
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A reckless driving incident ultimately led to the arrest of an Equality man on a drug-related charge. On June 2, Deputy Payton received a call regarding a reckless driver on Alabama Highway 9. He was provided a description of the vehicle, and upon coming in contact…
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