Coosa’s Day of Action to be held July 18
United Way looking for volunteers, sponsors By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Lake Martin Area United Way is once again planning for its annual Day of Action, with Central High School Coosa County’s day being July 18. As part of the 2025 United Way Day of Action, the organization is looking for both…
Read MoreExecution carried out for Gregory Hunt
Gov. Ivey, AG Marshall release statements Special to the News The execution of Alabama death row inmate Gregory Hunt was carried out by nitrogen hypoxia on June 10, at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore. He was pronounced deceased by a physician at 6:26 p.m. On June 9, Hunt had four visitors and…
Read MoreEmerald Ash Borer killing ash trees in north Alabama
Adult EAB emerging from the stump of a recently cut ash tree. Galleries beneath the bark made by EAB larvae Special to the News After investigating reports of dying ash trees in Jackson and Madison counties in north Alabama, the Alabama Forestry Commission, or AFC, has identified the non-native Emerald Ash…
Read MoreAbout the Coosa County Historical Society
Porch Talk Coosa County Stories This is to be a monthly column as space permits about Coosa County history. To start off, the first column will be about the Coosa County Historical Society, how it began and some of the history that has occurred since its founding. The following is an article published by the…
Read MoreElementary students work hard, play hard during free summer camps
Central Elementary kicked off its free summer learning camps for June, which include a literacy camp, a math camp and a STEM camp. Thank you to the Central Elementary staff who work hard to create interactive lessons for the students to increase their skills. After academics in the morning, the students get to enjoy extracurricular activities in the afternoon. Thank you to Mrs.…
Read MoreAlabama legislative efforts deserve praise for passing public safety bills
It has been a little more than a month since Alabama lawmakers returned home from the statehouse. With the dust settling, we can look back at some of what was passed and some that should have passed. The governor and legislative leaders promised that public safety would be the number one priority this past session. There…
Read MoreALEA warns Alabamians of nationwide phishing scam impersonating “Alabama DMV”
Special to the News The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, or ALEA, is warning citizens about a nationwide phishing scam that has recently targeted Alabamians with fraudulent text messages falsely claiming to be from the “Alabama Department of Vehicles (DMV)” and demanding payment for non-existent traffic tickets. These messages threaten to suspend individuals’ driving privileges…
Read MoreSpring 2025 graduates announced at UA
Students from Goodwater, Equality among graduates Special to the News More than 6,000 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama’s spring 2025 commencement ceremonies at Coleman Coliseum. Local students include: Kaylei Horn of Goodwater received the following degree: Bachelor of Science. Jenni Self of Equality received the following degree: Master of Arts. Alison Strong…
Read MoreVacation bible kids
“Dear Sean,” the email began. “I teach vacation Bible school… Last year we had three Latino children whose parents are undocumented immigrants… “Church leadership felt it best not to allow these children to attend VBS this year. It broke my heart, the kids don’t understand, and I’m really struggling with this decision.…
Read MoreGov. Ivey taps Cynthia Almond to serve as Public Service Commission president
Cynthia Lee Almond Special to the News Last Friday Gov. Kay Ivey announced she is tapping Cynthia Lee Almond to serve as president of the Public Service Commission. This fills the seat previously held by Twinkle Cavanaugh, who has taken a role with the Trump Administration. “Cynthia has proven to be an…
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