Conservation Advisory Board amends regulations for dog deer hunting
The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board approved an increase in the daily bag limit for anterless deer for most of the state. The Board unanimously approved the seasons and bag limits for the 2025-2026 seasons. WFF Assistant Director Fred Harders accepts the Old Coot Award on behalf of WFF Director Chuck Sykes from Board members Joey…
Read MoreAG Marshall announces conviction of former pool construction company owner Greg Kirk of Muscle Shoals
Kirk will serve 20 years for stealing over $600,000 Special to the News Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Gregory Kirk, of Muscle Shoals, pleaded guilty in a case involving multiple property crimes. Pursuant to a plea agreement with the state, Madison County Circuit Judge Ruth Ann Hall sentenced Kirk to a…
Read MoreWill “21” win in ‘26?
It’s highly probable that gambling will be a significant issue in the 2026 Alabama governor’s race, given its history as a contentious and frequently debated topic in state politics. It is a popular topic among voters, and the possibility exists for it to influence the governor’s election in 2026. Here’s a rundown of why I think gambling is a potentially significant issue, and…
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Read MoreCommunity Calendar
June 7 The 87th Weogufka Alumni Reunion will be held June 7 at the Weogufka High School Auditorium. Doors will be open at 5 p.m. with a business meeting at 5:30 and dinner at 6 p.m. We will be honoring the Class of 1975 immediately following dinner. Dinner will be grilled chicken or barbecue with…
Read MoreWhat small towns are about
Last weekend I took a break from my peeves and thoroughly enjoyed the town festival. I was very impressed at the number of vendors and the number of participants. Isn’t that what small towns are about? Sharing, showin’ off, raising funds for different charities, letting the kids play together; the list goes on. I wish…
Read MoreRemembering Bud Ivey, family
This sign by the Rockford Church of God family honors the memory of Bro. Wayne Weeks and his vision for the church’s blessed and bright future. Yes, Buzzy, I agree on many things. Filthiness and no concern annoy me to he point it makes me sick. It’s time for something to be done…
Read MoreCreek Run Festival deemed another great success despite rain
Paddling participants arrive at Double Bridges for take out at the end of the 2025 Creek Run Festival. Photo by Christa Jennings Matthew Reams with the Coosa County Association of Scenic Waterways arrives at the take-out spot after completing the float. Photo by Christa Jennings Laci Brown shows the 32-quart RTIC…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office wins charity softball tournament
The Sheriff’s Office law enforcement team brought home the trophy after playing three games against area first responders in the charity softball tournament. Law enforcement, EMS, firefighters, and other first responders enjoyed a hard-fought softball tournament. Sheriff Michael Howell and wife, Tasha, with the tournament trophy. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond…
Read MoreCentral Elementary celebrates with kindergarten graduation service
Special to the News Central Coosa celebrated its youngest graduates with a kindergarten graduation service last week. The Central High School senior graduates led the Central Elementary kindergarten graduates from their classrooms to their ceremony. Fifty-two kindergartners, as well as family and faculty, celebrated the beginning of their educational journey. After Principal Forbus welcomed everyone and the “Pledge of Allegiance” was recited, the kindergartners sang “Three Little…
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