God comes through for us
Our plans to play disc golf on Saturday were interrupted, which was fine by us. Connie Maestas needed assistance, and we were glad to help. Two massive trees fell into Connie’s yard – one in the back and one in the front – when storms blew through a while back. We received a text that…
Read MoreDevastating consequences of federal funding freezes
Dear Editor, As a Christian and an independent, moderate voter who believes in capitalism and entrepreneurialism, I feel compelled to address the devastating consequences of federal funding freezes or limitations on rural children. Unfortunately, here in Rockford, it’s hard to be either an independent or a Democrat, so I have to register as a Republican…
Read MoreLarger government vs. smaller government
The debate over the role of government often centers around the balance between (larger government) more government intervention and (smaller government) less government involvement in various aspects of society. Here are some pros and cons for each. Larger Government Pros: Public Welfare: Increased government involvement can lead to better social services, such as healthcare, education and housing, helping to reduce inequality…
Read MorePride of Coosa County band members make All-County Honor Band
Congratulations to the Pride of Coosa County band members who made the 2025 Clay, Coosa, Talladega All-County Honor Band: Corrie Haynes, Jayden Melton, Tatum Larrabee, Miles Norman, Owen Stokes, Kaden Tindall, Nathan Guzman, Emanuel Guzman, Lukas Lackey, Katie Griffith, Elijah Adams, Gabbie Sellers, and Z Moore. Special thank you to band director Daryl Ingram for leading our students and challenging them to be their best, as well as the parents for supporting…
Read MoreHolman visitor arrested on contraband charges
Special to the News On Saturday, February 1, a visitor at Holman Correctional Facility was arrested on contraband charges. Nanceen Alexander was observed passing a package to inmate Cedric Floyd. Correctional officers intervened and recovered the package. The Law Enforcement Services Division, or LESD, was notified and an agent responded. Alexander was interviewed then…
Read MoreA few things I love about America
Americans are arguing right now. And believe me, I get it. There is a lot going on. Everyone has differences of opinion. But I wondered if we Americans couldn’t put aside our disagreements for a moment and agree on a few things we love. I’ll start. I love quilting. Quilting bees, quilting circles,…
Read MoreDo everything in love
Hello, February! According to the news Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, predicting six more weeks of winter. However, Alabama’s Sand Mountain Sam and Birmingham Bill, neither saw their shadows, therefore we are going to have an early spring. I agree with them as there are buttercups breaking through the ground. Another tradition or old…
Read MoreCentral students placed in District JAG competition, heading to state competition
Central Coosa’s Jobs for Alabama Graduates (JAG) students recently went to the Central District Career Development Conference at the Marriott Prattville Hotel and Conference Center at Capitol Hill in Prattville. Our students competed in five categories, bringing home trophies in four categories. Congratulations to Queen Ballard who placed second in Financial Literacy, Katie Meeks who placed second in Prepared Speaking, Reagan Cardwell who placed third in Employability Skills, and the team of Kelsey McLaughlin, Karla…
Read MoreConservation Advisory Board meets in Montgomery March 8
Special to the News The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board, or CAB, will hold its first scheduled meeting of 2025 on Saturday, March 8. The meeting will take place in the auditorium of the Gordon Persons Building, 50 N. Ripley St., in Montgomery. Attendees should use the entrance at the corner of Ripley and Pelham…
Read MoreNewly renovated J.E. Turner Mount Vernon Public Boat Ramp provides improved access to outdoor recreation in South Alabama
ADCNR Commissioner Chris Blankenship was joined by Alabama State Senator Jack Williams, State Representative Shane Stringer, Mount Vernon Mayor Eric Peoples, and other local officials for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the reopening of the recently renovated J.E. Turner Mount Vernon Public Boat Ramp located just east of Mount Vernon in south…
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