Westwater Resources announces first quarter business updates
Estimated costs for Kellyton graphite plant (Phase I) remain at $245 million Special to the News Westwater Resources Inc., an energy technology and battery-grade natural graphite development company, is pleased to announce its results for the first quarter ended March 31, and to provide business and financial updates. 2025 First Quarter Business Highlights:…
Read MoreInmate arrested on contraband charge for drugs
Brandon Scott Acklin By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer An inmate was arrested Monday on a contraband charge following a drug test. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on May 2 deputies were called to the Sheriff’s Office because of two inmates testing positive for controlled substances after being given random drug tests. The…
Read MoreTallassee man dies in Tallapoosa County crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, has claimed the life of a Tallassee man. William D. Gantt, 21, was fatally injured when the 2007 Buell Blast motorcycle he was operating left the roadway and struck a tree. Gantt was pronounced deceased at the scene.…
Read MoreWeogufka traffic stop leads to drug-related arrest
Aaron Paul Turner By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Coosa County man was arrested earlier this month on a drug-related charge following a traffic stop. On the night of May 7, Deputy Brown conducted a traffic stop on County Road 29 in the Weogufka area. Upon obtaining and running the individual’s driver’s…
Read MoreMay 5-11, 2025
Jail population as of May 11: 25 inmates Males: 20 Females: 5 ARRESTS On May 5, Deputy Moeser arrested Connie Irene Hargrove, a citizen of Oxford, on the charges of Possession of Dangerous Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia 1st Offense. She was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $7,500 bond. On May 5,…
Read MoreJoin ALEA: “Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day” today, May 16
Special to the News On Wednesday the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency announced its support of “Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day,” which will be held on Friday, May 16, as part of a national safety awareness campaign. ALEA’s Marine Patrol Division is joining boating professionals and outdoor enthusiasts to heighten awareness of…
Read MoreGov. Ivey signs “Powering Growth” plan into law to secure energy dominance for future growth
Special to the News On Wednesday Gov. Kay Ivey signed into law comprehensive legislation designed to solidify Alabama’s energy dominance, accelerate economic development and address potential critical energy infrastructure supply chain vulnerabilities. The “Powering Growth” plan includes the establishment of the Alabama Energy Infrastructure Bank, a strategic plan to mitigate long lead times for…
Read MoreCentral High School announces Students of the Month
Twelfth grader Eli Thornton is the son of Celeste and Travis Thornton. Eli is a member of the Richville community and attends Providence Baptist Church. According to his teachers, Eli has good attendance and is always on time. He is willing to help his peers and has a great sense of humor. Upon graduation, Eli plans to join the U.S. Air Force. In the Air Force,…
Read MoreCampaigning 2026
A new Congress has just begun, and President Trump has just over 100 days in office, but the next campaign season is already in motion. Ready or not for 2026? Political advertisers certainly are. Not only did political ad spending top $12 billion recently (a new record), with total marketing estimates exceeding $18 billion (another record), but political ad buys are well…
Read MoreStorms may rage, but hope abounds
My mother-in-law fishing during her visit from Kentucky. My mother-in-law is visiting from Kentucky, which is a good thing. She also brought along her little dog, Ginger, who goes everywhere with her. Ginger is like the old American Express commercial with Karl Malden. Linda Lewis never leaves home without her. While at church on…
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