Two killed in Coosa County crash
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A second fatal crash in Coosa County south of Rockford within a week has claimed two lives and left one injured. A two-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 5 p.m. Saturday, January 18, on U.S. Highway 231 near the 181-mile marker, approximately six miles south of Rockford. This crash…
Read MoreTwo arrested for marijuana following vehicle pursuit
Christopher Shane Murray Amanda Kaylan Lynn By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A man and woman were arrested late last month for marijuana, with the man facing additional charges, following a vehicle pursuit. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on December 20, Deputy Dawson responded to a call on Alabama Highway 9…
Read MoreThree arrested for Kellyton area burglary, more
Timothy John Bolan Michelle Lynn Nelson Robert Lee Atkinson II By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A burglary call resulted in three arrests, each facing four charges, including individuals from Coosa County and one from Tallapoosa County. On December 26, Deputy Payton responded to a call in the Kellyton area for…
Read MoreDuke men arrested for Marble Valley assault
Brian Shawn Duke Brantley Shawn Duke By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Two men of the Marble Valley community in northwest Coosa County were arrested last Monday on assault charges following a report in the same community. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on January 13, the Sheriff’s Office received a call…
Read MoreMcElrath sworn in as new constable
On January 17, Anthony W. McElrath was sworn in as a newly elected constable, serving Precinct 404. His continuation of service ranges from military, local municipality and now constable of Coosa County. His wife, Bertha K. McElrath, held the Bible while Judge of Probate Richard Dean administered the oath of office. Photo submitted
Read MoreObituaries
Donald “Bull” H. Bullard Donald “Bull” H. Bullard, age 76, of Weogufka, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Bull is survived by his son, Donald B. “Barry” Bullard; sister, Mary “Susie” Hughes; great-grandson, Noah Rowan; and a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Bull was preceded in death by his wife of 42…
Read MoreTitus man arrested for methamphetamine
Robert Allen Hannon By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A routine traffic stop led to the arrest of a Titus man on meth-related charges late last month. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that while on routine patrol on December 30, Deputy Payton saw a vehicle traveling on the highway with its headlights out.…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
January 27 The monthly meeting of the Coosa County Soil and Water Conservation District will be on Monday, January 27, at 10 a.m. at the District Office located at 226 Coosa County Road 157 in Hanover. January 30 The Coosa County Democratic Party will host a meeting Thursday, January 30, at 6 p.m. at the Goodwater…
Read MoreOpEd: You get what you vote for: A response
You may not know me, but in many ways, you do. For more than a decade, I have been the unseen artist crafting the layout and design of “The Coosa County News” each week. Though I reside outside Coosa County, my heart has been with your community – cheering for Central’s sports teams, mourning communal…
Read MoreHappy birthday!
We wish a very happy birthday to our dear friend and loved one, Maggie, on Sunday, January 26! We hope that your day is truly blessed, as you are a blessing to so many. Happiest of birthdays, Maggie! God bless you! With love, Christine and your friends
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