Alabama should look to Louisiana’s major tax reform package to benefit state citizens
There has been talk about tax reform in Alabama through the years. While there has been work around the edges, it is not what a lot of politicians have promised. However, one of our neighbors has tackled it head on. Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry called the state legislature into special session this past November. The…
Read MoreCentral JAG students bring home first, second place trophies at state competition
Central’s Jobs for Alabama Graduates (JAG) students went to state competition this week after progressing from the district competition earlier in the year. The JAG students competed in four categories: Employability Skills, Creative Decision Making, Financial Literacy, and Prepared Speaking. Central High School junior, Katie Meeks, won first place in the state for Prepared Speaking. Katie’s prompt was, “How has…
Read MoreLive music with Sydny Sikes tonight at Coosa Live
I have never had so many up in my business like I have had in Coosa County being as free as it is. I have homeowners’ insurance who wanted pictures of all sides of the house and property and now are wanting me to paint my house, put up handrails on a back porch…
Read MoreIt’s time to follow the red letters
Dear Editor, in my humble and loving opinion, This will be my final opinion piece for a while. I’ve decided to step back and reflect on how we, as a community, engage with one another. It seems like we as Americans have become quick to label one another in ways that deepen division instead of fostering…
Read MorePride of Coosa County band enjoys Alabama Symphony Orchestra
The Pride of Coosa County band attended the Alabama Symphony Orchestra (ASO) at the University of Alabama, Birmingham, Alys Stephens Center. These Coffee Concerts enable middle and high school students to enjoy a mini version of the ASO’s Masterworks Concerts. The symphony featured world-renowned soloists, movie music and symphonies by great composers such as Tchaikovsky, Mahler and Brahms. The Pride of Coosa County band director, Daryl Ingram, said, “They had…
Read MoreEF0 tornado crosses Weogufka, causes minor damage
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Following a round of severe thunderstorms in the early morning hours Sunday, it has been determined that a tornado crossed through Weogufka, causing minor damage. The National Weather Service sent survey crews into the field in various counties to gauge possible tornado activity. On Tuesday afternoon, the…
Read MoreGov. Ivey reminds Alabamians to take part in annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday
Special to the News Yesterday Gov. Kay Ivey reminded Alabamians about the upcoming Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. It began at 12:01 a.m. today, February 21, and concludes at midnight on Sunday, February 23. “This time of year, you never know what Alabama’s weather will bring. We’ve already seen tornadoes and…
Read MoreIntroducing Central High School’s inaugural golf team
Special to the News Central High School Coosa County’s inaugural golf team started competition this week. Members of the school’s first golf team, pictured from left, are Jacob Stevens, Torrance Kelley, Eli Self, Ethan Cosby, and Tanner Hill in the back row and Kelsey Sizemore, Traci Cox, and Heidi Philiips in the front…
Read MoreCHS seniors learn to make smart economics choices
Dylan Calhoun tastes generic and name brand salts. Photo submitted Eli Thornton taste tests Coke and Pepsi. Photo submitted Special to the News On campus twelfth grade economics students participated in a demonstration to compare the market structures of different products. Dylan Calhoun taste tested a generic and name brand salt, which are perfect competitors. Eli Thornton taste tested Coke and Pepsi to see if he…
Read MoreCentral Elementary holds inaugural Math Family Night
Special to the News Central Elementary’s first Math Night was a huge success. This year’s theme was “For the Love of Math,” centered around the Valentine’s Day holiday. The event inspired a love of math for students and parents, as teachers showed families how to have fun playing math games. Attendees also enjoyed math-related snacks and of course taking pictures to commemorate the event. Thank you to all the…
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