ADOC interdiction efforts disrupt contraband smuggling attempt
Special to the News On April 18, at approximately 1 a.m., the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) successfully disrupted a coordinated contraband smuggling attempt at Fountain Correctional Facility through a multi-layered, intelligence-driven interdiction effort. A trespasser at Fountain Correctional Facility triggered a coordinated response involving facility staff, specialized units and external law enforcement partners.…
Read MoreApril 13-19, 2026
Jail population as of April 19: 30 inmates Males: 24 Females: 6 ARRESTS On April 14, Deputy Kelley arrested Brodie Jackson of Oneonta on the charge of Attempting to Elude a Police Officer and Reckless Endangerment. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $17,500 bond. On April 16, Deputy Kelley arrested…
Read MoreThe problem with fear
I woke up thinking about you. There I was, at 4:41 a.m., sitting in my living room, wondering about you. I heard the doctor gave you bad news. And I couldn’t help but imagine how afraid you must be. Fear is a curse. A primal heirloom, passed down through our DNA. A gift from…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
Weekly Unity Fellowship Church; located at 8780 Coosa County Road 56, Weogufka, 35183; is having Bible Study each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the church with a meal provided. If you would please contact Martha Mooney at 205-249-0472 or Pat Green Gaither at 256-391-7353 to confirm each Wednesday of any cancellation.…
Read MoreCLassifieds and legals
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Read MorePlatform failures
We grew up as high school friends, and he became a music leader for church congregations. He told me the most embarrassing day was when he mounted the steps to the platform to begin worship, tripped and fell headlong onto the floor. Fortunately, he wasn’t hurt, but there are better ways to begin worship. I…
Read MoreObituaries
Glenda Gail Hooks Funeral service for Mrs. Glenda Gail Hooks, 61, of Alexander City, was Friday, April 17, 2026, at Hillview Memorial Park. Mrs. Glenda Gail Hooks passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Russell Medical, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to her family and friends. Glenda was born…
Read MoreGov. Ivey signs bill to provide tax relief to hardworking Alabamians
Special to the News Last Thursday Gov. Kay Ivey signed House Bill 527 into law. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. James Lomax and Sen. Arthur Orr, provides an income tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation, up to $1,000. HB527 also suspends the state’s portion of the grocery tax for two months beginning in…
Read MoreNorthrop withdraws from PSC race
Special to the News Submitted by John Northrop Thanks to the new Public Service Commission law passed late in the legislative session, I’ve decided to withdraw from the Democratic race for the Place 1 nomination. The law has changed the PSC’s function, authority, size, and the term length of commissioners. The new job is not…
Read MoreAG Marshall announces $12.2 million settlement with Roblox to ensure child safety
Special to the News On Tuesday Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the state has reached a substantial settlement with the popular interactive gaming platform Roblox, securing meaningful improvements to online child safety and boots-on-the ground resources for Alabama’s schoolchildren. Under the settlement terms, Alabama will receive $12.2 million to be used for funding school resource officers across…
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