Experiencing much grief, loss this year
Many things are learned from life, death and politics – the good, the bad and the ugly. I have lived to see it. Since July I have lost 14 loved ones by death, starting with my dear friend Cynthia Burton in July. Today, December 20, is her birthday. Happy birthday, my friend. We miss…
Read MoreAttorneys announce opening of new law firm, Jennings & Earley PLLC
Firm to represent voice of the people facing powerful corporations Jason Earley, left, and Chris Jennings announce the opening of Jennings & Earley PLLC., a new law firm with offices in Alabama and Arkansas. Special to the News Attorneys Chris Jennings and Jason Earley announce the opening of Jennings & Earley PLLC, a plaintiffs-oriented law firm founded with the mission of providing…
Read MoreWonderful Christmas festivities
Oh, I love a parade. Even if it only lasted 18 minutes, the point is that we were able to share the joy within the community. This is how Christmas memories are made. Thanks to all who participated. And the daytime festival was special, too. Many vendors, and I hope enough shoppers to make…
Read MoreSecretary of State Allen convenes meeting of 9 electors to cast votes for Trump
Special to the News Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen convened the Meeting of the Electors for the 2024 General Election, where nine electors cast their votes for Donald Trump for president and JD Vance for vice president. “It is a privilege to be tasked with convening the Meeting of the Electors under…
Read MoreGod’s power is unfathomable
Sometimes we forget the sovereignty of God and that His power is unfathomable. Many have stood in awe at how God answered their prayer. One such occasion involved the early church after James had been killed by the sword and Herod took Peter. The church prayed non-stop for Peter. God answered through a miraculous deliverance…
Read MoreObituaries
Carrie Tuck A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Carrie Tuck was helf Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Wright’s Funeral Home Chapel in Alexander City with Pastor Kenny Jackson serving as eulogist. Interment followed at Elam #2 Baptist Church Cemetery in Kellyton. Mrs. Carrie (Brown) Tuck, better known to family and friends as “Carrie B,”…
Read MoreChanges to make going into next year
Can you believe Christmas will be next week? Where has this year gone? Since there won’t be an edition of the newspaper next week, I’m going to try to spend next week remembering some of the highlights of this past year. I do know that many of my priorities have changed this year, and…
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Read MoreAlabama Day, 205th birthday
205 years ago, our great state was admitted as the 22nd state in the United States. On this 205th birthday, also called “Alabama Day,” I wanted to take time to brag on a few highlights of Alabama’s 205 years. On December 14, 1819, Alabama was officially named a state during a constitutional convention held to organize…
Read MoreHolidays sneaked up on us
My goodness, Christmas is just around the corner and the new year is fast approaching. I am normally very excited about the holidays that come at this time of year. However, this year for some reason it has been difficult for me to get in the holiday spirit. The holidays seemed to “just be…
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