Thank You
The family of the late Wilhelmina Hardy Riley wishes to express their sincere thanks and deep gratitude for all expressions of sympathy and acts of kindness shown during our time of bereavement. At this time, we would also like to thank the Behlehem Missionary Baptist Church Family for all their prayers and words of comfort.…
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February 5-April 9 Volunteer Connections of Central Alabama Inc., along with the Coosa County Extension Office and Coosa County Chamber of Commerce, are once again sponsoring a free tax assistance program. Certified and trained tax preparers will provide free tax assistance and electronic filing of federal and state income tax forms in Rockford for those…
Read MoreCougar cub name chosen; zoo birthday celebration set for Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
Juniper is an orphaned cougar cub from Montana who arrived at the Birmingham Zooin February. She will soon be joined by Spruce, a cougar cub from California. Special to the News Meet Juniper. With more than 5,700 votes cast, the female cougar cub at the Birmingham Zoo will now be called…
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Connie Lynn Atha Connie Lynn Atha, age 72, of Rockford, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Connie is survived by her husband, Francis Eugene Atha; her sons, Jason Eugene Atha and Jacob Tyler Atha; her daughter, Sherry Atha; her sister, Cora Miller; her grandchildren, Shay, Coleman, Cambell, Conner, Cason, Clayton, Caleb, and Grace;…
Read MoreBOE approves field trips, personnel, more
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Last Thursday’s meeting of the Board of Education saw the approval of field trips, a contract and policy, updated job description, and a few personnel matters. With Board President Tiffany McCain absent, Vice President Sharon Massie oversaw the meeting, with all other members present. The Board unanimously…
Read MoreMountain Brook man arrested for insurance fraud, more
Jeremy Dennis The Can-Am side-by-side that was recovered after allegedly being stolen. Photo courtesy of Coosa County Sheriff’s Office By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Mountain Brook man was arrested on fraud- and forgery-related charges on Tuesday after a months-long investigation stemming from January. On January 26, Jeremy Brad Dennis…
Read MoreCentral High School holds 36th annual Miss Centroid pageant
Jr. Miss Centroid contestants Miss Centroid contestants Special to the News Central High School Coosa County celebrated a 36-year tradition this past Saturday with its Miss Centroid pageant. Congratulations to our Jr. Miss contestants, pictured from left, Jr. Miss Photogenic, A’maiya Jackson; Jr. Miss Congeniality, Nevaeh Smith; Jr. Miss Centroid 2025, Kalicia Davis; Jr. Miss Photogenic, Anna Grace Trussell; and Jr. Miss Centroid Runner-Up and People’s Choice, Chloe Sizemore. Congratulations to…
Read MoreVFD nonagenarian celebrates birthday
Johnnie White recently celebrated his ninetieth birthday. He is Stewartville Volunteer Fire Department’s oldest member, and they were happy to celebrate and recognize him on this milestone. Happy birthday, Johnnie, and thank you for your service to our community and county!
Read MoreSheriff’s Office makes indictment, other arrests
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Sheriff’s Office has made two indictment-related felony arrests and one probation violation arrest for the month of March. On March 4, 48-year-old Jason Bret Colburn of Florida was arrested for probation violation. On March 13, 27-year-old Justin Dale Ward of Eclectic was picked up from the Elmore…
Read MoreChamber of Commerce launches new website to support local businesses, community growth
Special to the News The Coosa County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of its new website, designed to educate the public about the Chamber’s mission and offer valuable resources for both businesses and the community. The new website goes live today, March 28. The website’s primary purpose is to inform the public about the Chamber’s role in…
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