Rockford approves sidewalk repair
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Town of Rockford is continuing to look to make improvements, moving forward with a sidewalk repair project and getting quotes for some improvements to the town park. During the Town Council meeting last Tuesday evening, Mayor Scott White reported that the town had received two quotes for…
Read MoreSeniors re-enact Marbury v. Madison case
Twelfth graders who take government at the Central campus re-enacted the landmark Supreme Court case, Marbury v. Madison, which was decided in 1803. Although they had read about the case in their textbook, it is a somewhat complicated case, and the re-enactment helps the students understand how it unfolded and the implications of the court’s decision. In deciding Marbury v. Madison, the Supreme Court gave…
Read MoreConstables, write-in voting process explained
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Following another election cycle and a longer wait for certifying official election results, Judge of Probate Richard Dean has taken time to explain the write-in process for voting and the constable votes in detail. Considering the extra time and resources that went into this election, Dean encourages everyone…
Read MoreAlabama State Canvassing Board certifies 2024 general election results
Special to the News The 2024 general election results have been certified by the Alabama State Canvassing Board. The canvassing board consists of Gov. Kay Ivey, Secretary of State Wes Allen and Attorney General Steve Marshall. “On November 5, Alabamians cast 2,265,090 ballots for president in a fair, secure and transparent election,” Secretary Allen said.…
Read MoreSylacauga couple killed in Coosa County crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9 a.m. Monday, November 25, has claimed two lives. The driver; William Mathews, 65, of Sylacauga; and Annette R. Mathews, 64, also of Sylacauga, were both fatally injured when the 2006 Ford F750 dump truck they were in overturned, left the roadway, then…
Read MoreALEA reminds citizens to buckle up: Every trip, every time
Thanksgiving enforcement details began Saturday, Nov. 23 Special to the News The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is working with multiple local law enforcement agencies across the state to make sure everyone stays safe on the roads throughout the week of Thanksgiving. Whether driving cross country or just across town to celebrate the…
Read MoreNeighborhood Watch to meet Thursday
The dictionary says a community is a unified body of individuals, such as people with common interests living in a particular area. And the dictionary says a neighbor is one living or located near another. But does your neighbor feel like your community? I mean do you feel or have any common interest with…
Read MoreNovember 18-24, 2024
Jail population as of November 24: 33 inmates Males: 27 Females: 6 ARRESTS On November 19, Deputy Payton arrested Dylan Jakob Hay, a citizen of Sylacauga, on the charge of Violating a Release Order. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with no bond. On November 20, Investigator Ward arrested Hannah Marie…
Read MoreRichville VFD, Neighborhood Watch events next Saturday
Last column for November! Wow, this year is almost gone. Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I had my family Thanksgiving on Sunday before, continuing Mama’s tradition. This is a busy weekend for me every year, but I wouldn’t change it for anything. So, last Sunday was my Thanksgiving. On Thanksgiving Day, I usually…
Read MoreAG Marshall, Gov. Ivey statements on execution of convicted murderer Carey Grayson
Special to the News Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issued the following statement last Thursday night after the execution of Carey Dale Grayson at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore: “Alabama has successfully used nitrogen hypoxia to carry out Carey Grayson’s execution. He was convicted and unanimously sentenced to death for the…
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