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Read MoreGod’s in control
Dear Editor, In response to the distinguished columnist from Union Square, I would say “God knows Donald Trump and wanted him to be the next president of the United States of America.” Your opinion was that you didn’t think Donald Trump and his followers knew God. Doesn’t the “Good Book” tell us in so many…
Read MoreOctober 28 – November 3, 2024
Jail population as of November 3: 35 inmates Males: 32 Females: 3 ARRESTS On October 28, Sergeant Rudd arrested James Anthony Newton, a citizen of Kellyton, on the charge of Harassment-Family. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $2,500 bond. On October 30, Investigator Ward arrested Brandon Scott Acklin,…
Read MoreCentral High School Pumpkin Contest winners announced
Students and staff recently voted by secret ballot on the pictures of the pumpkins submitted by students for the Pumpkin Contest. Congratulations to seventh and eighth grade first place winner Henley Stevens, second place winner Maryann Ward and third place winner Chloe Sizemore. Congratulations to tenth grade first place winner Jacob Stevens, second…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
November 10 The Weogufka Neighborhood Watch is sponsoring a Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, November 10, at 2 p.m. at the community’s Veterans Monument, located at 145 Memorial Loop, Weogufka, 35183. All are welcome to join us for this special time as we honor our veterans. November 18 The monthly Board meeting for the…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
November 15 Music Under the Stars will be held Friday, November 15, in the field across the street from Rockford Baptist Church on U.S. Highway 231. Gate opens at 5 p.m., and music begins at 6 p.m. Concessions will be available for a donation. Bring your own chair. Music by Promised Land, Justin Darwin, David…
Read MoreCongratulations to Central High School Teacher of the Month, Morris Phillips
Mr. Phillips teaches ninth grade geometry and tenth grade algebra at Central High School. This is Mr. Phillips’ nineteenth year in education and his first year at Central High School. Mr. Phillips said, “I really enjoy teaching at Central and look forward to having a great first year.” He added, “I am so happy to be here. I absolutely love being around the kids everyday. I look…
Read MoreOld Penton Place open house to be held Sunday afternoon
I am back from my business trip and so happy to be home. I had Rodger go with me because my business was in Arlington, Virginia, and his mother, grandfather and grandmother, and great-grandfather are buried in Arlington National Cemetery, and I thought it would be nice for him to get a chance to…
Read MoreGod pursues sinners to yield to Him
As a newspaper writer I use the word “apprehended” multiple times a week – usually in reference to law enforcement arresting a suspect. Many times, it is regarding someone who attempted to elude officers – be it on foot or in a vehicle. Those suspects are eventually apprehended – most of them, anyway. Those types…
Read MoreCentral High School celebrates Red Ribbon Week
This year’s slogan for Red Ribbon Week was “Life is a Movie.” Throughout the week students watched videos in conjunction with the Cougar Broadcasting Network morning newscasts about the importance of staying drug free. Students also completed Red Ribbon Week pledge cards, vowing to grow up safe, healthy and drug free. Submitted pledge cards were entered into…
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