ALEA SBI launches death investigation in Chambers County
Special to the News On Wednesday, June 10, at approximately 1 p.m., special agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s State Bureau of Investigation launched a death investigation at the request of the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation began after deputies with the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office located two unresponsive individuals in the 1000…
Read MoreOutdoor Alabama Photo Contest exhibition opens in Montgomery July 6
Special to the News The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and the Alabama State Council on the Arts have partnered to present an upcoming photo exhibition at the Georgine Clarke Alabama Artists Gallery in downtown Montgomery, Alabama. The Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest Retrospective will feature nature and outdoor recreation images from…
Read MoreCommittee unanimously rules that Alabama’s senior U.S. senator is an Alabama resident
Special to the News ALGOP completed a formal hearing on Sunday and decided that Alabama’s senior U.S. senator has been a resident citizen of Alabama for more than seven years and is qualified to be the next governor. After being presented with more than 100 pages of written evidence proving Sen. Tuberville moved to Auburn in…
Read MoreJared Hudson issues statement on election results
Special to the News Family man, Navy SEAL and U.S. Senate candidate Jared Hudson released the following statement on Tuesday night’s U.S. Senate primary runoff results: “Every time I look at my beautiful family, I’m reminded that tough battles are always worth fighting. This battle did not go our way, but there will be…
Read MoreAlabama Republican Party rules that Tuberville fully meets residency requirements after formal hearing
Special to the News The Alabama Republican Party Chair Scott Stadthagen announced on Sunday that the ALGOP Candidate Committee has rejected a formal challenge of U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville’s gubernatorial candidacy based upon residency. The committee’s decision followed a thorough and impartial review of evidence and sworn testimony presented by opposing sides during an hours-long…
Read MoreUnion Square PSA
“Union Square News” is taking a break this week because of health issues. Please keep columnist Ruby Johnson in your prayers for a speedy recovery. We look forward to her returning when she is able.
Read MoreCES iReady Awards
Math Highest Score: K: Oakley Acklin 1: Liam Weeks 2: Laney Boothe 3: Dani Robinson 4: Raven Smith 5: Macy Bazzell 6: Brigston Bullard Math Most Growth: K: Billy Flores 1: Brandy Herron 2: Maddox Hill 3: Dani Robinson 4: Rolland James 5: Kameron Coleman 6: Braxton Curtis Reading Highest Growth: K: Henry Brekle…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
June 2-30 The Goodwater Public Library is kicking off its Summer Reading Program! Join the library in celebrating America’s 250th birthday during the Summer Reading Program every Tuesday in June – June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 – from 10 to 11 a.m. Goodwater Library is located at 62 Coosa County Road 66. For…
Read MoreHow to find inner peace
(Step one: Break three ribs) I’m pleased to report that, as far as we know, I’m not dead. I make this statement because a lot of messages have been arriving in my inbox asking questions like: “Why hasn’t Sean been writing lately?” And, “Where is the daily column?” And, “Is Sean dead? Did…
Read MoreAt the old country church
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 20 percent of America is “rural.” Most rural churches have bi-vocational pastors with other full-time employment. And some pastors serve multiple churches. A friend preached at three churches, one early, one late and the third at the full moon, or something like that (I never understood his complicated schedule.).…
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