Goodwater man killed in Coosa crash
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Goodwater man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday morning in the Stewartville community. The crash occurred at approximately 2:19 a.m. January 5, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Brian Austin Combest, 28 years old, was fatally injured when the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck…
Read MoreCES after school STEM program celebrates
Special to the News Shortly before Christmas break the Central Elementary School after school STEM program held a celebration with parents. Program director Shannon White said, “We are so proud of the number of parents who came to participate and work alongside their children to explore their creativity in making Christmas ornaments.” A significant…
Read MoreGov. Ivey issues state of emergency
As of press time, Coosa County is included in a “limited impact area” with winter driving conditions possible, and the county is under a winter weather advisory as of press time. Image courtesy of the U.S. National Weather Service. By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a…
Read MoreChamber of Commerce thanks school staff with luncheon
The Coosa County Chamber of Commerce provided a lunch catered by LeeBoys Barbecue for teachers and school staff to show appreciation for all they do. Pictured from left are Annie Lee and Felton Lee with LeeBoys Barbecue and Chamber of Commerce Board members Kathy Fulmer, Spencer Hardy and Elmore Unbehant. Photo submitted …
Read MoreAmbulance fee now in effect
Special to the News On January 2, Coosa County Licensing Administrator Rebecca Lewis sold the first vehicle tags and registrations for the new year. The ambulance fee Coosa Countians voted (March 2024) overwhelmingly to enact went into effect January 1, 2025. The first customer to purchase tags/registrations with the ambulance fee applied was Judge…
Read MoreSafe cars save lives: Know before you go
ALEA shares winter weather safety tips ahead of Arctic blast Special to the News As winter weather approaches, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, or ALEA, urges all citizens to prioritize their safety on the roads by taking essential steps to winterize their vehicles and practice safe driving techniques during adverse weather conditions. ALEA…
Read MoreCongratulations to Central High School seniors
We are pleased to announce that every Central High School senior who took the state-mandated Civics Exam, a requirement for all public school students in order to graduate, passed with an impressive school average score of 88%. All the seniors received a Certificate of Achievement to commemorate being one step closer to graduation. Pictured are some of the seniors with their certificates.
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Read MoreALEA responds to homicide investigation in Montgomery
Three suspects apprehended Special to the News On Tuesday, January 7, at approximately 12:30 p.m., troopers assigned to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division and Protective Services Division, special agents assigned to the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) and ALEA’s Aviation Unit all responded to assist the Montgomery Police Department…
Read MoreStay safe; extreme cold temperatures can lead to medical emergencies
Special to the News The Alabama Department of Public Health, or ADPH, urges the public to know the signs and symptoms of hypothermia and frostbite and take extra precautions during times of extremely cold weather such as those being experienced in the state this week. Hypothermia is a medical emergency that can lead to death.…
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