A fair fight
Special to the News Submitted by Ken McFeeters When I was in high school, we had a coach named Coach Finley. He was such a great man that after he passed away, they named the football stadium after him. Coach Finley understood what a fair fight was and how it shaped young men. If…
Read MoreWFF asks public for assistance with wild turkey brood survey
By David Rainer Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources For the first time, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division is asking the public to participate in the annual wild turkey brood survey, which started on June 1 and ends on August…
Read MoreSmall actions can make a big difference for pollinators
By Mary Wilson Alabama Extension News Pollinators, such as insects, birds and bats, play a big role in our food system. Through pollinating plants and crops, they are responsible for one out of every three bites of food people eat. National Pollinator Week, which runs June 22 to 28, aims to…
Read MoreGov. Ivey announces 130 new jobs as Vulcaflex selects Auburn for U.S. expansion
Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that Vulcaflex S.p.A, an Italian manufacturer of synthetic leathers used in the automotive industry, is opening its first U.S. facility in Auburn. The almost $70 million investment will create 130 jobs. “Alabama is pleased to welcome Vulcaflex to its new North American home in…
Read MoreExercise your right in selecting your leaders: Vote
America will be 250 years old next month. America has grown tremendously in its short 250 years, and we should all be proud to be an American. Our founding fathers, although not perfect, laid the perfect foundation for our great United States of America with the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and…
Read MoreAlabama’s copperhead and cottonmouth: What to know about these venomous snakes
By Catherine Jackson Alabama Extension News Alabama is home to a variety of snakes, including six venomous species. The copperhead and cottonmouth are the most encountered of the venomous snake species throughout the state. Understanding their differences, similarities and behaviors can help residents appreciate the vital roles these snakes play in the ecosystem. “Copperheads…
Read MoreResults: ALGOP announces primary runoff election winners
Special to the News The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) congratulates the following candidates who emerged victorious in Tuesday’s Republican Primary Runoff Election. U.S. Senate — Barry Moore Lt. governor — John Wahl Attorney general — Katherine Robertson Commissioner of Agriculture & Industries — Corey Hill Public Service Commission, Place 2 — Jim Zig Zeigler The runoff results mark another…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
June 27 Friendship Community Church is hosting a dedication for its new pavilion and playground on Saturday, June 27, at 12:30 p.m. There will be a meal and family day to follow. The church is located on Highway 259 in the Fishpond community at what was formerly Friendship United Methodist Church. All are welcome to…
Read MoreCES May 2026 AR awards
Students who met the AR goal for the year 6th grade 100 points with 80% accuracy Brown: Alanah Solis 5th grade 80 points with 80% accuracy Hicks: Evianna White McKinney: Emanuel Cortez Newsome: Raelynn Adams 3rd grade 50 points with 80% accuracy Compher: Nathan Bivin Jace Childress Kylie Coleman Zayra Garcia Cruz Quindarran…
Read MoreTouch of the Master’s hand
Sometimes we don’t realize the potential and value that God sees in others and in us. Our profitableness hinges on submission to God’s Word. When we come to God, our stock immediately rises in value, so to speak. In and of ourselves, we are of little value. But God can change that in a…
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