‘Tis the season to be good
The lunch lady noticed him, sitting in the corner. He always ate by himself in the cafeteria. He never interacted with the other students. There were holes in his shoes. The older woman approached his table. She knew her presence embarrassed him. She knew he didn’t want the attention. But hey, sometimes you just…
Read MoreDecember 9-15, 2024
Jail population as of December 15: 33 inmates Males: 28 Females: 5 ARRESTS On December 9, Deputy Moeser arrested Christopher Carlton Strawbridge, a citizen of Goodwater, on the charge of Probation Violation. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with no bond. On December 9, Deputy Dawson arrested Heather Amanda Poppell, a…
Read MoreResponsible pet ownership; Coosa Live hosts karaoke tonight
Let’s talk about pets. Many of my readers know of my trials with a neighbor’s pit bull that would enter my property and kill my livestock. I am also a dog lover, so dispatching a neighbor’s dog was going to be our last result, and I attempted to speak to the neighbor and the…
Read MoreSeniors enjoy annual Escape Room game to prepare for state-mandated Civics Exam
Just before Christmas break teams of seniors competed in the Break-Out of Central High School Escape Room game. The game, which is a mix of an Escape Room game and an Amazing Race game, was created by Central’s government teacher to help students review for the state-mandated Civics Exam that every senior in Alabama’s public schools must pass in order to graduate. Teams…
Read MoreUpcoming year in 2025 will start long election cycle for Alabama voters
With the 2024 presidential election behind us, voters are giving a sigh of relief that they will have a break after a marathon election process. As we look back at the past year, national politics sucked up all of the air. The presidential election made all of the headlines, and it was a forgone…
Read MoreExperiencing much grief, loss this year
Many things are learned from life, death and politics – the good, the bad and the ugly. I have lived to see it. Since July I have lost 14 loved ones by death, starting with my dear friend Cynthia Burton in July. Today, December 20, is her birthday. Happy birthday, my friend. We miss…
Read MoreAttorneys announce opening of new law firm, Jennings & Earley PLLC
Firm to represent voice of the people facing powerful corporations Jason Earley, left, and Chris Jennings announce the opening of Jennings & Earley PLLC., a new law firm with offices in Alabama and Arkansas. Special to the News Attorneys Chris Jennings and Jason Earley announce the opening of Jennings & Earley PLLC, a plaintiffs-oriented law firm founded with the mission of providing…
Read MoreWonderful Christmas festivities
Oh, I love a parade. Even if it only lasted 18 minutes, the point is that we were able to share the joy within the community. This is how Christmas memories are made. Thanks to all who participated. And the daytime festival was special, too. Many vendors, and I hope enough shoppers to make…
Read MoreSecretary of State Allen convenes meeting of 9 electors to cast votes for Trump
Special to the News Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen convened the Meeting of the Electors for the 2024 General Election, where nine electors cast their votes for Donald Trump for president and JD Vance for vice president. “It is a privilege to be tasked with convening the Meeting of the Electors under…
Read MoreGod’s power is unfathomable
Sometimes we forget the sovereignty of God and that His power is unfathomable. Many have stood in awe at how God answered their prayer. One such occasion involved the early church after James had been killed by the sword and Herod took Peter. The church prayed non-stop for Peter. God answered through a miraculous deliverance…
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