ALEA reminds citizens to buckle up: Every trip, every time
Thanksgiving enforcement details began Saturday, Nov. 23 Special to the News The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is working with multiple local law enforcement agencies across the state to make sure everyone stays safe on the roads throughout the week of Thanksgiving. Whether driving cross country or just across town to celebrate the…
Read MoreNeighborhood Watch to meet Thursday
The dictionary says a community is a unified body of individuals, such as people with common interests living in a particular area. And the dictionary says a neighbor is one living or located near another. But does your neighbor feel like your community? I mean do you feel or have any common interest with…
Read MoreNovember 18-24, 2024
Jail population as of November 24: 33 inmates Males: 27 Females: 6 ARRESTS On November 19, Deputy Payton arrested Dylan Jakob Hay, a citizen of Sylacauga, on the charge of Violating a Release Order. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with no bond. On November 20, Investigator Ward arrested Hannah Marie…
Read MoreRichville VFD, Neighborhood Watch events next Saturday
Last column for November! Wow, this year is almost gone. Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I had my family Thanksgiving on Sunday before, continuing Mama’s tradition. This is a busy weekend for me every year, but I wouldn’t change it for anything. So, last Sunday was my Thanksgiving. On Thanksgiving Day, I usually…
Read MoreAG Marshall, Gov. Ivey statements on execution of convicted murderer Carey Grayson
Special to the News Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issued the following statement last Thursday night after the execution of Carey Dale Grayson at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore: “Alabama has successfully used nitrogen hypoxia to carry out Carey Grayson’s execution. He was convicted and unanimously sentenced to death for the…
Read MoreVeterans
Monthly column by U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville Our nation’s veterans deserve to be celebrated every day. They have bravely put their lives on the line so that Americans can walk freely. In November we celebrate numerous veteran-related holidays: The Marine Corps’ Birthday, National Veteran Small Business Week and Veterans Day, to name a…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
November 30 Iron Bowl Bingo Night at Bibb Graves Community Center in Millerville, will be held Saturday, November 30, beginning at about 5 p.m. Wear your team colors! Prizes for the best outfit and best team spirit. Bingo cards are 50 cents each. Food will be available. December 7 The Kellyton Christmas Celebration, a FREE event,…
Read MoreAlabama GOP sees significant gains with minority voters in 2024 election
Special to the News In addition to picking up 40 seats across the state, the Alabama Republican Party continued to see increased support from minority voters – highlighted by significant gains – during the 2024 general election. These gains were particularly noteworthy in rural areas, where the GOP flipped three seats in districts with…
Read MorePrayers of North Alabama
On Highway 67, atop Priceville Mountain, stands the Cross of North Alabama. The 121-foot cross stands proudly in a flawless blue sky, overlooking a rural Morgan County. The base of the enormous cross is peppered in Post-It notes. All sizes, all colors. Flapping in the autumn breeze. These notes are prayers from those who…
Read MoreRight to our own opinions on things
Each one of us is an individual with the right to our own opinions on things. We are not required to agree with each other, but we are encouraged to accept people for who they are. We are not required to like each other, but we are encouraged to not mistreat each other. In…
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