Fire Danger Advisory rescinded for all counties
Special to the News With the recent rainfall across the state, lower temperatures and higher humidity – especially good overnight recovery (humidities of 60% or greater) – the chance of significant wildfire potential has decreased. Although Alabama remains in drought conditions for the foreseeable future, surface fuels that are the primary carrier of wildfire…
Read MoreGrateful for Veterans Day programs, events
Personally chosen veterans are honored each year as part of the “Quilts of Valor” program at Rockford’s Veterans Day luncheon. The Weogufka Neighborhood Watch holds an annual ceremony for Veterans Day at the monument located at Memorial Loop. I enjoyed the front-page article last week regarding the Veterans Day program at our…
Read MoreTwo Alabama congressmen hold powerful roles in upcoming session
With all of the national election results finally in, Republicans will now control the presidency and have majorities in both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. Most of the talk has been about Donald Tump returning to the White House and the leadership changes in the U.S. Senate. With Republicans taking over the…
Read MoreObituaries
Bobby Gene Mann Sr. Bobby Gene Mann Sr., born February 29, 1948, peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Bobby lived a life marked by faith, devotion, and service, leaving a legacy of love and dedication that will be cherished by all who knew him. Bobby was preceded…
Read MoreClassifieds and Legals
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Read MoreThe 85th day of August
A few years ago I arrived at a football game early while the workers were still setting up the concession stand on the visitor side. It was at Carbon Hill, Alabama. As I was walking by the concession stand I was just making conversation and asked the lady how she was doing. She said,…
Read MoreHere’s what seniors need to know about changes to Medicare Part D
By Kenneth Thorpe Congress recently made a number of changes to Medicare’s “Part D” prescription drug benefit. The changes were part of President Joe Biden’s signature legislation, the Inflation Reduction Act. The legislation was intended to make it easier for seniors to afford their medicines. Some of the changes will indeed help seniors. But other…
Read MoreFocus on gratefulness, blessings
Thanksgiving is approaching, and I know many are preparing for a feast and their focus is on their turkey and sides. My focus is on my family and life and gratefulness for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I know that sounds cliché, but it is so true, and we should never take…
Read MoreAG Marshall announces Court of Criminal Appeals upholds capital murder, attempted murder convictions in Jefferson County
Special to the News Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the convictions of Alfreda Janapril Fluker, 44, of Birmingham, for capital murder and attempted murder. Fluker was convicted in the Jefferson County Circuit Court on February 6, 2023. The evidence at trial showed that on the night of April 10,…
Read MoreWestwater Resources announces third quarter 2024 updates
Company reports 10% reduction in estimated construction costs of Kellyton Graphite Plant Special to the News Westwater Resources Inc., an energy technology and battery-grade natural graphite development company, is pleased to announce its updates for the third quarter ended September 30. 2024 Third Quarter Highlights: During the third quarter, Westwater continued to evaluate its…
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