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June 2-30 The Goodwater Public Library is kicking off its Summer Reading Program! Join the library in celebrating America’s 250th birthday during the Summer Reading Program every Tuesday in June – June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 – from 10 to 11 a.m. Goodwater Library is located at 62 Coosa County Road 66. For…
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Fly me to the moon
I met a certain politician years ago. I observed that he studied name tags in the room and immediately called people by name. He made it to lieutenant governor in his state, so I’m sure this helped. Since then, I’ve tried to do this, too. It’s been said the sweetest words we can speak…
Read MoreJune 1-7, 2026
Jail population as of June 7: 29 inmates Males: 23 Females: 6 ARRESTS On June 1, Deputy Hubbard arrested Torri Jamichael Wells, a citizen of Birmingham, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $500 bond. On June 1, Deputy Payton arrested Tommy…
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Donald G. Lamoureux Graveside service for Mr. Donald G. Lamoureux, 82, of Kellyton, was Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Hillview Memorial Park. Randy Anderson officiated. Honors were provided by the Alexander City Veteran’s Honor Guard. Donald George Lamoureux, age 82, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at his residence, leaving behind a…
Read MoreGov. Ivey encourages Alabama families to open a Trump Account
Celebrate America’s 250th by helping your child “Jumpstart the American Dream” Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey is encouraging Alabama families to participate in Trump Accounts to help their children build long-term financial security. Launching on July 4, 2026, Trump Accounts are tax-advantaged investment accounts for U.S. citizens under 18. “As we prepare to celebrate…
Read MoreEnd of year Academic Program Student Recognition
Teacher Grade/Subject Outstanding Student /Highest Average Most Improved Student Hunter 7/8th Alona Shehan Nina Lukes Devin Shutes Alfredo Ocana Stover 9th World History Caiden Gaddis LaBroadus Mitchell Stover 12th Gov/Econ Shelemiah Kelly NA 12th Adv Gov/Econ Cheyenne Wright NA Mrs. White Physics Seniors Kiealya Canada Mrs. White Physis Juniors Jacob Stevens Zaccai Lauderdale Mrs. White…
Read MoreMcFeeters calls on Alabama Republican leadership to stop charade, allow a fair hearing
Special to the News Ken McFeeters, candidate for governor of Alabama, released the following in regards to the final hearing scheduled by the Alabama Republican Party on Sunday, June 14, for his primary election challenge against gubernatorial candidate Tommy Tuberville: I filed this challenge because the Alabama Constitution requires that a candidate for Governor be…
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iReady Highest.Most Improved Score Q4.2026 Highest Score in 7th grade Reading: Eason Hamilton Most Improved Score in 7th grade Reading: Hannah Morales Highest Score in 7th grade Math: Eason Hamilton Most Improved Score in 7th grade Math: Keaton Wallace —————————————————————————— Highest Score in 8th grade Reading: Malachi Quintanilla Most Improved Score in 8th grade Reading: …
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