Heflin man dies in Cleburne County
Special to the News A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 8:34 a.m. Friday, June 28, has claimed the life of a Heflin man. Bryan D. Collins, 63, was fatally injured when the 2007 Ford Ranger he was driving collided with the 2023 Freightliner tractor trailer driven by Terry H. Ray, 65, of Cusseta. Collins was…
Read MoreCentral drum major earns Most Improved Drum Major Award at Spirit Camp
Special to the News Corrie Haynes will once again serve as the drum major for the Pride of Coosa County band for the upcoming 2024 marching band season. For the second year in a row, Corrie attended Spirit Camp at Jacksonville State University to hone her skills. Although most of Corrie’s time was spent learning in classes, attendees also had the opportunity to enjoy…
Read MoreBuzzy’s Note
To my dear fans I miss, and appreciate, my special fans! I am supposed to be a positive role for our community, but I fell asleep on that. Love, Buzzy
Read MoreEquality VFD monthly fundraiser tomorrow
Summer heat! I know a lot of folks didn’t like the deep freeze we had, but at least I could throw a sweater on and another log on the fire. But then again, either this heat or winter freeze I can’t work outdoors either! So my garden is pretty much kaput, and I’m just…
Read MoreRachel McVey graduates from Valdosta State University
Special to the News Rachel McVey of Goodwater has earned the bachelor of science in criminal justice degree from Valdosta State University. More than 1,000 students completed their degree requirements at VSU during Spring Semester 2024 and graduated during the university’s 237th commencement weekend. Established in 1906, Valdosta State University is a premier…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
July 28 Unity Presbyterian Church, PCA, would like to invite everyone to join us for Homecoming on Sunday, July 28. Sunday School is held at 9:45 a.m. and church at 11 a.m., followed with a covered dish lunch. Rev. Wright Draper of Southeast Alabama Presbytery and Eastwood PCA church in Montgomery and attends Westminister Seminary…
Read MoreBecoming an Outdoors-Woman registration opens August 1
BOW shotgun class. Photo submitted Special to the News Registration for the fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) workshop opens on August 1 at 7 a.m. for first-time attendees and August 7 at 7 a.m. for both first-timers and those who have previously attended. The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) sponsored…
Read MoreFox bites Atmore resident; precautions advised as fox confirmed as positive for rabies
Special to the News An older Atmore resident was returning from grocery shopping and unloading her vehicle. While holding a loaf of bread in hand, seemingly from out of nowhere, she was attacked and bitten by a fox. The fox was taken to the Alabama Department of Public Health Bureau of Clinical Laboratories where it…
Read MoreForestry Commission urges safety during Fourth of July celebrations
The recent Drought Monitor shows much of Alabama, including Coosa County, classified as abnormally dry or “moderate drought.” Special to the News Picnics, barbecues and outdoor fun are an important part of Independence Day celebrations for many Alabama families. However, for those who plan to celebrate with cookouts and fireworks, the Alabama Forestry Commission…
Read MoreJune 24-30, 2024
Jail population as of June 30: 30 inmates Males: 25 Females: 5 ARRESTS On June 24, Deputy Shane Payton arrested Constance Danielle Gamble, a citizen of Alexander City, on the charge of Negotiating a Worthless Negotiable Instrument. She was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $1,500 bond. On June 24, Deputy…
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