Church Briefs
October 18-19 A yard sale to benefit Manna Ministries will be held Friday and Saturday, October 18-19, at the Family Life Center of Rockford Baptist Church. The yard sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Come see what treasures you can find! October 21…
Read MoreCorrection
In the certificate presentation photo featured in the Grimes Chapel one hundredth anniversary article in last week’s edition, the wrong cutline was utilized for the photo used. The correct cutline should have read, “Joyce Peters with the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission presents Grimes Chapel Pastor Jeff Chick with a certificate honoring the church’s…
Read MoreGrimes Chapel celebrates 100th anniversary, homecoming
Rosie Bryant, left, and Kitty Adams are recognized as the oldest church members of Grimes Chapel Baptist Church, honored for their longevity of service. Photo submitted Grimes Chapel’s oldest church members, Rosie Bryant and Kitty Adams, are accompanied by their sons, Mac Adams and Harold Bryant. Pictured from left are Harold Bryant, Rosie…
Read MoreNewspaper wins first place award
“The Coosa County News” was awarded first place in its division for best news feature story coverage for “Broken dreams: A tornado survivor’s story” by Christa Jennings. Staff report For the first time in at least 20 years, “The Coosa County News” entered the Alabama Press Association’s annual awards, and it won…
Read MoreFirst Extension Open House honors local residents, artists
Sharonna Hayes with the Goodwater Youth and Recreational Center is recognized as a Citizen of the Year in appreciation for her service to the community and residents. Photo submitted A variety of subjects was featured at the open house, showcasing the talents of local artists. Photo submitted Coosa residents Spencer Hardy, left,…
Read MoreAccordia Health launches school-based mental health services for Coosa County schools
Special to the News Accordia Health is proud to announce the launch of its new school-based mental health services using telehealth, specifically designed for students in the Coosa County School District. This initiative aims to provide accessible, high-quality mental health care to students, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive in the…
Read MoreGoodwater man dies in motorcycle crash
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Goodwater man was killed in a motorcycle crash early last Friday near Oak Grove in Talladega County. The single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 1:50 a.m. October 4. Jeremy R. Jackson, 49, was fatally injured when the 2004 Yamaha YZF600R motorcycle that he was operating left the roadway…
Read MoreThree arrested in ADOC contraband operation
Two arrested are former employees of Limestone Correctional Facility Special to the News On Monday, September 30, the Narcotics and K-9 units of the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Law Enforcement Services Division (LESD) and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office executed search warrants at the residence of James and Sophia Chambers in Cullman…
Read MoreThird annual Empowered to Conquer assembly
The third annual Empowered to Conquer (ETC) assembly recently took place at Central High School with ETC representatives and partners discussing the importance of mental health with on-campus seventh through twelfth grade students. Students discussed their current dreams for the future and what their emotional and mental state is currently. They also viewed a video…
Read MoreHunters reminded to keep safety at forefront this fall
Learning treestand safety is crucial to having a safe and successful hunting season. Photo by Michael Bloxom, ADCNR Firearm safety is one of the main topics covered during hunter education courses. In-person classes often include archery or shotgun and pellet-rifle shooting. Photo by Michael Bloxom, ADCNR In-person hunter education courses are…
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