Consequences
No one likes to suffer the consequences of our actions! The word “consequence” is defined by Webster as “something produced from a cause; a result.” When a child cheats on a test at school and is caught they must suffer the consequences: a zero or an F for that test, discipline, a parental conference…
Read MorePolice pursuit leads to crash, death of Montgomery man
Special to the News A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:43 p.m. Friday, May 10, has claimed the life of a Montgomery man, who died more than a week after the crash. Antonio L. Seales, 51, was critically injured when the 2019 Chrysler 300 he was driving was struck from the rear by…
Read MoreEquality VFD First Saturday fundraiser tomorrow
I have been feeling like Murphy and his law has been following me lately, stressed over all the things going wrong. Overwhelming stress affects every part of my life. And after reading Lisa Johnston’s column in last week’s paper, I am going to be following her advice in taking control of my situation, questioning…
Read MoreSpecial days set aside to give thanks, honor veterans
I hope everyone took time last Monday to think about all of our soldiers who never came home from battle. Memorial Day is one of the special days that have been created for us to stop and give thanks for the men and women who gave their lives so that our country can…
Read MoreCelebrating special occasions with much joy
We enjoyed my granddaughter’s graduation in North Carolina last weekend. Pictured from left are Butch, Chesley, Amirah, and myself. My granddaughter, Amirah. Hickory, North Carolina, made Butch, Chesley and my Memorial Day weekend one to remember while celebrating my granddaughter Amirah’s graduation there, which was the top of it all.…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
June 2-6 Kellyton Baptist Church has scheduled their Breaker Rock Beach Vacation Bible School for June 2-6 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 4 years old to twelfth grade. We would love to have your child attend. If you have any questions please contact our director Glenda “Tater” Eason at 256-935-0287.
Read MoreAlabama tourism set for another record year with summer months ahead
When we think of what is the backbone of the Alabama economy, you might think of both agriculture and auto manufacturing. Yet, as we move into June and the summer months, one of Alabama’s other economic engines is tourism. Whether it is the Gulf of Mexico, the rivers and lakes, or the southernmost hills of…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
May 29 & June 1 The 86th Weogufka Alumni Reunion will be held June 1 at the Weogufka High School. Doors open at 5 p.m. with a short business meeting at 5:30, followed by dinner at 6 p.m. in the auditorium. We will be honoring the class of 1974 with a short program immediately following…
Read MoreADPH announces new maternal autopsy program
Special to the News The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) announces the implementation of the Maternal Autopsy Program. Alabama’s maternal mortality rate is one of the highest in the nation, and it is hoped that this new program will help gain greater insight into the cause of maternal deaths. Since 2019, the ADPH Maternal…
Read MoreHistoric Blue Springs Church burns to ground
Reunion still planned for September Ashes and rubble are all that remain of the 174-year-old Blue Springs Church. Photo by Marble Valley VFD The historic Blue Springs Church building was fully engulfed in flames when fire departments responded early Monday morning. Photo by Lay Lake VFD Described by many as a…
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