Central Elementary students graduate from Liberty Learning, honor Super Citizens
Second and third grade students at Central Elementary enjoyed their Liberty Learning graduation ceremony and honored their picks for Super Citizens. In the fall Liberty Legacy came to Central Elementary to provide a character education program that teaches elementary students what it means to be a good citizen. Since the fall visit teachers have been working on…
Read MoreFuture Business Leaders of America students attend University of Alabama ENI Youth Summit
The Central High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students participated in the University of Alabama’s Equitable Neighborhoods Initiative (ENI) Youth Summit, held at Auburn University, on January 26. The summit assists students with helping to equip their communities to address the COVID-19 pandemic-related issues of today, while building capacity to deal with the health and quality of life challenges of tomorrow. The…
Read MoreBasketball continues winning streak, celebrates senior night
As reported by MaxPreps, Central extended its home winning streak to six games this week. In Monday’s game the Cougars waltzed into their match up with seven straight wins, but they left with eight. They had just enough and edged Comer out 53-51. Central of Coosa County’s win was a true team effort, with…
Read MoreTime to grow up
Babies know just what to look for after they are born. Obviously, they search for nutrients and sustenance. That’s the way God designed them. It takes nourishment to grow. The natural feeding process involves nursing. Momma’s milk contains various nutrients and even antibiotics to help keep them healthy. Think about that for a moment…
Read MoreNeed more praying, less running mouths
Pastor Chris Hill and wife, Mandy, left, with Lynne and Tim, who spearheaded the Pastoral Appreciation event. Everyone eating and enjoying the Pastoral Appreciation. Union Square’s Neighborhood Watch meeting is Monday, February 5, at 6 p.m. The Square wishes the Queen of the Square, Secretary Robin Schmidt, a great Groundhog Day birthday today,…
Read MoreHistorical Society sets open house schedule for Old Rock Jail Museum
We have ended the first month of 2024. Today is Groundhog Day so by the time you read this, we’ll know if he saw his shadow or not. I hope he doesn’t so spring will be early this year. Maybe it will be as Easter is the last Sunday in March. I’m ready for…
Read MoreEquality VFD monthly fundraiser tomorrow
Not much but so much is happening it seems to me. Ever have weeks like that? I am busy, but I don’t seem to accomplish what I feel needs to be accomplished. My husband has been around the house getting things accomplished. I have been struggling with a neighbor’s dog getting in our yard;…
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February 7-April 10 Volunteer Connections of Central Alabama Inc., or VCCA, along with the Coosa County Extension Office and Chamber of Commerce, is sponsoring a free income tax assistance program. Certified and trained tax preparers will provide tax assistance and electronic filing of income tax forms free of charge in Rockford every Wednesday beginning February…
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Read MoreTeaching children about resources through agriculture
Fourth grade teacher Lori Blocker is the recipient of a mini grant for Ag in the Classroom. Pictured from left are Kara Forbus, CES principal, Blocker and Donna Brown, chair of the Coosa County Farmers Federation Women’s Committee. Photo submitted By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer More good news came for Coosa County…
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