Richville VFD to host bingo tomorrow
Hard to believe that we are almost halfway through January. It’s been busy with holidays, so I’m ready to get back in a regular routine. Want to give a shout out to Mr. Joe Collins who turned 104 on Thursday, January 11. He is still able to live at home and has a great…
Read MoreCoosa County Ambulance Monthly Call Log
Call Volume for the month of December 2023: Total calls: 51 Total transports: 31 Ground: 28 Helicopter: 3 Call types: Sick calls: 12 MVA: 3 Fall/Lift assist: 6 Chest pain: 5 Other trauma: 3 Seizure: 7 AMS: 5 Overdose: 2 DOA: 1 Stroke: 0 Difficulty breathing: 3 Standby (fire): 0 Diabetic: 2 Choking:…
Read MoreTake precautions to prevent septic tank problems after flooding
Special to the News Residents who use an onsite sewage disposal system (a septic tank system) may be experiencing performance problems because of rain-soaked conditions. During heavy rains and floods, the ground can become saturated, preventing proper operation of the system. For example, a septic tank can collapse or float out of position. Signs…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
January 15 BridgeWays Coosa County will have School’s Out Day Camp on Monday when youth are out of school, with the program being for children in pre-K through fifth grade. Day Camp allows local youth the opportunity to enjoy a broad range of enriching experiences and make new friends, all in a safe and secure…
Read MoreRobert E. Lee state holiday
Dear Editor: Alabama designates Monday, January 15, as a holiday in honor of America’s greatest commander: General Robert E. Lee. September, 1862, after several of General Lee’s amazing victories, the “London Times” wrote: “The people of the Confederate States have made themselves famous. If the renown of brilliant courage, stern devotion to a cause, and military achievements almost…
Read MoreBe prepared
As I write this it is Tuesday, the ninth of January, 2024. On any other Tuesday I normally try to write for my weekly column in the morning, with the aim to finish prior to a 12-noon deadline. However, this Tuesday is different, as there was a serious thunder/rain/windstorm all though last night. At…
Read MoreMore precious than money
Many in our world view money as the most important thing in life. It has become a “god” to many. We need to wake up and learn what are really the most important things in life. Sometimes it seems that our sense of values is distorted. Far too often we seem to value material…
Read MoreRockford hears updates from town attorney
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The November meeting of the Rockford Town Council was short and simple, lasting only about 18 minutes with only one agenda item other than usual monthly business. With all members present except Councilmember Nieshia Whetstone, the Town Council heard updates from its attorney, Tom Young. Aside from standard…
Read MoreAccordia Health holds Open House to unveil new services, new partnership, facility improvements
Superintendent of Education David Stover Jr. with AltaPointe Health representatives at Accordia Health’s Open House. Photo submitted Rockford representatives visit with State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris during Accordia’s Open House, a collaboration with the Coosa County Health Department and Rockford Pharmacy. Pictured from left are Harris, Town Clerk Lesle Nelson, Mayor Scott…
Read MoreCoosa farm provides state’s 2023 Christmas tree
The 45-foot-tall Eastern red cedar from the Goff family farm in Coosa County stands brightly at the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery, the largest displayed Capitol Christmas tree in the state’s history. Photo by the governor’s office This year’s theme for the state’s official Christmas tree and the tree lighting ceremony held last Friday…
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