Weogufka group recognized for support of American Legion Post 45
Members of the Weogufka Neighborhood Watch accept a Certificate of Appreciation from American Legion Post 45 on behalf of the group. Pictured from left are Sonny Braden, Joey Moore, Mike Holmes with American Legion Post 45, and Mary Alyce Bennett. Photo submitted by Anita Moore Special to the News Submitted by Anita Moore …
Read MoreCoosa County Farmers Federation recognized during Alabama Farmers Federation annual meeting
The Coosa County Farmers Federation (CCFF) received an Award of Excellence during the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 102nd annual meeting December 4 in Montgomery. This honor recognizes counties for top-tier programs, community work and agricultural advocacy during 2023. From left are Federation Executive Director Paul Pinyan and CCFF President Jerry Fielding. Special to the News More than 1,300 farmers from across Alabama participated…
Read MoreCoosa’s Pinhoti Outdoor Center awarded Small Business of Year
Alabama Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth, Grant Bruner with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, BCA President and CEO Helena Duncan, and CCAA President and CEO Paige Hutto presents Nathan and Kimm Wright, representatives from Pinhoti Outdoor Center, with the Small Business of the Year Award. Photo submitted Special to the News …
Read More“No Burn” order lifted across state
Special to the News Effective December 4, all burn restrictions have been lifted across the state of Alabama. Burn permits will be issued as normal by the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC). This includes 11 counties in northeast Alabama that had been under a “No Burn” order since it was issued by Gov. Kay Ivey…
Read MoreAbraham
One of the grand characters of the Old Testament is a man named Abraham. Three times in the Bible he is called “the friend of God” (2 Chronicles 20:7; Isaiah 41:8; James 2:23). What greater compliment could anyone receive than to be called “the friend of God.” We can be “friends of God” if…
Read MoreNovember 27 – December 3, 2023
Jail population as of December 3: 30 inmates Males: 27 Females: 3 ARRESTS On November 29, Investigator Ward arrested Eric Ryan Rayfield, a citizen of Sylacauga, on the charges of Parole Violation, Possession of a Controlled Substance x3, and Possession of Marijuana. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with no bond.…
Read MoreAlabama lawmakers could take up gambling in regular or special session in early 2024
There is a lot of inside baseball to understand the inner workings of the Alabama House of Representatives and Senate. Understanding the politics of how the sausage is made at the statehouse can mean the difference between a bill getting passed or ever making it out of committee. When there are pieces of legislation…
Read MoreGradually getting into Christmas spirit
This weekend there are several parades and activities for families to celebrate Christmas. The Rockford Christmas parade is on Saturday night beginning at 6. The town is also hosting a festival, “Rockford’s Christmas in Snowville,” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with vendors, food trucks and music. I love Christmas, and usually it’s my…
Read MoreGov. Ivey reports rebate checks on way to 1.9 million Alabama tax filers
Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that one-time tax rebates authorized in her 2023 budget are now on their way to 1.9 million Alabama tax filers. Since last Friday, December 1, which was the start date authorized by law, officials have worked around the clock to process the one-time tax…
Read MoreCentral of Coosa County piles up points against Dadeville, Fayetteville
Central of Coosa County blew past the Dadeville Tigers in their December 1 home court game, posting a 91-49 win. With Central of Coosa County ahead 44-20 at the half, the game was all but over already. Central of Coosa County can attribute much of their success to Lacorrian Thompson, whom Max Preps named Player…
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