Inflation is theft
There is a common saying in Libertarian circles that “Taxation is theft.” Likewise, but not as commonly stated, “inflation,” too, is also theft. Inflation generally refers to the rising of prices that makes things cost more. However, the name is somewhat of a misnomer, as the reason that things cost more is because the dollars…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
December 17 Equality Methodist Church will have a Christmas program at 5 p.m. on Sunday, December 17, followed by fellowship with snacks and assembling Christmas baskets for the community. All are welcome. December 24 Equality Methodist Church, located on Alabama Highway 259, will have a Christmas Eve service at 5 p.m. Sunday, December 24.…
Read MoreAuburn researcher awarded project to assess Alabama’s biodiversity
Five-year project will examine outcomes of state’s habitat biodiversity An Auburn University research team will assess critical surrogate species such as the indigo bunting, a species that has similar habitat needs of rare or threatened species which may be more difficult to detect or monitor, as part of a project that…
Read MoreGov. Ivey makes second stop on broadband tour, breaks ground signaling digital infrastructure progress
Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday made a second stop on her broadband tour at Cullman Electric Cooperative in Cullman County, discussing upcoming broadband projects in Cullman and Winston counties. Following the program, Ivey, speakers and residents of Cullman and Winston counties participated in a ceremonial groundbreaking. “Our presence in Cullman…
Read MoreCoosa County Ambulance Monthly Call Log
Call Volume for the month of November 2023: Total calls: 43 Total transports: 25 Ground: 22 Helicopter: 3 Call types: Sick calls: 12 MVA: 3 Fall/Lift assist: 6 Chest pain: 4 Other trauma: 1 Seizure: 1 Syncope: 2 Overdose: 1 DOA: 3 Stroke: 2 Difficulty breathing: 2 Standby (fire): 2 Diabetic: 3…
Read MoreUpcoming events, inevitable change
You ever get news that, although you knew it was a possibility, when received just hit you like a hurricane? That happened with my parents’ deaths. While battling terminal illness, the news that they passed sent me into an emotional tailspin. Well last week I got the news that the contract I work on…
Read MoreShort, sweet Neighborhood Watch meeting
The elephant was too big for the Georgia dogs. Roll Tide, keep on rolling. Where are my Union Square elephants; my rival of Nick Saban, Sherry Shaw (laugh); Robin Schmidt; Ran Wilson and her fur baby, Thor; Pat Windsor; Patsy Johnston; Raymond and Kim Abrams; Butch Hardman; Thomas Taylor; Aaron Riggins; Bobby Leonard; Charlyne,…
Read MoreGov. Ivey announces German appliance maker Miele selects Alabama for its first U.S. production facility, creating 150 jobs in year one
Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey announced yesterday that Miele, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium domestic appliances, has selected Opelika as the location for a U.S. manufacturing hub that will employ hundreds of workers. Germany-based Miele is launching a long-term growth project in the East Alabama city that ultimately will create several…
Read MoreObituaries
Sandra Gallops Neighbors Sandra Gallops Neighbors, 75, died on December 3, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 13, 1948, the daughter of Mary Catherine and Horton Gallops, and lived in the Hanover community of Coosa County. She was a beloved wife, mother, Nanny, sister, aunt, and friend. She’ll be missed terribly…
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