Central students participate in SAFE Student Pledge initiative
Central High School counselor Annette Long coordinated with representatives from the U.S. Attorney’s Office who presented information to our students on the SAFE Student Pledge initiative. Doug Howard, law enforcement coordinator and public information officer, explained, “The goals of the pledge are to help young people understand the roles that they can play in reducing gun endangerment and violence…
Read MoreStudents participate in Manufacturing Chew, Chat at Trenholm State Community College
A group of students from the Coosa County Science and Technology Center attended the Manufacturing Chew and Chat to Trenholm State Community College, Pearson Campus, and Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center (MRWTC), which is part of the Alabama Industrial Development Training (AIDT). At Trenholm, students briefly toured the campus with a focus on the manufacturing programs…
Read MorePower in our testimonies
Those who know the Lord have a testimony – or a personal account – of how God did a tremendous work of salvation in their lives. There is power in that testimony. It can be professed by the one possessing it and also observed by those around the person. A noticeable change in the…
Read MoreA time for celebrating, remembering
Pastor Chris Hill of Rockford Church of God enjoyed a wonderful birthday celebration with his church family and a special delicious cake. Union Square’s Neighborhood Watch meeting is Monday. November 6. I had such a wonderful visit with two Union Square sisters, Patsy and Lena Johnston. What a great blessing! My spirit was…
Read MoreRemember to practice giving thanks
Two months left in 2023! So, let’s make the most of what’s left. With Halloween earlier this week, the holiday season has started. Christmas has now taken over November, leaving Thanksgiving out in the cold it seems. So, I encourage everyone to not forget Thanksgiving this year, but allow time to celebrate the fall…
Read MoreGoing through dark times
I have been going through a very dark time. Things are not well with this world, and my job is in uncertain times. Defense funding has been cut; layoffs and cuts are being made. Yes, seems an odd time with our government announcing support to Israel, as well as continued support to Ukraine. My…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
October 30 & November 4 The Coosa County Long Term Recovery Committee is holding a chicken plate fundraiser. Proceeds will benefit CCLTRC, serving those in Coosa County impacted by the January 12 tornado. Plates are $10 each and include ¼ smoked chicken, baked beans, chips, and dessert. Pickup will be November 4 from 11 a.m.…
Read MoreClassifieds and Legals
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF COOSA COUNTY, ALABAMA IN RE: THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL WAYNE WHITEHEAD, Deceased. CASE NO.: 2023-0048 Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to undersigned on the 13th day of October, 2023, by the Honorable Richard M.…
Read MoreAlabama’s Fire Alert reinstated to include all 67 counties
ADCNR reinstates park preacutions By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Effective immediately, the Alabama Forestry Commission, or AFC, has re-issued a Fire Alert for all 67 counties in the state. In the 32 northern counties (roughly north of Interstate 20), no burn permits will be issued. In the 35 southern counties (south…
Read MoreRockford Fall Festival tomorrow
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Town of Rockford is hosting a free community event tomorrow to celebrate fall and the town’s improvements. The event is described as being “fun for all ages.” Guests are invited to bring their lawn chairs so they can watch volleyball and gagaball matches. The festivities will include…
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