CCCTC Parent Night a success
On February 12 the Coosa County Career Tech Center (CCCTC) and Literacy Everywhere-Coosa County Schools partnered for a parent literacy night. We were delighted to have a great night meeting our students’ parents and talking with them about the benefits of Career Tech Education (CTE) courses and all of the opportunities available through Career and Technical Student Organizations. Mrs. Masters, project director for the Literacy…
Read MoreGov. Ivey signs law opening classroom doors to Alabama veterans
Special to the News On Tuesday Gov. Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 149, one of her legislative priorities, into law, creating a new pathway for military veterans to serve Alabama students in the classroom. “Service is woven into the fabric of who we are as a state and as a nation, and by…
Read MoreChild nutrition staff, students celebrate National School Breakfast Week
Child nutrition staff and students celebrated National School Breakfast Week with Built by School Breakfast, Wake up Wednesday – Hats On for School Breakfast. According to the Alabama School Nutrition Association, the campaign aims to “highlight the critical role school breakfast plays in student success.” Our child nutrition staff went above and beyond and made the event fun…
Read MoreThe princess and the Dollar General
Once upon a time, there was a princess who lived in a great big old castle. She was very beautiful, with long, flowy hair, and her teeth were really nice, too. Nice and straight. The princess had everything she wanted. Whenever she lacked, she snapped her fingers and said, “Bring me…!” and then she…
Read MoreGov. Ivey signs screen time limits for early childhood education programs into law
Special to the News On Wednesday Gov. Kay Ivey signed the Healthy Early Development and Screen Time Act, limiting electronic screen access in early childhood education and licensed childcare facilities. The Act is one of the governor’s 2026 legislative priorities. “Video screen access in classrooms can boost learning skills among our young children,…
Read MoreHappy 92nd birthday, Ms. Christine Owens!
You are a true blessing to so many. We pray that your birthday on March 8 is very special and blessed. Thank you for all you do for others. Enjoy your weekend and your special day! May God continue to bless you with good health and happiness in the year ahead. Love you,…
Read MoreFeb. 23 – March 1, 2026
Jail population as of March 1: 49 inmates Males: 39 Females: 10 ARRESTS On February 24, Deputy Kelley arrested Gabriel Thomas Andrews, a citizen of Sylacauga, on the charges of Use or Possession with Intent to Use Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of Marijuana 2nd. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a…
Read MoreMy swan song
Dear Editor, It has been my honor to write a column in “The Coosa County News” for over 10 years. I have shared approximately 4,800 of “My Humble Opinions” over the course of this time. But I have now decided it is time for me to step away from this commitment to make time…
Read MoreClassifieds and Legals
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Read MoreAppreciation Day tomorrow; new monthly class starting soon
This is it; tomorrow, March 7, is the Equality Volunteer Fire Department Board Appreciation Day to thank the community for all their continued support of the Equality Volunteer Fire Department. From 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. come join us for a hamburger or hot dog. If the parking lot is too full you are…
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