Central Elementary School Coosa County announces Honor Roll students
A Honor Roll: Adair, Ava Imani Bazzell, Macy Kay Bell, Christopher Lane Bell, Lee Ashley Bullard, Brigston Holt Burkhalter, Mallory Brooke Burton, Londyn Alyse Butler, Alaina Christie Coleman, Latavian Vadecz Coleman, Ta’layia Delise Conway, Jorden Wes Cortez, Emanuel Figueroa Cortez, Josue Figueroa Cowart, Adrianna Jeanne Cowart, Alizabeth Caprice Cromartie, Zoey Elizabeth Crowe, Karissa Jade Ervin,…
Read MoreClassifieds & Legals
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Read MoreVestavia Hills man drowns in Lake Logan Martin
Special to the News A marine-related incident occurred at approximately 12:45 p.m. Saturday, April 1, and has claimed the life of a Vestavia Hills man. Alvin D. Nash Jr., 32, drowned after voluntarily entering the water from a vessel located north of the Stemley Bridge in the Mays Bend area of Lake Logan Martin.…
Read MoreTallassee man killed in hit, run
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that occurred at approximately 10:28 p.m. Sunday, April 2, has claimed the life of a Tallassee man. Xavier C. Chappell, 30, was fatally injured when he was struck by an unknown vehicle while walking in the roadway. Chappell was pronounced deceased at the scene.…
Read MoreSigns of spring point to Jesus’ resurrection
Perhaps it is no coincidence that the signs of spring point to Jesus’ resurrection. New life springs up. The cold dark winter is over, and vibrancy abounds. Victory abounds in Jesus. Death has been conquered. It was no small task. Hope for humanity hinged on Jesus. Only a holy human would do. But where…
Read MoreSunshine Protection Act: Stop falling back
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (AL) Last month we leapt forward. We should never fall back again. Enough is enough. The idea of Daylight Saving Time was originally known as “war time” and was introduced as a temporary measure to conserve energy and better use our resources during World War II. Now, nearly 100 years…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
April 7 Marble City Baptist Church of Sylacauga’s choir will present a musical titled “Love Took His Breath Away” on Good Friday, April 7, at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to come enjoy this special musical for Easter. May 21 Marble City Baptist Church of Sylacauga presents a Night of Encouragement, led by “The…
Read MoreMarch 27 – April 3, 2023
Jail population as of April 3: 27 inmates Males: 25 Females: 2 ARRESTS On March 28, Captain Hammond arrested Tiffany Ruth Breedlove, a resident of Sylacauga, for Probation Violation. She was processed into the Coosa County Jail with no bond. On March 29, Deputy Logan Mitchell arrested Haley Dajae Tyler, a resident of…
Read MoreNo shortage of news, events to talk about
There is no shortage of news and events to talk about this week! I don’t even know where to start. If I tried to cover everything, I’d need the entire Coosa County News edition – or a separate edition! But I’ll try my best to be brief and you can Google more details. I…
Read MoreSo much pressure
Well I am sorely relieved about the garbage pickup situation. Let’s pray that 121 Disposal will be able to do a good job for all. It won’t be easy taking over with no customer list or route information. But we will be understanding and patient. Goodbye, GFL. Also, the fresh produce stand in Rockford…
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