Community Calendar
June 2-30 The Goodwater Public Library is kicking off its Summer Reading Program! Join the library in celebrating America’s 250th birthday during the Summer Reading Program every Tuesday in June – June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 – from 10 to 11 a.m. Goodwater Library is located at 62 Coosa County Road 66. For…
Read MoreHow to find inner peace
(Step one: Break three ribs) I’m pleased to report that, as far as we know, I’m not dead. I make this statement because a lot of messages have been arriving in my inbox asking questions like: “Why hasn’t Sean been writing lately?” And, “Where is the daily column?” And, “Is Sean dead? Did…
Read MoreAt the old country church
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 20 percent of America is “rural.” Most rural churches have bi-vocational pastors with other full-time employment. And some pastors serve multiple churches. A friend preached at three churches, one early, one late and the third at the full moon, or something like that (I never understood his complicated schedule.).…
Read MoreA fair fight
Special to the News Submitted by Ken McFeeters When I was in high school, we had a coach named Coach Finley. He was such a great man that after he passed away, they named the football stadium after him. Coach Finley understood what a fair fight was and how it shaped young men. If…
Read MoreWFF asks public for assistance with wild turkey brood survey
By David Rainer Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources For the first time, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division is asking the public to participate in the annual wild turkey brood survey, which started on June 1 and ends on August…
Read MoreSmall actions can make a big difference for pollinators
By Mary Wilson Alabama Extension News Pollinators, such as insects, birds and bats, play a big role in our food system. Through pollinating plants and crops, they are responsible for one out of every three bites of food people eat. National Pollinator Week, which runs June 22 to 28, aims to…
Read MoreGov. Ivey announces 130 new jobs as Vulcaflex selects Auburn for U.S. expansion
Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that Vulcaflex S.p.A, an Italian manufacturer of synthetic leathers used in the automotive industry, is opening its first U.S. facility in Auburn. The almost $70 million investment will create 130 jobs. “Alabama is pleased to welcome Vulcaflex to its new North American home in…
Read MoreExercise your right in selecting your leaders: Vote
America will be 250 years old next month. America has grown tremendously in its short 250 years, and we should all be proud to be an American. Our founding fathers, although not perfect, laid the perfect foundation for our great United States of America with the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and…
Read MoreAlabama’s copperhead and cottonmouth: What to know about these venomous snakes
By Catherine Jackson Alabama Extension News Alabama is home to a variety of snakes, including six venomous species. The copperhead and cottonmouth are the most encountered of the venomous snake species throughout the state. Understanding their differences, similarities and behaviors can help residents appreciate the vital roles these snakes play in the ecosystem. “Copperheads…
Read MoreResults: ALGOP announces primary runoff election winners
Special to the News The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) congratulates the following candidates who emerged victorious in Tuesday’s Republican Primary Runoff Election. U.S. Senate — Barry Moore Lt. governor — John Wahl Attorney general — Katherine Robertson Commissioner of Agriculture & Industries — Corey Hill Public Service Commission, Place 2 — Jim Zig Zeigler The runoff results mark another…
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