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Read MoreGov. Ron DeSantis kicks off Alabama presidential primary race with visit to state
So while it is still early in 2023, next year’s presidential primary is already starting to make headlines. Alabama will again hold a primary in the Spring of 2024, which means those considering a run to the White House will make their way to the state early. It appears President Joe Biden is ready…
Read MoreMore on Fair Tax Act of 2023 (H.R. 25)
As the release of former President Trump’s tax returns have shown us, the current system for taxing Americans blatantly favors the rich. While the former president didn’t break any laws, he was able to use various loopholes to pay virtually nothing in income taxes. That is obviously something that is not fair, and replacing…
Read MoreLiving in science fiction movie, it seems
I’ve always wondered what it would be like to live in a science fiction movie, and I’m beginning to think maybe that’s where I am! We have had UFOs flying all around the last couple of weeks, and I’ve been trying to decide if we were under attack or just under surveillance. Attacks come…
Read MoreCCCTC students earn Microsoft certifications
Students at the Coosa County Career and Technical Center recently earned their Microsoft certification. Congratulations to Elijah Richardson and Devin Taylor who earned their Word 2019 Associate certification. Congratulations to the following students who earned their PowerPoint 2019 Associate certification, Ruby Burks, Rebekah Burton, Keland Edwards, McKay Kelley, Aaliyah Murray, Logan Thornton, Olivia Gaddis, and Nyajah Odem. Congratulations to the following students who earned their Excel 2019 Associate certification, Sterling Heath, Christopher…
Read MoreCommunity cleanup, other local happenings
After a postponement because of weather, the Volunteer Day to help cleanup after the January 12 tornado will happen tomorrow, Saturday, February 18, beginning at 9 a.m. As many volunteers as possible are needed to help our neighbors who suffered tornado damages. The work will consist mainly of picking up trash, debris, limbs, and…
Read MoreScience students have been very busy enjoying hands-on learning in lab
Biology student Daniel Weathers used marshmallows and toothpicks to make models of the DNA, while environmental science student Cassidy Howard made recycled paper from pulp as part of the unit on solid waste management. Chemistry students Grace Calfee and Mariah Gilbert are analyzing the absorbency of sodium polyacrylate-found in diapers, and Grace Calfee, Chris Leonard, Rebekah…
Read MoreCoosa County schools celebrate Career Technical Education Month
Central High School Career Coach Keslie Garrett and Coosa County Career and Technology Center (CCCTC) Director Hester Hamby spent time with each elementary and middle school class, exposing them to careers, in celebration of Career Technical Education Month. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday were spent with kindergarten, first grade and second grade during their…
Read MoreShelter seeking fosters, those interested in adopting
Pets of the Week: Marly and Momo, a pair of Great Pyrenees mixes, are this week’s featured Pets of the Week from the Coosa County Animal Shelter. Photos submitted This puppy, brought in Tuesday, is the latest addition to the Coosa County Animal Shelter. The puppy is currently on a 7-day stray hold. Photo…
Read MoreOverview of mental health commitment hearings
If you aren’t aware, except in rare circumstances Probate Court is the venue for mental health commitment hearings. We have many people wanting to talk to the judge about committing a family member or a friend. Most often these people have valid concerns about a person’s mental health; however, occasionally we have someone who…
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