Kellyton hears presentation about SBA disaster loans
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer During its meeting Tuesday evening, the Kellyton Town Council heard a presentation regarding personal and business loans to assist those recovering from storm and tornado damage. With Mayor Johnny Sharpe unable to attend because of illness, Mayor Pro Tem George Camp oversaw the meeting. He welcomed Ruben Morales, a…
Read MoreOverview of annual fire fee collection, expenditures
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer Last month the Coosa County Association of Volunteer Fire Departments provided the County Commission with its annual fire fee reports for the usage of fire fee funds expended by the county’s volunteer fire departments in 2022. The association represents the county’s 10 volunteer fire departments: Equality, Goodwater, Hanover, Kellyton,…
Read MoreAlabama Power Foundation awards Gateway grant to Town of Goodwater
Special to the News The Town of Goodwater has received a Gateway grant in the amount of $2,500 from the Alabama Power Foundation. “Gateway grants help promote communities statewide through welcome signage, website development, or marketing materials,” said Steven T. Marlowe, Alabama Power community relations manager. Marlowe made the presentation to Mayor Lonnie Caldwell at…
Read MoreLocal youth can participate in Chick Chain project
Special to the News The Chick Chain project has returned to Coosa County, and registration is now open for local youth to participate in this annual project. Chick Chain is a young person’s chance to be a poultry farmer! Participants in the Chick Chain project will receive 10 pullets (young female chickens) to raise through…
Read MoreTogether again
Thanks to some caring citizens and the Coosa County Animal Shelter, this family was reunited with their dog, Diamond, after being apart for approximately a year and a half. Thank you to local residents and the shelter for making this sweet reunion possible! Read more about it in this week’s Pet Corner. Photo submitted by…
Read MoreRegistration open for Alabama 4-H Summer Camp
Special to the News Registration for Alabama 4-H Summer Camp is open! Youth ages 9 to 14 that live or go to school in Coosa County may attend 4-H Camp, which is held at the Alabama 4-H Center in Columbiana. Camp activities include kayaking, archery, wall climb, giant swing, hiking, swimming, and much more.…
Read MoreCoosa Upward Youth Sports enjoying their third sports season as they prepare for upcoming baseball, softball registration
Special to the News After a successful basketball and soccer season, Coosa Upward launched its inaugural flag football and cheer season with 51 youth participating. This year-round county-wide youth sports program provides an opportunity for youth to grow athletically while honoring God and their country. Coosa Upward Sports is thankful to the churches, community leaders and volunteers who have…
Read MoreStudent poll workers honored with certificate from State of Alabama
Central High School had a record number of students serve as poll workers during the November 2022 election cycle. We are thankful for the opportunity to partner with the Coosa County Probate Office to provide student volunteers who gain first-hand experience of the election process while they study American government. Thank you to Judge Dean…
Read MoreStudents, staff enjoy annual volleyball competition
The students versus staff volleyball game grew a big crowd once again this year to help raise funds for the softball program. No matter how much the students stretched before the match up, they could not compete with the experience, stamina and skill of the staff members. The staff won the first set with a…
Read MoreSchool Calendar: Feb. 13-17, 2023
COOSA COUNTY SCHOOLS WEEKLY CALENDAR MONDAY 02/13/2023 TUESDAY 02/14/2023 WEDNESDAY 02/15/2023 THURSDAY 02/16/2023 FRIDAY 02/17/2023 *Breakfast: Mini Waffles, Juice, Fruit, Milk *Lunch: Corn Dog Fries Romaine Salad Fruit/Milk *CES: After-school program pick-up 5:45 *CHS Tutoring: Math and Science, pick-up 5:00 *Breakfast: Grilled Cheese, Juice, Fruit, Milk *Lunch: Hamburger Black Bean & Corn Salad Lettuce/Tomato Fruit/Milk…
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