Much work accomplished at Coosa County Animal Shelter
Pet of the Week: Gabby Donation: Randall Morris of Heritage South Credit Union, right, presenting a donation check to Dennis Hill. Photo submitted Generic cutline for other photos: Much work has been accomplished at the Coosa County Animal Shelter over the past two weeks thanks to the help of multiple volunteers. It…
Read MoreDecember 12-18, 2022
Jail population as of December 18: 27 inmates Males: 21 Females: 6 ARRESTS On December 13, Captain Hammond arrested Matthew Jackson Childress, a resident of Rockford, for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail on a $2,000 bond. On December 13, Captain Hammond arrested Jesse Lewis Leonard Jr.,…
Read MoreChristmas Angels program brings Christmas joy to 20 families
Central Elementary counselor Maegan Pope created the Christmas Angels program to bring Christmas to students in the Coosa County school system. Mrs. Pope connected with community leaders and business owners within our community to provide our families and students with additional support throughout the holidays. For Christmas, with the help of our community’s generous donations, we will be teaming with the Coosa…
Read MoreEager to see what 2023 brings to Coosa County
Here we are reading the last edition of “The Coosa County News” for 2022. There won’t be an edition next week since it is the annual week off for the CCN and its staff. Seems like it was just yesterday we were wishing each other happy 2022! It’s been an eventful year, and as…
Read MoreFulfillment of Old Testament prophecy
The fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy rises to the forefront this time of the year. Specifically, Isaiah comes to mind concerning key prophetic verses pertaining to Jesus’ birth. It is amazing to consider how God’s Spirit spoke through Old Testament prophets hundreds of years prior to Jesus’ arrival here. All of those words regarding…
Read MoreCentral Coosa Beef Cook-off Competition
Mrs. Mack’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students recently competed in the Central Coosa Beef Cook-off Competition. There were four contestants in the local competition, two in the senior division and two in the junior division, with four judges scoring the students. The local winner in the junior division was Rachel Reams who…
Read MorePrevent hypothermia; recognize and get medical attention if symptoms occur
Special to the News Staying warm, keeping well informed and taking extra precautions is extremely important during times of extremely cold weather, such as the coming days when below freezing temperatures are predicted. Everyone should remember to lower risks of cold-weather health problems by dressing in multiple layers to help retain body heat, limit time…
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Read MoreLook for bills to weaken Alabama criminal justice system in next legislative session
It may still be 2022, but the 2023 Alabama Legislature will be going into session in just a few months. The first session of a four-year legislative quadrennium is usually when lawmakers pass the most controversial bills. Tax increases, legislative pay raises and other issues that state representatives and senators want to pass, but would like…
Read MoreBe sincere in resolutions
Merry Christmas to all! Sunday is Christmas Day, then the next Sunday is the first day of 2023. So, it’s time to make New Year’s resolutions. I challenge you to be sincere in your resolutions. Think of them as goals to be achieved this coming year so this time next year you can check…
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