Politics 100 years ago in Coosa County
A letter dated October 25, 1922, was sent to women from fellow women in Coosa County endorsing George B. McDonald for the office of probate judge, now that women had the right to vote. Letter submitted by J.T. McDonald By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Ratified on August 18, 1920, the Nineteenth…
Read MoreWoman’s body recovered in Coosa County
Mary Johns By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A woman’s body was recovered in Coosa County Tuesday night, potentially the same woman who was reported missing from Georgia last week. As of press time it had not yet been confirmed whether it was the same woman. However, Sheriff Michael Howell reported that they…
Read MoreNew combination store coming to Goodwater
Pictured at the construction site of the Family Dollar/Dollar Tree combination store are Mayor Lonnie Caldwell, right, and Mayor Pro Tem James G. Whetstone. Picture submitted by Elmore Unbehant Special to the News Exciting things are happening in Goodwater, with a new store coming to provide shoppers a local option while shopping on…
Read MoreChild drowns in Coosa County
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A young child was the victim of drowning in Coosa County last month. Sheriff Michael Howell reported that his office was contacted on September 22 by a mother who stated her daughter was missing. Howell and others responded to the scene of the residence and began looking for…
Read MoreGoodwater’s new fire station now in service
Goodwater Fire Chief Elmore Unbehant and retired Fire Chief Alan Wingfield stand with the sign naming the new station in honor of Wingfield. Photo submitted Goodwater’s new 5-bay station is complete and now ready to serve the community and all of Coosa County. Photo submitted Elected officials, fire department members, family, and friends…
Read MoreMarble Valley VFD thankful for great turnout
Special to the News Marble Valley Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank everyone for an amazing turnout to our Annual Open House and Yard Sale Event that was held October 6-8. The department states that it was another awesome success. The continued support and gratitude this community shows the department continues to be mind-blowing. There was something for…
Read MoreGranny magick
I’m curious about something, and I’m going to need y’all to write in to Ms. Christa about this. There’s a topic that I’ve found interesting for a long time. It’s one that I think many of us encounter, but I don’t think we still recognize it for what it is. Granny Magick, or Appalachian Folk…
Read MoreOctober 10-17, 2022
Jail population as of October 17: 26 inmates Males: 23 Females: 3 ARRESTS On October 11, Corporal Rudd arrested Kenneth AG Hayes, a resident of Sylacauga, for failure to appear in court. On October 13, Deputy Bradberry arrested Shannon Lee Reeves, a resident of Sylacauga, for Domestic Violence 3rd/Harassment. He was processed into the…
Read MoreKellyton Volunteer Fire Department brings “spark” to pre-K, kindergarten
Students in pre-K and kindergarten enjoyed a visit from Kellyton Volunteer Fire Department as part of their annual fire safety program. Along with the fire safety education program, volunteers also shared goody bags with the students and let them try on the fire hat. Students especially enjoyed the visit from Sparky, the fire dog. Pictured is London giving Sparky a high five and Ms. Wells’ kindergarten class giving a big, “Thank you, KVFD!” Special…
Read MoreThankful Coosa shelter will be open in near future
Dixie Shelters all over the country are staying full to capacity as it becomes more difficult if you find a stray or a mistreated animal to know who to call. The local shelters cannot take extras from Coosa County, but sometimes will take an animal in if you, the person who is rescuing them,…
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