Port of Mobile major player for future of nation’s supply chain, Alabama’s economic development
The United States has been suffering through the pandemic, inflation and a spike in violent crime. One of the other major issues that has challenged this country has been the supply chain problems with delivering products across the nation. The good news is Alabama is now earning the reputation as one of the go-to states…
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Neither of my parents had college degrees, but they worked their entire adult lives to ensure my brothers and I did. It was important to my parents, and it was part of their American Dream, and they achieved it without a single dime from the government. My parents paid for one of my degrees,…
Read MoreAugust 22-28, 2022
Jail population as of August 29: 35 inmates Males: 31 Females: 4 ARRESTS On August 22, Deputy Scott arrested Jeremy Patrick Rhodes of Sylacauga for Failure to Appear in court. On August 22, Sheriff Howell arrested Joshua Eugene Kelley of Weogufka for Failure to Appear in court. On August 23, Captain Hammond arrested…
Read MoreGreat time to adopt new pet
Pets of the Week: Armada, Colorado and Titan This is a super time of the year to adopt a new pet while we still have some very warm days, and soon hopefully, cooler ones will be here. Plenty of animals are ready for loving homes and waiting for good…
Read MoreObituaries
Johnny Earl Baker Memorial service for Johnny Earl Baker, 61, of Alexander City, was Monday, August 29, 2022, at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Matthew Reams officiated. Johnny passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at University of Alabama Hospital in Birmingham. He was born on March 15, 1961, in Alexander City…
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Cougar football scores first win of season against Talladega Central
The first quarter started off slow for both the Central Cougars and the Talladega Tigers, but with only two minutes left in the first quarter, number 9, running back Cassidy Howard, scored the first touchdown of the game for the Cougars. From that first touchdown, the Cougars would maintain their lead throughout the entire game.…
Read MoreSenior government students reenact drafting of Declaration of Independence
Twelfth graders went back in time to Independence Hall in Philadelphia, donned in colonial costumes, to reenact the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. The reenactment included discussion over the decision to separate from England which included opposition from John Dickinson, a delegate at the 2nd Continental Congress who did not sign the document. Besides…
Read MoreNinth grade world history students simulate Renaissance artist activities
During their study of the European Renaissance, ninth grade students carved Michelangelo’s statue of David in soap. Students also had to identify the artist, the country where it was carved, the time period, and reflect on why Michelangelo would carve the biblical David. The student also drew pictures using the technique of perspective…
Read MoreSeniors mark first milestone of their senior year
Seniors took their formal tux and drape photos this week. Pictured are Josh Harrison helping his classmate Cade Shurette tie his bow tie. Also pictured is MaKenna Sanders helping Grace Calfee with her necklace. Every senior girl received a necklace as a gift to wear for their drape picture.
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