Ray VFD undergoing reorganization
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer In another illustration of how badly volunteers are needed, the Ray Volunteer Fire Department has had to temporarily cease responding to calls. With no volunteers serving at the department, it has been unable to respond to any calls recently. However, it is hoped that the situation will soon…
Read MoreRockford Utilities Board discusses building, sewer plant
Progress has been made on the Rockford Utilities Board building, located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 231 and Circle Drive near Dollar General, with the board going into executive session during its last meeting to discuss the building status. Photo by Christa Jennings By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During…
Read MoreTwo years later: Stallions still in jail
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Two years ago today Joe Daniel Stallions was arrested in a double homicide case from more than 20 years ago for allegedly killing his mother and sister, and 730 days later he remains in custody at the Coosa County Jail in Rockford with no bond. On August 12,…
Read MoreThis day in CCN history
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Thirty years ago today there was an exciting announcement shared in “The Coosa County News,” with it being reported that a bank would be opening in Rockford. In that edition three decades ago, it was announced that then Rockford Mayor Patricia Wingard was holding a public…
Read MoreFree dermatology clinic to be held August 19
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Great State Alabama is returning to Coosa County this year to once again hold a free dermatology clinic for area residents as part of a series of rural clinics. The clinic held last October has so far been Great State’s most successful clinic to date according…
Read MoreVolleyball Schedule
Lunch Menus – elementary and high school
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY ASSORTED CEREALS AND POPTARTS WILL BE OFFERED DAILY AS A SECOND CHOICE AT BREAKFAST. SACK LUNCHES WILL BE OFFERED DAILY AS A SECOND CHOICE AT LUNCH. 9 Muffins, Fruit, Juice, Milk Corndog Baked Beans Romaine Salad Fruit Milk 10 Grilled Cheese, Fruit, Juice, Milk Cheeseburger French Fries Lettuce/Tomato Romaine Salad…
Read MoreClassifieds & Legals
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Read MoreChurch Briefs
August 14 Greg Sullivan will be performing at Concord Baptist Church on Sunday, August 14, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Be ready for a blessing in song. Bring a covered dish and enjoy the fellowship after the concert. Everyone is welcome! Concord Baptist Church is located at 1309 Coosa County Road 10, Equality. Want to…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
August 13 A yard sale will be held Saturday, August 13, at the Kellyton Civic Complex gymnasium from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Home décor, clothing, furniture items, and more. Will also have some homemade fried apple pies for sale. August 15 The Coosa County Soil and Water Conservation District supervisors will meet on Monday,…
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