Kellyton Council approves animal shelter donation
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer In addition to being the first community in the county to have an established official Safer Place for inclement weather, the Town of Kellyton is once again coming in first. Following action taken during Tuesday evening’s Town Council meeting, Kellyton is now the first in the county…
Read MoreStewartville man arrested for attempted murders
Shane Eugene Carden By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Stewartville man was arrested last Thursday on multiple charges, including capital murder, following an alleged case of burglary. On July 28 the Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from a resident on County Road 39 in the Stewartville community stating that someone had…
Read MoreKellyton VFD receives new rescue truck through grant funds
Kellyton volunteer firefighter and paramedic Dewayne Rathel with the department’s new rescue truck, purchased primarily through grant funds. Photo by Christa Jennings The new rescue truck is loaded with equipment purchased through another grant, including a full set of battery-powered rescue tools, compressed air foam system and more. Photo by Christa Jennings Among…
Read MoreBOE approves personnel, other matters
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer While students and parents alike are preparing for the new school year starting next week, the Board of Education has been conducting business to also prepare for the start of a new school year, including approving personnel and other matters. During its July 21 meeting, with Board member…
Read MoreOn this day in CCN history
Area firefighters work together to control and eventually extinguish a fire at Davis and Son Grocery in Rockford in August 1992. James D. “Bud” and Eva Thompson of Hanover were honored in the August 5, 1992, edition for celebrating their fiftieth anniversary. Members of the West Coosa Parent Teachers Organization work on…
Read MoreMany enjoy Water Day in Rockford
The Rockford Church of God sponsored a successful Water Day event at the old football field in Rockford last Saturday. Approximately 70 people came out to enjoy the inaugural event with fun, food and fellowship, featuring water slides, games, food, snow cones, and a concert. Many remarked on how much they…
Read MoreWaters’ Clan Pasta Salad
Recipe submitted by Lydia Waters This is a recipe that my siblings and I have shared and tweaked over the years. It started with my brother, then I began making it, and now my sister is the pasta salad master. Our entire family loves it. It feeds a lot or a couple of…
Read MoreUnited Way Day of Action a huge success
More than 65 parents, students, staff, and community members came out to Central High School to volunteer their time getting Central High School ready for the new school year thanks to the Lake Martin Area United Way sponsored event. Volunteers worked on the landscaping, general cleanup, painting, and moving items. Pictured are Sam Lee and Sheriff…
Read MoreBuzzy seen at Lake Martin
Coosa County’s own Buzzy the Buzzard and one of his cousins were recently seen enjoying summer at Lake Martin, taking in some sights outside of Coosa County while enjoying the break. Photo by Pam Weathers
Read MoreVessel crash results in injuries
Special to the News A crash involving a Stratos bass boat and a personal watercraft that occurred at approximately 2:45 a.m. Saturday, July 30, has resulted in injuries of the individuals involved. The operator and the passenger on the personal watercraft both sustained injuries and were transported to Russell Medical Center in Alexander City.…
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