Goodwater man arrested for drugs, assault
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer A Goodwater man was arrested on drug- and assault-related charges late last month following a phone call. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on January 24, Deputy Parker overheard Goodwater Police Department reporting that it had received a call from Clay County dispatch regarding a rolling domestic violence situation…
Read MoreSchmidt announces candidacy for Commission District 4
Special to the News I am Johnnie Schmidt, candidate for Coosa County Commission District 4. I have lived in Rockford since 1980, except for a few years after high school. Speaking of high school, I graduated from Coosa County High School in 1982, where I met my wife, Robin Shaw Schmidt. We have been married…
Read MoreMassie seeks reelection to BOE
Special to the News My name is Sharon Eason Massie, and I have qualified to run as candidate for Coosa County District I Board of Education. I have served as the District I representative for the past six years. Prior to these six years, I worked 36 years for the Coosa County Board in various…
Read MoreObituaries – Feb. 6, 2026
Jamella “Sue” Fuller Graveside Service for Ms. Jamella “Sue” Fuller, 70, of Goodwater, was Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the Hillview Memorial Park. Randy Anderson officiated. Ms. Fuller passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. She was born on June 13, 1955, in Alexander City to Edwin Dewayne Price and Mary Jo Roberts Mason. She…
Read MoreRonnie Joiner obituary
Ronnie Dell Joiner Ronnie Dell Joiner, age 71, of Rockford, Alabama, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 2, 2026. Born in Tallapoosa County, Ala., Ronnie lived a life defined by service, hard work, and devotion to family and community. He proudly served in the United States Army Reserves and National Guard for 34…
Read MoreCandidates qualify for local offices for 2026 elections
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer With qualifying for the two major political parties having ended last Friday, Coosa County’s Democratic and Republican parties have announced their candidates who have qualified to be on the ballot this year. For the Coosa County Democratic Party, Chair Nieshia Whetstone reported that three incumbents qualified to run again…
Read MoreAnnual senior government field trip to capital
Special to the News Central seniors were given the opportunity to visit the three branches of state government as the Alabama legislature was starting its 2026 session. The seniors started off their day with a tour of the Alabama State Capitol led by their instructor. Students toured the former Supreme Court chamber and former House and Senate chambers…
Read MoreDebra Lamberth qualifies for third term as revenue commissioner
Special to the News I am truly humbled and grateful to the citizens of Coosa County for allowing me to serve you as revenue commissioner for another term. Being able to appear on the ballot unopposed for my third term in office is an honor that I do not take lightly. I have…
Read MoreLongtime Trump ally John Wahl formally announces campaign for lieutenant governor
Special to the News John Wahl, outgoing chair of the Alabama Republican Party, on Tuesday formally announced his campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama following President Donald J. Trump’s public endorsement. “President Trump understands that Alabama needs a lieutenant governor who will fight unapologetically for the America First agenda – and that’s why he…
Read MoreCommission changes voting location, reviews Rebuild Ala. Annual report
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer As reported last week, the regular monthly County Commission meeting held January 13 saw much discussion with only about 30 minutes spent on action items, though the Commission approved nearly all remaining agenda items during that time. Relating to elections, the Commission unanimously approved changing the Mt. Olive voting…
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