Fun with fishing
Makhi Morris, 10 years old, caught the biggest fish at the fishing derby, with a catfish weighing 15.5 pounds. Photo submitted Ten-year-old Makhi Morris; pictured with his mother, Da’Vandria Garrett; won second place in the fishing derby and also caught the biggest fish. Photo submitted Mr. Sam and Mr. Oscar Barclay,…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
July 24 Unity Presbyterian Church; established 1858, located at 8780 Coosa County Road 56, Weogufka, 35183; invites everyone Sunday, July 24, to Home Coming to celebrate 164 years. Sunday School is 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Worship service starts at 11 a.m. Speaker for the event to be Rev. Tom Anderson. There will be special…
Read MoreReturn ‘Em Right targets survival of released fish
A SeaQualizer descending device is used to lower a red snapper to a certain depth to allow it return to the reef and maximize survival. Photo submitted Nick Haddad shows off the descending device that will be sent to anglers who complete the education modules at returnemright.org. Photo submitted A venting tool is…
Read MoreWhat Rockford needs
Hi, folks! You know what this town needs? Besides parking, speed bumps, crosswalks, paved roads, businesses, and a few other things? Recycling. A business opportunity waiting to happen. You know I do get around some and have family all over. And other rural areas have recycling opportunities. Some places have county-run transfer stations where…
Read MoreClassifieds & Legals
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Read MoreObituaries
Ruby Lorraine Maxwell A home-going celebration in loving memory of Ruby Lorraine Maxwell with graveside services was held Friday, July 1, 2022, at Elam #2 Baptist Church Cemetery in Kellyton with Rev. Autry Powell Jr. officiating. Sister Ruby Lorraine Maxwell was born October 6, 1933, to the late Adele and Ruby McGhee in Coosa…
Read MoreEnjoy life while you can
I’m sorry about not having a column last week. I had been on a trip and then had some technical issues that were out of my control. I hope everyone had a great Fourth of July. I know I did spending it with family and friends, missed those that were unable to make it.…
Read MoreCoosa County schools $1.6 million Literacy Everywhere grant kicks off with Back to School nights
10 free books for every student The Literacy Everywhere grant is a 5-year grant that will be used to improve literacy, create a culture of reading and promote reading to learn in kindergarten through twelfth grade. The grant involves partnerships with Alabama Parent Education, the Coosa County Sheriff’s Office, the Goodwater Police Department, the Department of…
Read MoreSunscreen 101
Ask Accordia: Last week I went to the store to buy sunscreen, but was overwhelmed by all the different brands, SPFs and more. Help; how do I choose? You are right – the sunscreen aisle at our local stores can be overwhelming with so many options available. Choosing the right sunscreen matters, especially…
Read MoreBaptizing
Sent by Paul Shaw A man is stumbling through the woods totally drunk when he comes upon a preacher baptizing people in the river. He proceeds to walk into the water and subsequently bumps into the preacher. The preacher turns around and is almost overcome by the smell of alcohol, whereupon he asks the…
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