HIPPY hosts graduation celebration
Special to the News The Weogufka HIPPY, or Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters, program ended on May 17 with a wonderful graduation ceremony held in the beautiful newly renovated auditorium at the Weogufka Center for Arts, Entertainment and Education. Several families were in attendance; including parents, children,…
Read MoreRockford resolves Utilities Board member terms
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During last Tuesday evening’s meeting of the Rockford Town Council, it seemed the town had resolved the ongoing issue and confusion surrounding the terms of the Utilities Board members. Councilmember Shirley Ogle was absent from the meeting, with all other members present, including new Councilmember Lynn Anne Castleberry.…
Read MoreJ. D. Thompson Alumni Association reviews spring activities
Dr. Evelyn Causey, Alabama Historical Commission, and Dr. Keith Hebert, Auburn University. Photo submitted Dr. Elijah Gaddis and Dr. Keith Hebert. Photo submitted Special to the News The J. D. Thompson High School Alumni Association has planned many activities for 2022, all of which will be safe, fun, educational, and healthy for…
Read MoreOn this day in CCN history
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The first letter to the editor for “The Coosa County News” was published in its May 27, 1992, edition – 30 years ago today. The letter was penned by Nick Bringas and spoke of concerns regarding the way elected representatives “have neglected the needs of their constituents.” In…
Read MoreALEA kicks off “101 Days of Safety” with Memorial Day weekend
Special to the News This Memorial Day weekend, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is kicking off 101 days of safety throughout the summer months, beginning with the busy holiday weekend on Friday, May 27, and ending on Labor Day, September 5, which, for many, is the last major holiday weekend of the summer…
Read MoreALEA announces DHS preparedness grants, deadline
Special to the News The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) would like to remind all local governments and eligible nonprofits throughout the state of the upcoming grant application deadline for two programs which provide critical funding to help state and local officials prepare for, prevent, protect against, and respond to acts of terrorism and other…
Read MoreCheese Ball
Recipe submitted by Christine Owens This traditional cheese ball recipe is simple to make and gives you a nice light snack perfect for these Alabama springs and summers! Ingredients: 8 oz. soft spread sharp cheddar cheese 8 oz. cream cheese 2 Tbs. margarine 2 tsp. chopped pimento 2 tsp. chopped green pepper…
Read MoreImportance of having locally owned newspaper
Another GREAT edition of “The Coosa County News” last week! I am loving these 12 page editions. The article on the 30 years of providing news for Coosa County was really interesting, and I just wish more people would understand the importance of having a locally owned and operated newspaper. I hear so many…
Read MoreBrenda Gantt – Bigger than life
I’ve met many famous people throughout my career – presidents, movie stars, authors, Miss Americas, singers, athletes, politicians, and more. Some have been impressive, others not so much. Some have had great personalities and seemed genuine, while others were as fake as the thick makeup they wore. Some celebrities are genuine to the core…
Read MoreInaugural Central softball alumni game
Seventeen alumni plus family and friends came back to C.A. Doyle Field to play in the inaugural softball alumni game. Thank you to Addi Whaley and Beverly Burks for organizing the event, as well as Coach Elliott and Coach Weeks for preparing the field. Weeks also umpired the game in which his mom, Kimberly Moncreif,…
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