Be strong in the faith
It was probably the greatest era for heavyweight boxing. In no other time has there been the number of quality heavyweight fighters duking it out amongst themselves. Heavyweight boxing was in its heyday in the 1970s with haymakers being thrown left and right. Names like Ali, Foreman, Frazier, and Norton were prevalent in that…
Read MoreTuscaloosa tax preparer convicted on two felony counts, ordered to repay more than $63,000 and permanently barred from practice
Special to the News Last Wednesday, Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the conviction of Keisha McBride, a tax preparer, on two felony tax charges. McBride, 35, of Tuscaloosa, pleaded guilty last Tuesday to felony charges for willfully aiding or assisting in the preparation of false tax returns and for willfully attempting to evade paying…
Read MoreSuggestions sought for sign sayings
I am still waiting on some estimates to replace the galvanized roof on Jenny’s General. I did get a reasonable estimate, bit more than I have on hand, for a more modern, colored metal roof. I think I just want to go with the standard galvanized panels that have been on the roof for…
Read MoreImprovements celebrated at Little River State Forest, Claude D. Kelley Recreational Area
Special to the News Local leaders and state government representatives were in attendance on Tuesday, April 14, for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the new features at Little River State Forest located near Atmore in south Alabama. The event was hosted by the Alabama Forestry Commission. State Sen. Greg Albritton commented, “Little…
Read MoreADOC interdiction efforts disrupt contraband smuggling attempt
Special to the News On April 18, at approximately 1 a.m., the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) successfully disrupted a coordinated contraband smuggling attempt at Fountain Correctional Facility through a multi-layered, intelligence-driven interdiction effort. A trespasser at Fountain Correctional Facility triggered a coordinated response involving facility staff, specialized units and external law enforcement partners.…
Read MoreApril 13-19, 2026
Jail population as of April 19: 30 inmates Males: 24 Females: 6 ARRESTS On April 14, Deputy Kelley arrested Brodie Jackson of Oneonta on the charge of Attempting to Elude a Police Officer and Reckless Endangerment. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $17,500 bond. On April 16, Deputy Kelley arrested…
Read MoreThe problem with fear
I woke up thinking about you. There I was, at 4:41 a.m., sitting in my living room, wondering about you. I heard the doctor gave you bad news. And I couldn’t help but imagine how afraid you must be. Fear is a curse. A primal heirloom, passed down through our DNA. A gift from…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
Weekly Unity Fellowship Church; located at 8780 Coosa County Road 56, Weogufka, 35183; is having Bible Study each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the church with a meal provided. If you would please contact Martha Mooney at 205-249-0472 or Pat Green Gaither at 256-391-7353 to confirm each Wednesday of any cancellation.…
Read MoreCLassifieds and legals
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Read MorePlatform failures
We grew up as high school friends, and he became a music leader for church congregations. He told me the most embarrassing day was when he mounted the steps to the platform to begin worship, tripped and fell headlong onto the floor. Fortunately, he wasn’t hurt, but there are better ways to begin worship. I…
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