Local GOP to host Candidate Fair April 11
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer The Coosa County Republican Party will host a Candidate Fair in April to allow candidates an opportunity to meet and talk with local voters. The Candidate Fair will be held Saturday, April 11, from 2 to 6 p.m. at The Old Rockford School. The event is expected to feature…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office seeking public’s assistance in locating missing Sylacauga man
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Sylacauga man has been missing for nearly nine months now, and the Coosa County Sheriff’s Office is seeking any information from the public regarding his potential whereabouts and where he may have been seen since then. Shannon Lee Morris is a 35-year-old Black male, standing at 5-feet 9-inches…
Read MoreGoodwater man arrested for reckless endangerment
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Goodwater man was arrested earlier this month on two charges, including reckless endangerment, following a pursuit. On February 7, Deputy Brown was on stationary patrol on County Road 50 in Kellyton when he observed an all-terrain vehicle approaching quickly behind him. He saw a gray side-by-side with a…
Read MoreGoodwater man arrested for meth, other charge
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer On February 8, the Coosa County Sheriff’s Office picked up Christopher Nicholas Williams from the St. Clair County Jail and arrested him for outstanding warrants from Coosa County. Williams; 39 years old, of Goodwater; was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and obstructing justice by using a false identity. His…
Read MoreGeorgia man arrested on drug-related charges
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Georgia man was arrested for marijuana and a related charge following a traffic stop. On February 8, Deputy Kelley was on patrol on U.S. Highway 231 when he observed a vehicle with a minor traffic violation and initiated a traffic stop. As he approached the vehicle, Kelley…
Read MoreWork begins on Outdoor Forrest Classroom
Special to the News Students and staff started work this week on the arboretum trail of trees to the entrance of the outdoor classroom. The trail will include 25 labeled trees, as well as an ADA-accessible walkway. The Outdoor Forrest Classroom will connect the school with the current Outdoor Classroom, easing accessibility for students and…
Read MoreKellyton woman arrested for DUI
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Kellyton woman was arrested earlier this month for driving under the influence following a traffic stop. On February 6, deputies Kelley and Brown were on routine patrol on U.S. Highway 280 when they came across a vehicle traveling at an excessive rate of speed and proceeded to conduct…
Read MoreIndie author Negrita Smart announces new nonfiction children’s book for ages 2-6, releasing this spring
Special to the News Indie’s children author Negrita Smart, a native of Dadeville, has announced the upcoming release of “Daniel Chooses to Forgive,” a nonfiction picture book for ages 2-6, set to launch this spring. Designed to introduce young readers to kindness, forgiveness and learning how to mend friendships, “Daniel Chooses to Forgive”…
Read MoreCoffman seeks reelection to Board of Education
Special to the News My name is Sharon Coffman. I would like to announce my candidacy for re-election for Board of Education, District 4, Coosa County. I have been privileged to serve on the Board for almost six years. I am a retired elementary school teacher with a master’s degree from Auburn University. I…
Read MoreWoman, man arrested for burglary, theft
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Lineville woman and Kellyton man were arrested Tuesday on burglary- and theft-related charges from the Nixburg area. On Tuesday, February 17, the Sheriff’s Office received a call for a burglary in progress on County Road 61. The caller reported seeing the individuals on his phone, which was…
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