February 9-15, 2026
Jail population as of Feb. 15: 40 inmates Males: 34 Females: 6 ARRESTS On February 9, Chief Hammond arrested Dana Michelle Broom, a citizen of Enterprise, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court X 2. She was processed into the Coosa County Jail with no bond. On February 9, Chief Hammond arrested…
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John Robert Duke John R. Duke; 86, of Brentwood, Tenn.; passed away with his devoted family by his side February 16, 2026. On April 28, 1939, John Robert Duke was born in Weogufka, Ala. He was the oldest son of Kermit Lenzy Duke and Mary Lyle Duke. John grew up helping raise corn and…
Read MoreRevenue stream needs economic development, growth
As you know, we lost our District 4 Commissioner Ronnie Joiner. Ronnie was a patriot who loved this county and our citizens. He worked hard not only for his district, but the entire county. I appreciate the County Commission closing the courthouse to allow our employees to attend the funeral. Ronnie often passed through…
Read MoreDrone sighting leads to ADOC K-9 arrest near Ventress Correctional Facility
Special to the News On Sunday, February 15, the ADOC K-9 team assigned to Ventress Correctional Facility was notified about a drone sighting on state property. Officers located a suspect in the area, and investigation revealed that he was the drone pilot. Investigation also revealed another suspect, Landon Shane Ezell, in the area. ADOC…
Read MoreADOC K-9 makes contraband arrest at Staton Correctional Facility
Special to the News On Saturday, February 14, the ADOC K-9 team assigned to Staton Correctional Facility arrested suspects Tyrone Davis and Kelvin Gibbons on charges of trafficking methamphetamine, trafficking synthetic cannabinoids, possession of marijuana, and second-degree attempting to promote prison contraband. A backpack was discovered in their possession containing the following items: Approximately…
Read MoreGov. Ivey encourages Alabamians to prepare for severe weather tax-free
Special to the News With Alabama’s spring tornado season fast approaching, last Friday Gov. Kay Ivey encouraged families and businesses across the state to take advantage of a tax-free opportunity to prepare. Alabama’s annual Severe Weather Preparedness Tax Holiday will take place today, February 20, through Sunday, February 22. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. February…
Read MoreKen McFeeters appeals ALGOP decision to not look into Tuberville’s residency
Special to the News Submitted by Ken McFeeters Please let this letter/email serve as my formal appeal of the decision by the Alabama Republican Party Steering Committee to refuse to review my candidate challenge regarding Tommy Tuberville and whether he meets the clear requirements laid out in Article V, Section 117 of the Alabama…
Read MoreThe history and future as seen by an outsider: Part 4
First let me explain the title for this series of columns. I am not from Coosa County, have no family from Coosa County (except some ancestors of my husband) and have only lived in Coosa County for about 28 years. Most of you have lived here all your lives and/or have family going back…
Read MoreRep. Rogers invites local high schoolers to participate in 2026 Congressional Art Competition
Winning art piece will be displayed in U.S. Capitol Building Special to the News On Wednesday U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (AL-03) invited local high schoolers to participate in the annual Congressional Art Competition. Every year, this nationwide competition offers high schoolers in Alabama’s Third Congressional District and across the country the opportunity to showcase…
Read MoreWhat about the rapture?
The idea of a “rapture” is not taught in the Bible! Some people teach that Jesus is going to secretly return to the earth and take all righteous people, both the living and the dead, to heaven where they will live for seven years. I cannot find this teaching anywhere in my Bible. What does…
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