How important is compassion in a Christian’s heart?
Some people say Christianity is about a relationship rather than religion. It’s true that a relationship with God through being born again is required to enter the kingdom of God. But what does the Bible say about religion? The Book of James provides insight into that question. Specifically, James 1:27 describes pure and undefiled…
Read MoreCentral High School enjoys annual talent show
On March 28, Jobs for Alabama Graduates (JAG) students presented their annual talent show. This year’s theme was “Coosa’s Got Talent,” drawing inspiration from “America’s Got Talent.” JAG juniors and seniors helped with sign-ups, decorating, security, gathering judges, MCing, and even performing in the talent show. We had an outstanding halftime…
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Read MoreFormer Medicaid provider sentenced to federal prison for health care fraud, aggravated identity theft
Special to the News Last Friday Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, alongside the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Alabama and the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG), announced the sentencing of an Anniston man on charges of health care fraud and identity theft. On April 2,…
Read MoreAG Marshall announces indictment of former International Motor Sports Hall of Fame executive director
Special to the News On Tuesday Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the indictment and arrest of former International Motor Sports Hall of Fame Executive Director Michael Raita, 67, of Chelsea, on one count of the use of public employment for personal gain. Raita turned himself into the Talladega County Sheriff’s Office without incident. The…
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April 8 and 15 A Treasure Forest Landowner Tour will be held at the Goff Family Property on April 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with sign-in at 8 a.m. Meals and snack provided. Attendees must register by April 8. For more information and to register, call Coosa Extension at 256-377-4713. April 10…
Read MoreFamily gathers for Easter
The atheists of 250 A.D.
The year is 250 A.D. It’s Good Friday. Although, technically, there is no “Good Friday.” Not for another hundred years. Tonight, all people who follow “The Way” meet underground. They have to. Followers of The Way are being martyred left and right. They can’t afford to expose themselves and get beheaded. They have…
Read MoreOld Rock Jail tours resume Sunday
The next Richville Volunteer Fire Department Bingo will be Saturday, April 25, at 6:30 p.m. So come out and support your fire department and have fun doing it. They will also have concessions. So, mark your calendars! It’s also time to start thinking about those wonderful Boston butts they sell for Memorial Day. So,…
Read MoreMarch 30 – April 5, 2026
Total jail population as of April 5: 30 Males: 23 Females: 7 ARRESTS On March 30, Deputy Kelley arrested Shannon Doughlas Rudd, a citizen of Estaboga, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail awaiting trial. On April 1, Chief Hammond arrested Zharia Danae…
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