Central High School announces Teacher of the Month, Justine Clark
Congratulations to Justine Clark for being chosen as the Teacher of the Month. This is Mrs. Clark’s fourth year working at Central High School (CHS) as a paraprofessional overseeing students in seventh through twelfth grades on their intervention and Edgenuity coursework. Mrs. Clark’s philosophy when working with each of our students is to love them. She added, “Love them on their…
Read MoreTwo arrested on contraband charges
Special to the News On Wednesday, October 1, two individuals attempted to promote prison contraband at Ventress Correctional Facility. The Alabama Department of Corrections K-9 and Narcotics units initiated an investigation. The suspects were identified as Reco Dynell Harris and Ariyana Cateera Edwards. ADOC agents collaborated with the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force to…
Read MoreALEA participates in National Pedestrian Safety Month: Drivers urged to stay alert, slow down
Special to the News October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is partnering with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind drivers to stay alert and look out for pedestrians, because every step matters. In 2024, Alabama experienced a tragic toll on…
Read MoreWalk and Talk, Science Fair, parent conferences a success
The Central High School Walk and Talk, which included the Coosa County Science Fair and parent conferences, was held last Thursday, October 2. While coming to view the science fair projects, parents were also given an opportunity to conference with their child’s teacher to find out ways they can help their child improve…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
October 2025 Notice: Farm Day for October at the Weogufka Center has been canceled. We look forward to seeing you in the spring at Mule Day! Watch the Weogufka Center Facebook page for upcoming events, bingo, fried apple pie sale, and more! October 10 The Coosa County Cattlemen’s Association will meet at 6:30 p.m.…
Read MoreSept. 29 – Oct. 5, 2025
Jail population as of Oct. 5: 42 inmates Males: 33 Females: 9 ARRESTS On September 29, Deputy Brown arrested Benjamin Caleb Mullins, a citizen of Sylacauga, on the charge of Assault 3rd Degree. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with $2,500 bond. On September 30, Deputy Brown arrested Charity Lynn Hamilton, a…
Read MoreCOOSA COUNTY SCHOOLS WEEKLY CALENDAR
Monday 10/13/2025 Tuesday 10/14/2025 Wednesday 10/15/2025 Thursday 10/16/2025 Friday 10/17/2025 Breakfast: French Toast Packs or Cereal or Poptarts(2) Lunch:Tater Tot Casserole, Green Beans, Whole Grain Bread OR Sack Lunch OR Chef Salad After School: Pull-A-Part Bread, Cheezit, Carrot Sticks Breakfast: Breakfast Sandwich or Cereal or Poptarts (2) Lunch: Chicken Bites, California Mixed, Veggies…
Read MoreHow autosomal DNA testing is revolutionizing genealogical research
In the past decade, a quiet revolution has taken place in the world of family history research, and at its heart lies a tiny molecule with massive power. That little molecule is commonly known as DNA. More specifically, autosomal DNA testing has emerged as a transformative tool in uncovering ancestral roots, especially for African…
Read MoreAG Marshall announces sentencing of former Medicaid employee for $100,000 theft by deception
Special to the News On Monday Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that former Alabama Medicaid employee Natalie Lewis has been sentenced for aggravated theft by deception in connection with the theft of more than $100,000. Lewis pleaded guilty to the charge in August. Lewis admitted to using her position as a Medicaid employee to…
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