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County to undergo redistricting, mapping process
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Based on discussion and action taken during the two-part County Commission meeting this month, the county will be moving forward with beginning the redistricting and mapping process based on population changes according to the 2020 census. During its regular monthly meeting the morning of January 10, the commission…
Read MoreEF-3 tornado causes substantial damage in southern Coosa County
Some of the damage sustained in the Nixburg community. Photo by Chris Mann There was extensive damage in the Equality and surrounding communities. Photos by Zachary Chapman By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Only 12 days into the year, Central Alabama has already had 27 confirmed tornadoes during the course of…
Read MoreAlabama ONE Credit Union to acquire First Bank of Wadley
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Changes will be coming for First Bank of Wadley, including the two local branches in Goodwater and Rockford, although what is to change is not yet fully clear. Late last month it was announced that Alabama ONE Credit Union has entered into an agreement to acquire First Bank…
Read MoreRockford approves alcohol license, one-time pay raises
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Rockford Town Council met earlier than usual this month, meeting a week early because of the Christmas holiday. During last Tuesday evening’s meeting the council handled a decent amount of business in a relatively short time frame, with the meeting lasting less than 30 minutes. Glen Fuller…
Read MoreMany enjoy Rockford Christmas events
The Coosa County Sheriff’s Office won first place with its float in the Rockford Rockin’ Coosa Christmas parade. Photo submitted Show Stoppin’ Championship Wrestling won second place in Rockford’s Christmas parade with its float. Photo submitted The Coosa County Commission participates in the Rockford Christmas parade with a float. Photo submitted By Christa Jennings…
Read MoreRockford Christmas event being held tomorrow
Many businesses, individuals and agencies in Rockford have decorated for the season ahead of the town’s Christmas event and parade, such as the Coosa County Courthouse,First Bank, Infinity Coffee Shop & Specialty Store and Infinity Real Estate. Photos by Christa Jennings By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Town of Rockford…
Read MoreBridgeWays planning many programs, events
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A relatively new program for Coosa County youth, BridgeWays has numerous upcoming programs and events for youth and adults alike to enjoy, including a fundraiser and day camps, plus more. Programs for December include day camps when students will be out of school and can attend BridgeWays while…
Read MoreCounty Commission handles organizational business
Following the November 8 general election, the County Commission was sworn into office last Wednesday morning prior to its meeting, with Judge of Probate Richard Dean administering the oath of office as family members of commissioners stood by them. Pictured from left are Bethany Forbus (wife), Knox Forbus (son), District 1 County Commissioner John Forbus,…
Read MoreCounty recognizes Farm-City Week next week
County Commission Chair Bertha K. McElrath signs the proclamation for Coosa County recognizing Farm-City Week during the commission meeting. Photo by Christa Jennings By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During Wednesday morning’s County Commission meeting, Chair Bertha Kelley McElrath signed a proclamation for all Coosa County citizens to join in a statewide effort…
Read MoreHowell, Forbus, Davis win local elections
Political signs have dotted the county’s landscape for months leading up to the election, with more signs being placed in prominent areas, such as polling locations, just before Tuesday’s election. Photo by Christa Jennings By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Following Tuesday’s general election, Coosa County voters selected who would represent them for…
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