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SAFE providing opportunities for Central students
Special to the News Submitted by Jacques Mitchell Central High School (CHS) was excited to offer rising students the opportunity to receive workforce skills through the continued partnership with The Sylacauga Alliance for Family Enhancement (SAFE) Workforce Ready! (WFR!) Program. This opportunity was available this summer to the high school’s upcoming freshmen, sophomores,…
Read MoreSpecial primary election to be held Tuesday
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer While most do not think about August being a time to head to the polls, for Coosa County and voters in some other counties, Tuesday will be a day to cast ballots once again for this election season. Coosa County is located in the Sixth Congressional District, one of…
Read MoreRockford Council presents proclamations
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Rockford Town Council recognized two groups during last Tuesday evening’s Council meeting. During the meeting, Mayor Scott White presented a proclamation to the Rockford Public Library Board. The five-member Board consists of Dorothy Dunlap, Lena Johnston, Katherleen Larmon, Karen McEwen, and Carol Mullendore. The proclamation…
Read MoreBoE approves personnel, annual bids
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During its June meeting, the Board of Education approved resignations, a retirement, new hires, substitute contracts, and annual bids in preparation for the new school year. The Board unanimously approved a letter of intent to retire from fourth grade teacher Lori Blocker Bee, effective August 1. Regarding resignations,…
Read MorePublic comments sought regarding Westwater’s permit application
Coosa Riverkeeper holding public community meeting Monday morning By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer After more than a decade in the works, Westwater Resources has now reached the stage of applying for permits for the Coosa Graphite Project mine, and public comments are now being sought through July 26. The Coosa Graphite Project was…
Read MoreCommission approves items, discusses finances
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During its May and June meetings, the County Commission approved a variety of numerous items and discussed and took action regarding financial matters. District 4 Commissioner Matthew Reams participated in his first County Commission meeting in June. Commissioner John Forbus was absent from the meeting, and all other…
Read MoreBreaking: Munford woman injured in Hatchet Creek boat crash
Special to the News A two-vessel crash that occurred at approximately 7:15 p.m. Friday, June 26, resulted in two individuals being ejected and one injury. Natasha L. Holt, 38, of Munford, who was a passenger in the 17-foot Bumblebee Bass boat, was ejected when the Bumblebee collided with the 17-foot Nova Bass boat, operated by…
Read MoreCentral High School honors Pamela Belyeu for her 22 years serving students of Coosa County
Special to the News The last day of school for teachers was bittersweet as we bid farewell to an exemplary teacher and a true friend to both the students and staff at Central Coosa, Pamela Belyeu. Staff members surprised Belyeu with a celebration to honor her 22 years of service in Coosa County Schools.…
Read MorePrimary runoff sees low turnout statewide
Polling Location # Ballots Cast Voter Turnout Cottage Grove 29 9.67% Equality 141 23.82% Goodwater 116 9.01% Hanover 57 17.22% Kellyton 129 11.45% Marble Valley 44 15.02% Mt. Olive 36 10.11% Ray 58 8.92% Richville 77 16.92% Rockford 136 15.63% Stewartville 147 11.41% Weogufka 84 14.00% Total 1071 13.14% By Christa Jennings Senior Staff…
Read MorePrimary runoff election to be held Tuesday
Special primary election to be held August 11 By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Following last month’s primary election, voters will once again return to the polls on Tuesday for the primary runoff election. For Coosa County, there is one office appearing on the Democratic Party runoff ballot. Coosa’s Republican Party runoff ballot…
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