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U-Haul rental business staying busy
Adding U-Haul rentals to Jenny’s General Store has not only added a service to the business, but also some additional responsibilities to my life. I honestly did not realize how popular it would be. Within days a trailer was rented, then a truck was dropped off and rented again within a day; however, there…
Read MoreProvidence to host back-to-school kid’s day tomorrow
Goodbye summer, hello school! July was a busy month with the Fourth of July holiday, my birthday and the arrival of another great-grand! August 6 will be the first day of school so get ready to see those big yellow buses back on the road. The next Richville Volunteer Fire Department Bingo will be…
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August 2 The Goodwater Ministerial Alliance is sponsoring free ice cream for kindergarten and first grade students attending Central Elementary School Coosa County. Visit the ice cream shop on Highway 9 in downtown Goodwater on Sunday, August 2, from 1 to 7 p.m., and representatives with the Ministerial Alliance will purchase ice cream for those…
Read MoreJuly 13-19, 2026
Jail population as of July 19: 50 inmates Males: 43 Females: 7 ARRESTS On July 13, Deputy Hubbard arrested Christopher Donald Searcy, a resident of Montgomery, on the charge of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $10,000 bond. On July 14, Deputy Payton arrested Coty Wayne…
Read MoreYou can do anything you choose
Our prayers and condolences go to the Leonard families in the loss of Mrs. Mae Leonard and all other bereaved families. We pray for our sick loved ones who are home, in the hospital and nursing homes, and who are in much pain. My niece Kim Hill needs much prayer. What do you do…
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I saw a Facebook post the other day that made me think. It was written about church, but can apply to all areas of life from community, family, volunteerism, etc. It was titled “The Most Useless Man” (but applies to women, too!). Attends every service but never serves, Knows all the answers but helps…
Read MoreHistorical Society meeting tomorrow; Providence fish fry Wednesday
This Sunday, July 26, at 2 p.m. the quarterly Historical Society meeting will be held at The Old Rockford School. Our guest speaker will be Larry Caver with the Old Autauga Historical Society. His topic will be “Beginning: A Quest of Your family History.” The meeting is open to the public in addition to…
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June 23-July 21 Come join the Rockford Public Library for its Summer Reading Program! The Summer Reading Program will be held June 23, and July 7 and 21, at 2:30 p.m. at Rockford Public Library, located inside Town Hall. Fun, snacks and giveaways! For more information call 256-377-4911. July 18 Millerville Trade Day: Third…
Read MoreRichville VFD to host bingo tomorrow
The next Richville Volunteer Fire Department Bingo will be tomorrow, July 18, starting at 6:30 p.m. Also, they will be serving concessions. So, come out for a good time for a good cause. Next Sunday, July 26, the quarterly Historical Society meeting will be held at 2 p.m. at The Old Rockford School. Our…
Read MoreEquality Methodist hosting picnic, music tomorrow
Sorry if you missed it, but Coosa Live had a great performance in their welcome back gathering by Vintage Vibe last Saturday. Not sure when the next event will be scheduled, but I know Rodger is wanting to book regular events again. Several people have asked as they have missed having a place to…
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