Community
Communities need invested representation
OK, thinking maybe I need to back off on writing community columns because a second week in a row I started writing my political opinion instead of about the nothing that really happens in Equality and Nixburg other than the happenings at my homestead. I will just say that I want an invested community member…
Read MoreServe and Protect Review: February 2-8, 2026
Jail population as of Feb. 8: 51 inmates Males: 42 Females: 9 ARRESTS On February 4, Chief Hammond arrested Clifford Bernard Ellis, a citizen of Birmingham, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $500 bond. On February 4, Chief Hammond arrested Lacey Page…
Read MoreKellyton residents show opposition to proposed quarry
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer Prior to its regular monthly Town Council meeting Tuesday, the Town of Kellyton held a public meeting regarding the proposed quarry and voicing opposition to the project. All five Town Council members were present for the meeting, with Mayor Johnny Sharpe absent because of illness. Other elected officials in…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office presents annual awards
Special to the News On December 18, Sheriff Michael Howell hosted the annual Coosa County Sheriff’s Office End of Year Review and Christmas Dinner. In addition to reviewing accomplishments and statistics for the 2025 year, Howell took the opportunity to honor employees and volunteers and award some with plaques in recognition of their accomplishments and…
Read MoreIn memory of Ronnie Joiner
By Denise S. Nelson A good friend just passed. A lot of you knew him. Here’s a picture I snapped of him with a baby chick in his pocket. He was a character! My heart goes out to his family and friends. Thank you, Ronnie, for telling me to call you any time I needed…
Read MoreA common problem in Rockford
Now that Rockford is blessed with four restaurants, I think it is time they face up to a common problem. It’s the water. We are grateful for an abundance of water for cleaning. But to serve it as a beverage or, heaven forbid, use it to make tea or coffee…it needs to be filtered.…
Read MoreCommunity Calendar
February 26 It’s that time again! Summer Camp registration is now OPEN. This year’s theme is mythical creatures! The cost of camp is $175 and includes lodging, meals, a shirt, and most importantly lots of fun! Spots will go quick! Half of the payment is due by check or money order by Feb. 26! The…
Read MoreNobody can mess up God’s plan
What the devil meant for evil, God turned it into a great blessing. God is such an awesome God. He is too wise for anything and anybody to stop Him from doing what He wants to do. What He has for you is for you, and no one can take it away. I was truly…
Read MoreNew neighbors; importance of supporting local
It has been so bitterly cold that I have not been able to function very well. We live in an old house that was not designed to endure bitter cold other than five fireplaces. We have been trying to update and renovate, but with retirement in our midst with fixed incomes we have been…
Read MoreLocal tax services to begin Wednesday
Winter is definitely here as of this week. I finally had to turn on the heater in my pumphouse, as well as leave water dripping. From the forecast for next week, it’s not a lot better. However, while we had no snow or ice at my house, many people had to deal with both,…
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