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Rockford Council meeting audio
In response to the recent and specific accusation that we are not accurate or truthful in reporting town business related to the Town of Rockford, we have decided to include audio from the Town Council meetings for anyone who would like to listen to them for themselves. Because of limited space, not every word is…
Read MoreBOE approves lease agreement, personnel matters
Board members were presented with certificates at the February meeting in honor of School Board Member Recognition Month, which was recognized in January. Pictured from left are members Joe Belyeu, Sharon Coffman, Tiffany McCain, Sharon Massie, and Jenny Kimbrell. Photo by Christa Jennings By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During its February meeting,…
Read MoreCelebrating Black History programs in Coosa
Special to the News Submitted by Mamie Ellis On February 9, the alumni attended a program at Central High School sponsored by the Student Government Association. The program guest speaker, a 1989 Central High graduate and native of Goodwater, Sheldon Lauderdale, is employed at NASA as a management and program analyst. Some responsibilities include…
Read MoreRockford approves liquor license, discusses other
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer In continuing last week’s initial coverage of the Rockford Town Council meeting held February 20, the council unanimously approved a liquor license and discussed another business license. Ricardo Sanchez with El Vaqueros 2 addressed the council with his liquor license request. Mayor Scott White recused himself and turned…
Read MoreFree tree giveaway to be held Thursday
Special to the News The Alabama Forestry Commission-Coosa County, Coosa County Extension Office and the Coosa County Forestry Planning Committee will host the annual free Tree Giveaway on Thursday, March 14. Seedlings will be available for pick up at the Rockford Event Center beginning at 8:30 a.m. and going until all seedlings are gone.…
Read MoreSylacauga man dies in Coosa crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 8:25 a.m. Monday, March 4, has claimed the life of a Sylacauga man. Jeremiah J. Johns, 44, was fatally injured when the 2007 BMW 3 Series he was driving left the roadway and struck an embankment before overturning and striking a tree. Johns…
Read MoreFebruary 26 – March 2, 2024
Jail population as of March 2: 35 inmates Males: 31 Females: 4 ARRESTS On February 26, Sergeant Ward arrested Coty Wayne Jones, a citizen of Sylacauga, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $1,000 bond. On February 26, Deputy Middlebrooks arrested…
Read MoreSt. Clair County crash leaves two dead
Special to the News A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:35 p.m. Monday, March 4, has claimed the lives of two people. Joyce A. Lowe, 73, of Ashville, was fatally injured when the 2010 Jeep Patriot, that she was a passenger in, collided head on with a 2004 Crown Victoria driven…
Read MoreHappy 90th birthday, Ms. Christine Owens!
Throughout your 90 years on this earth you have been a true blessing to so many. We pray that your birthday today is extra special and blessed. Thank you for all you do for others, and today, enjoy your day for yourself! May God continue to bless you with good health and happiness in…
Read MoreElmore County pursuit leads to arrest
Special to the News A trooper with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division attempted to stop a Chevrolet Camaro for speeding on Interstate 65 near the 180-mile marker in Elmore County on Monday, March 4. The Camaro failed to stop, and a pursuit ensued. The pursuit continued onto Cobbs Ford Road…
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