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State of the Schools
Special to the News In the tradition of presidents, governors, etc. we would like to report on the State of the Schools in Coosa County for 2025. Thanks to the hard work of students, staff, administrators, Board members, and family and community members, the Coosa County School system is proud of the progress made in…
Read MoreALEA confirms special agent shot during incident in Montgomery
Special to the News The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) confirms that a special agent assigned to ALEA’s SWAT Team was struck by gunfire during an officer-involved shooting incident that occurred on Wednesday, February 11, at approximately 5:51 p.m. in the 4000 block of Longleaf Drive in Montgomery, located within Montgomery County. The special agent…
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 MoreCourthouse, county offices to close at noon today, Feb. 6
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer The Coosa County Courthouse and county offices will be closing at 12 p.m. today, February 6, to allow employees the opportunity to attend District 4 County Commissioner Ronnie Joiner’s visitation and funeral. The County Commission held an emergency called meeting yesterday afternoon to vote on the matter. With commissioners…
Read MoreYoung adult from Kellyton arrested for DUI
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer A young adult was arrested last Saturday on an alcohol-related charge following a traffic stop. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on January 31, Deputy Parker was on routine patrol when he conducted a traffic stop for a traffic violation. He approached the vehicle and noticed an open container…
Read MoreVehicle check leads to arrest
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer A vehicle check ultimately led to the arrest of a Sylacauga man late last month. On January 23, Deputy Parker was on routine patrol on U.S. Highway 280 when he observed a vehicle parked in a turning lane without its lights on. He stopped to see if the driver…
Read MoreGoodwater man arrested for DUI
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer A Goodwater man was arrested early last month during a routine patrol. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on January 8, while on patrol Deputy Kelley observed a vehicle with a traffic violation. He conducted a traffic stop, and the driver was the only occupant of the vehicle. Kelley…
Read MoreGoodwater man arrested for drugs, assault
By Christa Jennings Senior staff writer A Goodwater man was arrested on drug- and assault-related charges late last month following a phone call. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on January 24, Deputy Parker overheard Goodwater Police Department reporting that it had received a call from Clay County dispatch regarding a rolling domestic violence situation…
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