Area News
August 24-30, 2026
Jail population as of August 30: 30 inmates Males: 24 Females: 6 ARRESTS On August 25, Deputy Kelley arrested Harbson NMN Thompson Jr., a citizen of Kellyton, on the charges of Obstructing Governmental Operations and Resisting Arrest. He was booked and processed into the Coosa County Jail with a bond of $3,500. On August…
Read MoreCentral High School announces September Students of the Month
Ryleigh Norris is a wonderful seventh grade student who brings dedication, kindness and a positive attitude to school each day. She is the daughter of Rachael and Chris Norris and lives in the Waterford community. One of her favorite things about school is reading. English is her favorite subject because she genuinely loves getting…
Read MoreKellyton adopts noise ordinance, more
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Kellyton Town Council addressed old and new business during its August meeting, including a noise ordinance the Council had adopted. With no meeting in July because of the lack of a quorum, during this month’s meeting Mayor Johnny Sharpe reported that Noise Ordinance 2026-05-05 was adopted and…
Read MoreAlabama ONE celebrates 75 years with $750 donations
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Alabama ONE Credit Union is celebrating 75 years of service this year with celebrations at its various branches while making donations to nonprofits in the communities, including Rockford and Goodwater. Earlier this month Alabama ONE representatives visited the Rockford and Goodwater branches…
Read MoreCougar football opens season with a win against Fayetteville
Special to the News The Central Cougars opening game against the Fayetteville Wolves at Fayetteville gave the Cougars a win to start off their season. The Cougars went into halftime with a score of 6 to 6 after Keshaun Willingham scored a touchdown with a 12-yard pass from quarterback Waylon Chapman Allen. The score was tied again at…
Read MoreTraffic stop leads to drug-related arrest
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A traffic stop led to the arrest of a Sylacauga man on drug-related charges earlier this month. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on August 9, Deputy Kelley was patrolling U.S. Highway 280 when he observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and…
Read MoreHissop man dies in Coosa County crash
Special to the News A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, has claimed the life of a man who had connections to Coosa County. Rickey T. Montz, 68, of Kellyton, and previously of Plano, Texas, was fatally injured when the 2013 Lincoln MKS he was driving left the roadway…
Read MoreNew My Outdoor Alabama license system went live August 24
By David Rainer Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources When hunting and fishing licenses for the 2026-2027 seasons became available Monday, buyers are now able to purchase their licenses through a new, updated license system. The new My Outdoor Alabama system is available by going directly to www.myoutdooralabama.com to start the license buying process, including logging…
Read MoreA letter to Morgan
Dearest Morgan, It’s four in the morning. And I’m awake. Just sitting here. Thinking about you. I haven’t slept since your last text. Your text about how doctors placed you under hospice care. Your text asking me to come say one last goodbye. Here I am, in the dark of morning, sitting…
Read MoreChurch Briefs:
October 11 Weogufka Second Baptist Church will have Homecoming on Sunday, October 12, starting at 10 a.m. All are welcome to join us for this special service. Weekly Unity Fellowship Church; located at 8780 Coosa County Road 56, Weogufka, 35183; is having Bible Study each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of…
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