Area News
Alpine man arrested for controlled substance
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer An Alpine man was arrested on a controlled substance charge following a traffic stop. On July 1, Deputy Moeser received a call about a reckless driver and was given a description of the vehicle. Upon locating the vehicle in question, Moeser observed erratic driving. He proceeded to conduct…
Read MorePedestrian bridge for Pinhoti Trail to be considered over U.S. Highway 78
Bridge would enhance safety, woodland experience along Alabama’s longest footpath Special to the News A project to enhance the Pinhoti Trail that was first highlighted as a trail need in 2019 in the Pinhoti Master Plan is officially underway, with initial plans to construct a dedicated pedestrian bridge over U.S. Highway 78 near Heflin.…
Read MoreNation vs. government
I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable American Independence Day and spent some time reflecting upon how fortunate we, and the world, are that America exists. Anyone who knows me knows I believe America is the greatest nation in the world. So as not to confuse, let’s get on the same page. There…
Read MoreNominate your pick for Bama’s Best Surf & Turf
Special to the News There’s still time to nominate your pick for the dish worthy of being named Bama’s Best Surf & Turf. The steps are simple. First, find the Bama’s Best Surf & Turf post on the Sweet Grown Alabama Facebook page. Then, leave a comment on the post noting your preferred dish,…
Read MoreJuly 7-13, 2025
Jail population as of July 13: 49 inmates Males: 36 Females: 13 ARRESTS On July 7, Sgt. Ward arrested Terry Louis Kelly, a citizen of Kellyton, on the charges of Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle X 2. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a total bond of $15,000. On…
Read MoreDay of Action to be held next Friday
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Lake Martin Area United Way will hold its annual Day of Action at Central High School Coosa County next Friday, and it is not too late to sign up to volunteer. Coosa Central’s Day of Action will be from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 18. All…
Read MoreSix individuals injured in Lake Martin fireworks explosion
Special to the News A single vessel-related incident involving unpermitted fireworks occurred at approximately 9:14 p.m. last Friday, July 4, resulting in an explosion that injured six individuals. A pontoon boat that had been modified into a fireworks platform malfunctioned during a planned fireworks celebration, resulting in an onboard explosion. The…
Read MoreMeet Chad “Chig” Martin for 2026 Alabama gubernatorial race
Special to the News Chad “Chig” Martin wears many hats as an Alabama entrepreneur, but felt inspired to throw another into the 2026 Alabama gubernatorial race, igniting a profound grassroots campaign. Martin was born, raised and decided to stay in Enterprise. He founded Thunder Industrial Supply Company and established the first hemp dispensary in…
Read MoreBack-to-School Sales Tax Holiday next weekend
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Shoppers will have the opportunity to save on back-to-school items next weekend, including some clothing and computers, as numerous such items will be exempt from state sales taxes. Alabama’s twentieth annual sales tax holiday for school-related items will begin at 12:01 a.m. next Friday and end at midnight Sunday,…
Read MoreALEA releases 2025 Independence Day holiday traffic, boating enforcement results
Troopers emphasizing safety as summer travel season continues Special to the News As the summer season reaches its peak, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, or ALEA, is releasing highway and marine patrol enforcement results from the Fourth of July travel period, which began at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, July 3, and concluded at 11:59…
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