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I found this one in “Reader’s Digest.” Late one night, a policeman pulls a man over for speeding and asks him, “Where are you going in such a hurry?” The man says, “I am going to hear a lecture on drinking and smoking and staying out late at night.” The policeman asks, “Who…
Read MorePipe among Alabama-made products being installed at State Parks
By David Rainer Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources One of the goals for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is to use Alabama-sourced materials as much as possible for construction projects, especially for the $228 million in expenditures to upgrade, renovate and enhance its 21 State…
Read MoreMississippi woman injured in vessel-related fire in Cullman County
Special to the News A single-vessel related fire that occurred at approximately 6 p.m. Sunday, July 6, has resulted in the injury of a Mississippi woman. Katherine E. Goodwin; 30, of Florence, Miss.; was injured as the 20-foot Runabout vessel she was a passenger on caught on fire. Goodwin and the three other…
Read MoreGov. Ivey deploys search, rescue team to Texas
Special to the News Yesterday Gov. Kay Ivey announced Alabama is assisting Texas in their search and rescue mission following the devastating flooding. The 40-person team being deployed includes Alabama Task Force 1 out of Mobile, Tuscaloosa Fire and Saraland Fire. “Search and rescue remains the goal, and Alabama is going to do all…
Read MoreScenes from an American Walmart
A small-town Walmart. Rural. Lots of rusty trucks and 20-year-old cars. Busy. Tons of people from different walks. The first thing you pass when you enter the crowded store is the greeter. An older Black woman, sitting on a stool. Blue vest. Her smile is communicable. There’s something so happy in her eyes.…
Read MoreCommission approves proclamation, razing building
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer During its June meeting, held in two parts, the County Commission approved a proclamation honoring two long-time school coaches and razing a county building, among other matters. In its regular meeting, with Commissioner Ronnie Joiner unable to attend, the Commission unanimously approved a proclamation presented by Vice Chair…
Read MoreTwo inmates baptized in Hatchet Creek
Special to the News On Tuesday, June 24, Sheriff Michael Howell, Jail Administrator Shelia Thomas and other staff members escorted two Coosa County inmates to Hatchet Creek to be baptized. The Jail Ministry Team, under the Central Baptist Association, ministers to the Coosa County inmates weekly. Members of the Jail Ministry Team…
Read MoreRepublican attorney Caroleene Dobson announces her candidacy for secretary of state
Special to the News Conservative attorney Caroleene Dobson announced her candidacy for secretary of state in the 2026 Republican Primary on Monday, June 30. “As secretary of state, I will reduce fees on Alabama businesses, streamline services for the public, and I will never back down from the liberal activist groups who want to…
Read MoreSummer campers field test economics lesson
Special to the News The Central High School economics instructor recently attended professional development (PD) sponsored by the Birmingham branch of the Federal Reserve Bank, Teaching Economics through Children’s Literature and PD on the new Alabama social studies standards sponsored by the Alabama Department of Education. The two PD sessions were an inspiration to create economics…
Read MoreJune 23-29, 2025
Jail population as of June 29: 30 inmates Males: 26 Females: 4 ARRESTS On June 23, Deputy Brown arrested Timothy John Bolan, a citizen of Alexander City, on the charge of Probation Violation. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with no bond. On June 24, Sgt. Rudd arrested Jeremy Patrick Rhodes,…
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