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Abundant anglers, crowds, fish expected at 92nd ADSFR
By David Rainer Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Expect another huge crowd of anglers and spectators for the 92nd Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo (ADSFR) during Alabama’s premier fishing event July 17-20 at the rodeo site on Dauphin Island. A tarpon tournament held in 1929 started the long journey to today’s…
Read MoreCalera man killed in Chilton County crash
Special to the News A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:05 p.m. Saturday, June 28, has claimed the life of a Calera man. Bradley J. Goggins, 34, was fatally injured when the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado he was driving collided head-on with the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Zackary S. Moore, 38, of Thorsby.…
Read MoreAG Marshall opens applications for 2025 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative
Deadline for applications is August 15 Special to the News On Monday Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the application process for the 2025 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative Awards. These awards provide the opportunity to identify and recognize excellence and current trends in school safety throughout the state. The deadline to…
Read MoreALEA encourages safe travel with “Standards and Success” campaign for Fourth of July holiday
Special to the News As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is launching a renewed push for safe travel on both roadways and waterways under the theme “Standards and Success.” ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said, “Our message this year is clear: Success means everyone makes it home safely.…
Read MoreBirmingham Zoo’s jaguar Khan heading to Florida zoo as part of Species Survival Plan
Special to the News Khan, the 11-year-old jaguar at the Birmingham Zoo, arrived in Birmingham in 2017 from the Jacksonville Zoo and quickly became a favorite. Named for the owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Khan will be moving next week to Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Fla., another AZA-accredited zoological facility, as part of…
Read MoreBe all that you can be
There are a lot of things you can be. In fact, you can be anything you want in this life. You can be social, or you can be anti-social. You can be an introvert, be an extrovert, or be an ambivert – which is both. You can be alone. Or you can be a friend.…
Read MoreAARP, United Way Worldwide expand 211 Caregiver Program to Alabama, unlocking critical support for millions of family caregivers
Special to the News Millions more family caregivers in Alabama and across the country now have easier access to critical support, thanks to a major expansion of the Caregiver Support Program from AARP and United Way Worldwide. Originally launched in 2021, this groundbreaking initiative connects family caregivers to essential services for themselves and…
Read MoreRep. Robbins presents check to Weogufka Center
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Weogufka Center was recently the recipient of a $5,000 grant check presented by Rep. Ben Robbins. Robbins presented the check to Gay Adams with the organization, which hosts events and helps to maintain the old Weogufka school facility. Adams said the funds will be used for the…
Read MoreSweet Spot ice cream shop opens in Goodwater
“We had the vision.” Special to the News News from Goodwater The mother-son team of Krystal and Jordan Benson have opened The Sweet Spot on Alabama Highway 9 in downtown Goodwater across from Goodwater Baptist Church. Serving up delicious Blue Bell ice cream and milkshakes in a variety of flavors, The…
Read MoreSamuel Dark resigning after 40 years of service
Special to the News The Coosa County Soil and Water Conservation District Board would like to publicly thank Mr. Samuel W. (Bill) Dark for serving as a Board Supervisor. He recently resigned his position, and we are grateful for his many years of dedicated service to this agency and our county. Dark…
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