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Weogufka Center sponsors annual Day Camp
Special to the News The Weogufka Center recently sponsored its annual Day Camp on June 18, with a patriotic theme as “Red, White and Blue Day.” It was such a fun learning day for all kids and adults who attended. The Weogufka Center thanks the Sheriff’s Office and Deputy Payton, along with Archie, for…
Read MoreGoodwater Library wraps up successful summer program
Special to the News The Goodwater Public Library finished its Summer Reading Program Tuesday, with the program being deemed a success with great attendance and learning opportunities. Shirley Thompson, Goodwater librarian, would like to thank Ms. Hayes, Ms. Holly, Ms. Wilson, Ms. Powell, April, and Janice for helping with the Summer Reading Program. She also…
Read MoreWeogufka enjoys Muddy Water Bluegrass Festival
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Weogufka community and guests recently enjoyed the Muddy Water Bluegrass Festival Jammin’ and Campin’. Held at the Weogufka Center June 12-14, the festival featured “jammin’” and live musical performances on stage each day. Featured bands for the recent event included Bluegrass Connection & Adam…
Read MoreI believe in dog
My dogs sleep all day. It’s just what they do. Except when they’re busy chewing up my 48th pair of reading glasses. They sleep, sleep, sleep. And amazingly, after a full day of sleeping, they don’t feel guilty about it. Not even a little. They don’t appear to undergo any self-loathing for laziness.…
Read MoreSecretary of State Allen implements new election security measure
Special to the News Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is announcing the introduction of a security emblem to Alabama ballots in 2026. Alabama is the first state in the nation to work with the Alabama ballot printing vendor to implement the use of security emblems that are invisible to the human eye and…
Read MoreJune 16-22, 2025
Jail population as of June 22: 28 inmates Males: 25 Females: 3 ARRESTS On June 16, Deputy Payton arrested Eric Paul Robbins, a citizen of Equality, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $999.19 cash bond. On June 16, Sgt. Rudd…
Read MoreGov. Ivey invites Alabama students to join 3rd Annual Summer Reading Challenge
Special to the News Last Friday, on the first official day of summer, Gov. Kay Ivey invited Alabama students to join her 3rd Annual Summer Reading Challenge and encouraged participation in Second Lady Usha Vance’s national reading challenge, as well. “Our students have earned a well-deserved summer break, but that doesn’t mean the learning stops,” said…
Read MoreKellyton woman, man arrested for chemical endangerment of child
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A man and woman were arrested earlier this month, each on a drug-related charge, following a joint investigation by the Coosa County Department of Human Resources and the Sheriff’s Office. On June 3, a local DHR representative provided the Sheriff’s Office with information relating to drug…
Read MoreHappy birthday, Ms. Irene Beasley!
Special to the News On Monday, June 23, Irene Beasley will celebrate her 104th birthday. Over the years she has been actively involved in her community and Bradford Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School and led singing for many years. Family and church are very important parts of Ms. Beasley’s life. She is one of…
Read MoreMontgomery woman arrested in Stewartville for drug charges
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Montgomery woman was arrested last Saturday in the Stewartville area on drug-related charges. On June 14, Deputy Brown responded to a woman sleeping in her vehicle near Dollar General in Stewartville. After numerous attempts, he woke the woman up. The vehicle had an expired tag,…
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