Area News
Coosa’s Day of Action to be held July 18
United Way looking for volunteers, sponsors By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer The Lake Martin Area United Way is once again planning for its annual Day of Action, with Central High School Coosa County’s day being July 18. As part of the 2025 United Way Day of Action, the organization is looking for both…
Read MoreSpring 2025 graduates announced at UA
Students from Goodwater, Equality among graduates Special to the News More than 6,000 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama’s spring 2025 commencement ceremonies at Coleman Coliseum. Local students include: Kaylei Horn of Goodwater received the following degree: Bachelor of Science. Jenni Self of Equality received the following degree: Master of Arts. Alison Strong…
Read MoreLocal historical organization awards two scholarships
Special to the News Submitted by John M. Taylor Edmund W. Pettus Camp #574, Sons of Confederate Veterans, awarded two $500 scholarships to area high school seniors. The winners are Anabelle Gordon from Benjamin Russell High School and Zana McWhorter from Horseshoe Bend High School. High school seniors were…
Read MoreJune 2-8, 2025
Jail population as of June 8: 21 Males: 19 Females: 2 ARRESTS On June 2, Deputy Moeser arrested Tuesdi Tatum Bishop, a citizen of Equality, on the charge of Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree. She was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $1,000 cash bond. On June 2, Deputy Brown arrested Tiffany…
Read MoreTroy University announces Spring/Term 4 graduates
Goodwater, Weogufka students among graduates Special to the News Troy University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the Spring Semester and Term 4 of the 2024-2025 academic year. The Spring Semester includes graduates from the Troy, Ala., campus. Term 4 graduates include students at TROY’s campuses in…
Read MoreMitchell Family returning to Coosa County to celebrate Family Reunion, June 20-22, 2025
Special to the News Submitted by Deloris Mitchell Boykin and Teresa Lee Mitchell After fifteen years, the Mitchell Family returns to Coosa County, Ala., to celebrate family during the weekend of June 20-22, 2025. And this year, the reunion most fittingly coincides with the National Juneteenth Holiday. During that weekend, the family…
Read MoreCoosa County Schools bids a happy retirement to two treasured teachers
The elementary and high schools celebrate the retirement of two treasured teachers, Connie Hagan, left, and Lynn Strickland. Photo submitted Connie Hagan, retiring Central Elementary School teacher with 27 years of service to Coosa’s students. Photo submitted Lynn Strickland celebrates her retirement after 30 years of service to Coosa’s…
Read MoreAshLeigh Dunham announces campaign for Alabama Supreme Court: “I’m all in for Alabama families”
Special to the News On Wednesday AshLeigh Meyer Dunham, a respected Alabama court referee and family law attorney, announced her candidacy for the Alabama Supreme Court. With a career built on protecting children, supporting families and defending the rights of Alabamians to start families, Dunham is running to bring a grounded, family-centered perspective to…
Read MoreAttorney General Steve Marshall launches bid for U.S. Senate
Special to the News Last Thursday Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced his candidacy for the United States Senate, releasing the following statement: “I’m running. “It’s the honor of a lifetime serving as your attorney general. We’ve taken bold action and gotten things done for Alabama and our country – from standing strong…
Read MoreCoosa County 4-H members headed to Columbiana
Special to the News By Dr. Shannon Davis, director Coosa County Extension Office The school bell rings. The piercing sound echoing through the halls represents the last bell of the year as students and teachers alike anticipate the summer season which is now upon them. For many students the season is characterized by long,…
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