Area News
“Lock Card Everywhere” recommended for EBT cards
Special to the News The Alabama Department of Human Resources, or DHR, is strongly recommending all EBT users to utilize the new Lock/Unlock feature on the ConnectEBT app and website, especially the “Lock Card Everywhere” option which will help block out of state fraud. From May 2023 to December 20, 2024, Alabama DHR…
Read MoreGoodwater’s Kelsey Mitchell graduates from University of West Alabama
Special to the News Kelsey Mitchell of Goodwater graduated from the University of West Alabama during spring commencement exercises held in May on campus in Livingston. Mitchell was awarded a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from the College of Education. The spring 2025 graduating class at UWA includes nearly 600 students representing…
Read MoreMay 26 – June 1, 2025
Jail population as of June 1: 23 inmates Males: 19 Females: 4 ARRESTS On May 26, Deputy Payton arrested John Anthony Presley, a citizen of Rockford, on the charges of Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree and Disorderly Conduct. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $5,000 bond. On May 28, Deputy Moeser…
Read MoreConservation Advisory Board amends regulations for dog deer hunting
The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board approved an increase in the daily bag limit for anterless deer for most of the state. The Board unanimously approved the seasons and bag limits for the 2025-2026 seasons. WFF Assistant Director Fred Harders accepts the Old Coot Award on behalf of WFF Director Chuck Sykes from Board members Joey…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office wins charity softball tournament
The Sheriff’s Office law enforcement team brought home the trophy after playing three games against area first responders in the charity softball tournament. Law enforcement, EMS, firefighters, and other first responders enjoyed a hard-fought softball tournament. Sheriff Michael Howell and wife, Tasha, with the tournament trophy. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond…
Read MoreCentral Elementary celebrates with kindergarten graduation service
Special to the News Central Coosa celebrated its youngest graduates with a kindergarten graduation service last week. The Central High School senior graduates led the Central Elementary kindergarten graduates from their classrooms to their ceremony. Fifty-two kindergartners, as well as family and faculty, celebrated the beginning of their educational journey. After Principal Forbus welcomed everyone and the “Pledge of Allegiance” was recited, the kindergartners sang “Three Little…
Read MoreDr. Wadsworth kicks off lieutenant governor campaign with energized launch event in Montgomery
Special to the News Dr. Nicole Wadsworth officially launched her campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama last Thursday morning at a packed event at her campaign headquarters in Montgomery. Supporters, community leaders and members of the press gathered to hear Wadsworth share her bold, Alabama-first vision rooted in economic growth, workforce development, safer communities,…
Read MoreRemembering Mrs. Bessie Lee Spivey on May 21, 2025
It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone, For part of us went with you, On August 19, 2024, the day God called you home. We love you and we miss you, Your Family
Read MoreThornton earns place on Wallace State’s President’s List
Special to the News Wallace State Community College congratulates Caroline Thornton of Rockford on being named to the President’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. Thornton is one of 685 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. To earn a spot on the…
Read MoreMay 19-25, 2025
Total jail population as of May 25: 21 inmates Males: 19 Females: 2 ARRESTS On May 19, Deputy Payton arrested Timothy Oneal Leonard, a citizen of Kellyton, on the charge of Domestic Violence 3rd Degree. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $2,500 bond. On May 20, Deputy Moeser arrested…
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