Area News
Kellyton man killed in Alexander City wreck
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A Kellyton man was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Alexander City that occurred at approximately 8:44 p.m. Sunday, December 29. Derek Jonathan McVey, 36, was fatally injured when the 2016 Kia Sorento he was driving left the roadway and struck a fence, a mailbox and several trees…
Read MoreTalladega Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity supports Coosa County DHR with Christmas giving
In the spirit of giving, President Unzell Kelley makes a donation on behalf of the Talladega Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi to support Coosa County DHR in their giving to families in need during this holiday season. Photo submitted
Read MoreHappy anniversary
I remember the day we got married. I was a bundle of nerves. I didn’t know what to do with myself. So I just drove around town in my car. I ended up eating a huge lunch at a barbecue joint because I was so nervous. I didn’t know what else to do with…
Read MoreAlabama DHR addresses expiration of SNAP benefit replacement authorization
Special to the News Effective Saturday, December 21, 2024, the congressional authorization for replacement of stolen Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits expired. The replacement of these benefits was limited to thefts occurring between October 1, 2022, and December 20, 2024. Therefore, the Alabama Department of Human Resources, or DHR, cannot process affidavits with thefts occurring…
Read MoreDecember 23-29, 2024
Jail population as of December 29: 43 inmates Males: 36 Females: 7 ARRESTS On December 24, Deputy Dawson arrested Lakeisha Mingon Kelly, a citizen of Goodwater, on the charge of Failure to Appear in Court. She was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $500 bond. On December 25, Deputy Dawson arrested…
Read MoreSanta Claus to ride through Goodwater tomorrow
By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer Goodwater will have a special guest in town tomorrow as the jolly old elf himself, Santa Claus, will be riding throughout town with the Goodwater Volunteer Fire Department. Children and adults alike are encouraged to keep their eyes out for Santa to ride by tomorrow afternoon, even stopping…
Read MoreStewartville man arrested for St. Clair murder charges
Billy Ray McAnnally By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer A man from the Stewartville area was arrested earlier this month for another agency on murder charges. Chief Deputy Scott Hammond reported that on December 11, the Sheriff’s Office received a call from St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office requesting deputies go to an address…
Read MoreLake Mitchell HOBO awards grants to local teachers
Coosa County teachers receive grant funds from the Lake Micthell HOBO. Pictured from left are Central High School teachers Alicia Thompson, Mary White, Jacques Mitchell, and Scholarship and Teacher Grants Chairperson Marie Butts. Photo submitted. Lake Mitchell HOBO’s Scholarship and Teacher Grants Chairperson Marie Butts, left, presents a grant to Coosa County…
Read MoreCottage Grove Lodge awards inaugural scholarship
Cottage Grove Lodge #274 awards its First Annual Scholarship to Rebekah Burton, a recent graduate of Central of Coosa County High School, in the amount of $500. Congratulations, Rebekah! Photo submitted
Read MoreNew Site man arrested on drug charge
James Kapen Colley By Christa Jennings Senior Staff Writer An individual who was initially found unresponsive near a Coosa County gas station was ultimately arrested on a drug-related charge Monday. On December 16, while Deputy Payton was on routine patrol, he responded to the Exxon station on U.S. Highway 280 for a call…
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