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Westwater Resources enters into exclusivity for $150 million secured debt facility with global financial institution
Debt facility will be used to complete Phase I construction at Kellyton Plant During an investor presentation in California on Wednesday, Westwater provided updates about its Kellyton Plant. Special to the News Westwater Resources Inc., an energy technology and battery-grade natural graphite development company, announced on Wednesday that it has executed a term…
Read MoreALEA troopers investigate 6 traffic fatalities, 1 drowning during Labor Day weekend
Special to the News On Wednesday, Secretary of Law Enforcement Hal Taylor released the traffic and boating statistics for the 2024 Labor Day weekend, during which the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway and Marine Patrol divisions were actively engaged in enforcement and safety operations throughout the entire holiday travel period. Between 12:01 a.m.…
Read MoreToday in Winder, Georgia
Dear American School Kid, I don’t know what your name is, but I’m sorry. I am deeply, wholeheartedly and emphatically sorry. As I write this, at least four were killed and nine were injured in Barrow County, Georgia, this morning. Apalachee High School was having a normal day when a person with a gun…
Read MoreAugust 26 – Sept. 1, 2024
Jail population as of Sept. 1: 36 inmates Males: 32 Females: 4 ARRESTS On August 27, Deputy Payton arrested Bryan Patrick Campbell, a citizen of Alexander City, on the charges of Burglary and Aggravated Assault. He was processed into the Coosa County Jail with a $12,500 bond. On August 27, Deputy Payton arrested…
Read MoreStudents enjoy hands-on learning in government, science classes
Declaration: Seniors, donned in colonial costumes, reenact the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Chemistry: A chemistry student practices measuring mass and volume while layering solutions. Physics: Physics students calculate velocities and accelerations of toy cars racing down an inclined track. Physical science: Anatomy and physiology students use their microscopy skills to…
Read MoreGoodwater Capt. Ward earns paramedic license
Captain Brian Ward, center; with his wife, Heather, and their son, Ollis; at the RTI Graduation Ceremony. Photo submitted Goodwater EMS personnel attending the graduation ceremony, pictured from left, Merry Unbehant, Fire Chief Elmore Unbehant, EMS Captain/Paramedic Brian Ward, Akita Caldwell, EMT Elizabeth Caldwell, Shelby Wilson, and Alphonza Wilson. Photo submitted Special…
Read MoreALEA: Safety isn’t hard work; make easy decisions to ensure a happy Labor Day
Special to the News Fall, football and the changing of the seasons is upon us as citizens around the nation prepare for the upcoming Labor Day weekend. However, before we celebrate the last holiday of summer, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, or ALEA, encourages everyone to plan ahead and prioritize safety. ALEA Secretary Hal…
Read MoreCentral Coosa athletics off to great start
Special to the News Last Friday night varsity football faced off against Sylacauga for the opening game of the season. The Coosa County Schools Honor Guard started the night with the Posting of the Colors, with Rep. Ben Robbins on hand for the coin toss. Despite the 2A Central Cougars being pitted against…
Read MoreSylacauga teen killed in Coosa County crash
Members of B.B. Comer Memorial High School’s class of 2026 gather on the football field for a special balloon release in remembrance of 16-year-old Brenlee Parker who died in a car wreck. Photo submitted Pink balloons take to the sky in memory of Brenlee Parker during a special tribute. Photos submitted By…
Read MoreTrooper resigns following arrest
Special to the News Former Senior Trooper Ryan Rhodes resigned from his position with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) on Friday, August 23. The resignation follows his arrest by deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office for electronic solicitation of a child, traveling to meet a child for an unlawful sex act and…
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