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Next online state surplus property auction started January 20
Special to the News Laptops, office furniture, vehicles, and other items are among the lots up for bid in the next state surplus property auction which started Thursday. The Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is hosting the auction via GovDeals.com starting at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, January 20,…
Read MoreThe cock fight
Long before anyone in the South had ever heard of football or stock car racing as a source of entertainment, there were other types of sporting events that many enjoyed. One of these was horse racing and raising and riding on and/or betting and wagering on a favored horse. For many poorer southerners, however,…
Read MoreHappy 102nd birthday!
Mr. Joe Collins celebrated his 102nd birthday Tuesday, January 11. Happy birthday, Mr. Joe, from your family and friends!
Read MoreNew Year’s resolutions you’ll actually keep
Special to the News From StatePoint It’s no secret that many people wait for a new year to commit to implementing better habits. They’ll start eating more vegetables next week, they’ll cut out wine with dinner next month, and they’ll use their gym membership next year. These are things you’ve heard before, and likely…
Read More5 tips for sticking to a schedule in the new year
Special to the News From StatePoint Sticking to a schedule is good for health, wellness and productivity, and the start of a new year is the perfect time to form great habits. Resolve to adhere to a daily routine with the following tips and tricks: Write it down: The act of writing things down…
Read MoreCOVID-19 isolation, quarantine period shortened
Special to the News The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced it has shortened the recommended isolation and quarantine period for people with COVID-19 to five days, if asymptomatic and if persons can wear a mask when around others. These updates are recommended as the Omicron variant continues to spread throughout the U.S. and…
Read MoreGive the gift of local news this year
This holiday season, give the gift of local community news to a loved one with a gift subscription to “The Coosa County News!” Buy a subscription as a gift, and we will send the recipient a card notifying them of the gift on your behalf. Subscription rates for inside Coosa County are $25 for 6…
Read MoreHoliday reminder
As is done annually, “The Coosa County News” office will be closed the week of Christmas. This year that means our office will be closed December 20-24, and there will not be an edition that week. We wish everyone a safe and merry Christmas and hope that you all will enjoy this holiday season with…
Read MoreOld Glory Lookout at Cheaha State Park becomes home to retired American flags
Legionnaire Jack Wright salutes during a 9/11 flag retirement ceremony in Atmore. Photo courtesy of American Legion Post 90 Special to the News Cheaha State Park in Delta will soon become the final resting place for the ashes of retired American flags no longer fit for service. A flag interment ceremony at the…
Read MoreAlabama DHR announces grants for stabilizing child care workforce
Special to the News Alabama’s child care workers may be eligible for quarterly bonus payments of up to $1,500 through grants announced Monday by the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR). The Child Care Workforce Stabilization grants supply funding to help child care providers recruit and retain qualified employees as the industry recovers from the…
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