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BOBBY WALLACE NAMED GSC COACH OF THE YEAR

UNA Head Coach Bobby Wallace

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After leading his team to an unprecedented fourth consecutive Gulf South Conference Football Championship, University of North Alabama Head Football Coach Bobby Wallace has been honored as the GSC Coach of the Year for the fourth time. Continue reading BOBBY WALLACE NAMED GSC COACH OF THE YEAR

Smoke a Problem as ‘No Burn’ Order Continues in Alabama; Arsonists still at work

Today Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) officials are cautiously optimistic that a wildfire that has consumed over 930 acres in DeKalb County, while not extinguished, is ‘contained,’ meaning that a containment line around the fire is holding. However, since Monday arsonists have set five additional fires in the vicinity, adding to the headaches of an already difficult situation. Continue reading Smoke a Problem as ‘No Burn’ Order Continues in Alabama; Arsonists still at work

Mary Lord goes to Chicago Cafe on Mobile Street

Call Mary Lord at Coldwell Banker Pinnacle Properties for all of your real estate needs at 256-394-9495. Continue reading Mary Lord goes to Chicago Cafe on Mobile Street

Suspected meth dealer in jail after chase through industrial park

DeMarcus Robinson

FLORENCE-A quick response by the Florence police department led to the apprehension of a suspected drug dealer and a large quantity of methamphetamine is off the streets. Continue reading Suspected meth dealer in jail after chase through industrial park

Foodborne outbreak puts 6 in hospital, 40 treated and released

SHEFFIELD-State health authorities are trying to put their finger on the pathogen that has put six people in the hospital and made scores of others sick. Continue reading Foodborne outbreak puts 6 in hospital, 40 treated and released

STRANGE BECOMES CHAIRMAN OF REPUBLICAN ATTORNEYS GENERAL ASSOCIATION

Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange

(MONTGOMERY) – Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange is the new chairman of the Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA), the group represents a majority of the nation’s attorneys general. Continue reading STRANGE BECOMES CHAIRMAN OF REPUBLICAN ATTORNEYS GENERAL ASSOCIATION

Pettus thanks supporters and opponent

Rodney Pettus and supporters

FROM RODNEY PETTUS: What a busy past couple of days it has been. I want to start off by thanking everyone that has supported me during this campaign. It was a long road but because of all of you it was very successful. I also want to thank my opponent Tony Cox for running a competitive race. Because I saw you working so hard made me work even harder. Continue reading Pettus thanks supporters and opponent

Parents arrested after marijuana grow light operation discovered

Jeremy Hamner

FLORENCE-Two parents were arrested over the weekend after police found an elaborate indoor marijuana growing system. Continue reading Parents arrested after marijuana grow light operation discovered

DEA acts to warn public of dangerous synthetic drug

WASHINGTON, DC – Responding to the imminent threat to public health and safety, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has placed U-47700 into Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act, effective on November 14th. Emergency scheduling of dangerous drugs such as U-47700 on a temporary basis is one of the most significant tools DEA can utilize to address the problems associated with deadly new street drugs. Continue reading DEA acts to warn public of dangerous synthetic drug

Suspects surrender to authorities

TUSCUMBIA-Jessica Hudson and John Heath both surrendered themselves to authorities after a manhunt was initiated by the Colbert County Sheriff’s Department. Continue reading Suspects surrender to authorities

Authorities asking public for help locating suspects involved in shooting

Jessica Lynn Hudson and John Starling Heath III

TUSCUMBIA-The Colbert County Sheriff’s Department is looking for two suspects involved in a shooting last night Nov. 8, 2016 that stemmed from an altercation on Cottontown Hill Lane, in Leighton. Continue reading Authorities asking public for help locating suspects involved in shooting

Lauderdale County Election Results

FLORENCE-After all the votes were counted Tuesday evening, here are the winners: Continue reading Lauderdale County Election Results

Colbert County Republicans get boost from Trump in historic wins

TUSCUMBIA- History was made in Colbert County tonight as several republicans were elected to seats normally held by Democrats. It’s a new day in Colbert County as we now have a two-party system in our fine county. The final results: Continue reading Colbert County Republicans get boost from Trump in historic wins

Tuscumbia appoints Chad Smith as new municipal judge

By Jeff Roland

TUSCUMBIA-As the new mayor and council held their first organizational meeting on Monday, November 7th, the council voted unanimously to appoint Chad Smith as the new city court judge. Continue reading Tuscumbia appoints Chad Smith as new municipal judge

Get a free donut at Krispy Kreme on Election Day

FLORENCE-Krispy Kreme is trying to get people in the decision-making mode by giving away one free donut of your choice today. Continue reading Get a free donut at Krispy Kreme on Election Day

Town Creek man dies in motorcycle crash

LAWRENCE COUNTY-A single-vehicle crash at 1:25 a.m. Monday, Nov. 7, has claimed the life of a Town Creek man. Continue reading Town Creek man dies in motorcycle crash

New Mayor and Florence City Council sworn in

The new Florence City Council (FB photo)

FLORENCE–Today, the City of Florence swore in it’s newly elected City Council and Mayor. Please welcome Mayor Steve Holt, Councilwoman Kaytrina Simmons, Councilman Dick Jordan, Councilman David Bradley, Councilwoman Michelle Eubanks, Councilman Blake Edwards, and Councilman Andy Betterton. Continue reading New Mayor and Florence City Council sworn in

Colbert County Democratic Executive Committee has full slate of candidates, some unopposed

Please support your Colbert County Democratic Candidates

TUSCUMBIA–The Colbert County Executive Committee of the Democratic Party encourages all Colbert County Voters to Vote Democrat on Tuesday, November 8th. Continue reading Colbert County Democratic Executive Committee has full slate of candidates, some unopposed

Barnes says he will be available to citizens “We can do better,”

Tommy and Dee Barnes

Tommy Barnes is a long time citizen of Colbert County. He has worked in industry and public sectors and is
currently employed with the Sheffield Utilities, serving District 1 and the Shoals. Continue reading Barnes says he will be available to citizens “We can do better,”