July 5 obituaries
Daniel Edward Durham, 49 Daniel Edward Durham, Age 49 passed away to his eternal home Saturday, June 21, 2025. He was born May 7, 1976 to J. W. Sr, and Ann Durham. Daniel enjoyed fishing playing a good hand of tank and rummy. He also loved working on vehicles. He however loved spending time with…
Read MoreTuscumbia purchases land for 1st responder training
The Tuscumbia City Council voted 5-0, with Council member Mike Isom abstaining, to purchase land meant to be used as a new training facility for the city’s first responders. The Council voted to approve up to $50,000 for the purchase during the group’s June 16 meeting. According to Mayor William Foster, he and City Attorney…
Read MoreEight local students attend Girls State
Each summer, approximately 20,000 young women around the United States participate in a week-long program called Girls State. Attendees are rising seniors in their schools and chosen by their peers and teachers. Girls State is sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary, and American Legion Post 31 in Tuscumbia has recognized the eight local Alabama Girls…
Read MoreTuscumbia officials, business owners meet with Main Street Alabama
City officials, business owners and other interested parties met with a representative of Main Street Alabama at Helen Keller Public Library in Tuscumbia on June 11. The meeting was held to educate attendees on what Main Street Alabama is, what it does and how that benefits cities that partner with the organization. According to its…
Read MoreJune 28 obituaries
Sara Ann Morgan Scogin, 86 Sara Ann Morgan Scogin, 86, Tuscumbia, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. A graveside service will be held on Friday, June 20, at Oakwood Cemetery, Tuscumbia, beginning at 2:00 p.m. with James Garnett officiating. Sara was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Florence. She was a great mother,…
Read MoreBelle Mont to host annual Art of the Dish
Belle Mont Mansion will once again host its annual Art of the Dish antique china display during Tuscumbia’s Helen Keller Festival. This year’s Art of the Dish will feature hand-painted china, including pieces by local artists Delma Stanley and Marcia Gullett. Hand-painted china will be on display throughout the mansion Wednesday, June 25 through Saturday,…
Read MoreJune 21 obituaries
Zachary Ryan Peck Boatwright, 42 Zachary Ryan Peck Boatwright, 42, Florence, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 11, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscumbia. The funeral service will be Thursday, June 12, in the funeral home chapel, beginning at 12:00 p.m. with Greg Woodall officiating.…
Read More‘The Miracle Worker’ on stage for 64th season
The story that changed the world is once again taking center stage in Tuscumbia, Alabama. The 64th annual production of The Miracle Worker returns to the outdoor stage at Ivy Green, the birthplace of Helen Keller, where audiences can experience the powerful story just steps from where it really happened. The play follows Helen’s early…
Read MoreHelen Keller Festival returns June 26-29
Summer in Tuscumbia means one thing: the return of the Helen Keller Festival. Now in its 47th year, the celebration takes place June 26–29 and brings with it four days of live music, family activities, local art, and a renewed emphasis on community connection. Festival Chairman Ashley Burnell said this year’s event feels like a…
Read MoreTuscumbia Parks and Rec track has 13 medal at state meet
The Tuscumbia Parks and Recreation youth track program has only been in operation for two years now, but already the program is bringing home accolades. The team had 25 out of 84 kids qualify for the state track and field meet in Gadsden on May 17, and 13 of those athletes finished in the top…
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