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‘It’s a Dickens Christmas, Y’all’ returns Dec. 14

Scrooge, Marley and all the familiar faces from Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic, A Christmas Carol, will return to downtown Tuscumbia on December 14, 10:00 – 4:00, joining merchants and townspeople to present “It’s a Dickens Christmas, Y’all.” In its 14th year, the town’s signature holiday event adds a spirited touch to the season and…

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Tuscumbia Civitan rereleasing popular ornament

The Tuscumbia Civitan Club is rereleasing a popular Christmas ornament in its longtime ongoing series. Last year’s ornament featured Deshler High School, the 28th ornament in the series. Each year’s ornament depicts local landmarks and historical sites in the community. “Last year’s Civitan ornament was extremely popular and sold out quickly,” said Civitan President Fred…

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Trojans top defending 6A state champ, face showdown with Parker

The Muscle Shoals broadcast booth shook as if an earthquake struck J.F More Stadium on Nov. 15. “They are gonna scoop and score!” the team shouted as Muscle Shoals sophomore defensive back Christian Pritchard raced his way down the sideline for the score that would seal the Trojans’ victory over defending Class 6A state champ…

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Nov. 23 arrest reports

The following arrests were made by the Colbert County Sheriff’s Office: — Nov. Terry E. McBrayer was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. According to Deputy Hunter White’s affidavit, he was patrolling the area of Frankfort Road and Underwood Mountain Road when he ran a tag on…

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Nov. 23 obituaries

Samuel King Murphy, 81 It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Samuel King Murphy. Sam passed away on the 9th of November in Panama City, Florida at the age of 81. Sam was born in Alabama in March of 1943 to parents Joseph Hanson and Miriam Corrine. A…

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American Legion Post 31 honors veterans in annual program

American Legion Post 31 in Tuscumbia hosted its annual Veterans Day parade and courthouse program to honor those who have served and continue to serve our country’s armed forces on Nov. 11. This year’s guest speaker was Lt. Col. (Ret.) John-Michael (J.M.) Insetta, a veteran of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars who served in the…

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Muscle Shoals earns big win in first round

The 2024 postseason continues for Muscle Shoals after the Trojans routed Mortimer Jordan 52-7 in the first round of the AHSAA state playoffs. Jaquess Greene had a big game for Muscle Shoals, racking up multiple touchdowns on the ground and through the air. He got the Trojans on the board with a 49-yard touchdown run…

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Christmas in the Country at LaGrange Nov. 22-23

Celebrate the 36th anniversary of LaGrange College Site Park’s CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY Event on November 22-23, 2024, as the historic park transforms into a site of Christmas past. Located off Hwy 157, near White Oak on ‘Little Mountain’ with a 400 ft. elevation, it overlooks the entire Tennessee Valley, offering a stunning view enhanced…

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Nov. 16 arrest reports

The following arrests were made by the Colbert County Sheriff’s Office: — On Nov. 7, Kevin M. Gibson was arrested and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and giving false identification to a law enforcement officer. According to Deputy Hunter White’s affidavit, he was patrolling traffic when he allegedly observed a vehicle traveling 55 mph…

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Nov. 16 obituaries

Jimmy Tatum, 80 Jimmy Tatum, 80, Shef­field, passed away on Sun­day, November 10, 2024. Visitation will be Thursday, November 14, from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscumbia. The funeral service will im­mediately follow in the fu­neral home chapel with Pas­tor Frank Mills officiating. Interment will be in Oak­wood Cemetery, Sheffield. Jimmy loved…

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