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Gotcher completes A.L.F.A. leadership program
Ali Gotcher, an animal sciences and forages agent with Alabama Extension at Auburn University, recently graduated from the Agricultural Leaders for Alabama (A.L.F.A. Leaders) program. Gotcher was one of 18 agricultural professionals selected to participate in the competitive, two-year leadership program. Since 2023, she attended six intensive leadership institutes over 40 days. Those included trips…
Read MorePost 31 to host Veterans Day program
Colbert County Post 31 of the American Legion has announced plans for the annual observances of the upcoming Veteran’s Day, November 11. At 10:00 a parade will take place along Main Street in Tuscumbia ending at the Colbert County Courthouse where a program will be presented by the Post at 11:00. It will be followed…
Read MoreDeshler tops Brooks, continues win streak
The Deshler Tigers have seemingly returned to program standards after starting the 2025 season 7-0 after a 27-13 win over Brooks. The victory not only marks one more than the Tigers earned in 2024, it puts Deshler at 5-0 in Class 4A, Region 7 play and likely clinches a spot in the postseason, an achievement…
Read MoreMuscle Shoals hands Jasper 1st loss; Week 7 roundup
It was a tale of two halves when the undefeated Muscle Shoals Trojans traveled to face fellow 6-0 Class 6A, Region 7 opponent Jasper on Oct. 10. The Trojans gave up 15 points in the first half to the Vikings, who were averaging 41 points a game. Muscle Shoals had only allowed 19 points in…
Read MoreCCSO arrest reports for Oct. 18
The following arrests were made by the Colbert County Sheriff’s Office in recent days: — On Sept. 27, John L. Kelsoe, 38, and Rhonda J. Guenther, 54, were arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance, second-degree possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. According to Deputy Hunter White’s report, he conducted a…
Read MoreOct. 5-11 is Fire Prevention Week
The annual Fire Prevention Week was Oct. 5-11 this year, with first responders from across Colbert County holding a parade and community event on the courthouse lawn on Oct. 9. This year’s focus is on lithium-ion electrical chargers and how they can cause issues in the home. “We are seeing a little bit of a…
Read MoreOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Every October, a striking and somber display appears in our community. In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Colbert-Lauderdale Domestic Violence Response Coalition erects a field of white crosses to honor the lives lost to domestic violence. This year, 67 crosses stand in memory of victims from Colbert and Lauderdale Counties whose lives were…
Read MoreDeshler tops Central, remains undefeated
The Deshler Tigers remained undefeated and tied for the top spot in Class 4A, Region 7 with a 48-13 win over Central Florence on Oct. 3. The win puts Deshler at 4-0 in region play, tied with West Morgan (6-0, 4-0). The Tigers and Rebels play in Trinity on Oct. 30 to cap the 2025…
Read MoreTrojans notch 3rd-straight shutout win
The Muscle Shoals Trojans remained undefeated and earned their third-straight shutout with a 28-0 win over Athens on Oct. 3. The win puts the Trojans at 6-0 overall and 4-0 in Class 6A, Region 7. The victory clinches a playoff berth for the Trojans, who have made the postseason each season since 2009. Though Muscle…
Read MoreWeek 6 high school football roundup
The Colbert County Indians picked up both a region and rivalry win over Colbert Heights by a final of 32-8 last weekend. Frank Hayes had three touchdowns for the Indians on the night on runs of 38, 35 and 3 yards. He had six total carries for 110 yards. Sir Miller had 14 rushes for…
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