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Meteorologists across Alabama warned residents there could be severe weather, including significant tornadic activity, between March 14-15. Projections were so bad, Gov. Kay Ivey went so far as to declare a state of emergency for all 67 Alabama counties ahead of time. “The state of Alabama is at risk for potentially dangerous, severe weather throughout…

The world can be a scary place sometimes, especially for younger generations like school-age boys and girls. However, some students at Deshler High School now have a few skills that could come in handy if they ever find themselves accosted by someone else. Sergeant Ivan Corona and Officer Ben Derrick of the Tuscumbia Police Department…

The following arrests were made by the Colbert County Sheriff’s Office in recent days: — On March 14, Amy R. Moffett, 52, and Dennis Simpson, were arrested and charged with first-degree possession of marijuana (Simpson), possession of drug paraphernalia, manufacture of a controlled substance and attempting to elude (Simpson). According to Deputy Christopher Miller’s report,…

It has now been more than three weeks since an EF-1 tornado ripped through downtown Tuscumbia on Feb. 15. Though the tornado itself was short lived, the cleanup effort in the aftermath will take some time. As part of that effort, the members of the Tuscumbia City Council held a special-called meeting March 7 in…

The health care industry is a vast and important field that is always in need of new members. In order to help educate future generations of health care professionals, a student organization called HOSA was founded in 1976. According to its website, the organization has now grown to over 200,000 members across 51 chartered associations…

The cleanup effort in downtown Tuscumbia continues in the wake of the Feb. 15 tornado. Not only were many businesses affected physically by damage to buildings, but financially as well thanks to repairs and loss of hours open. Business owner Kevin Johnson, who owns Kingpin’s lounge, hosted a three-day benefit concert where artists volunteered their…

March 14, 2025- End Of The Line: Allman Brothers Tribute Band –The Ritz Theatre, 111 W 3rd St, Sheffield, AL. In 2025, END OF THE LINE will honor the legendary Allman Brothers Band by celebrating the music of 1970 in recognition of its 55th anniversary with the SONGS FROM THE IDLEWILD GARAGE TOUR. This special…

Tuscumbia Mayor William Foster made a trip to Washington, D.C., last week to request aid for disaster relief and a new fire station from state legislators. Foster told the crowd during the city’s March 3 meeting he met with Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt as well as Representative Robert Aderholt in an effort to…

The coming of March brings with it a tradition going back over 50 years — the Tuscumbia Kiwanis Club’s annual Pancake Day fundraiser. For two days each year, members of the club work together to make stacks upon stacks of pancakes and sausages. Students from Deshler High School Key Club help out as well. This…

As soon as the EF-1 tornado that hit Tuscumbia on Feb. 15 lifted, support began funneling into the city. Since basic amenities like power have been restored and roadways cleared of debris, now begins the slow, unenviable task of rebuilding not just a city, but people’s businesses. Their homes. Their lives. Colbert County EMA Director…