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The weather in Alabama is known to be finicky. This time of year, swings from cold to mild to below freezing are not that uncommon, even in a single afternoon. Though the state may not get as cold as some of its northern neighbors, the temperatures always plummet at some point during the winter months,…

One of the most common ways to pick up a new skill is to learn by doing — to put the things you’ve learned so far and put them into practice. For Deshler High School students in the events planning course, that meant having a ball. Quite literally. DHS Career Tech Director Heather Mize said…

The following arrests were made by the Colbert County Sheriff’s Office: — On Nov. 24, James R. Martinez, 38, was arrested and charged with reckless driving and attempting to elude. According to Dep. Christopher Miller’s affidavit, while on patrol he allegedly witnessed a vehicle turn off all lights after passing a Tuscumbia unit on a…

Christmastime is upon us once again, and that means the return of lots of familiar decorations and events around The Shoals area. For Spring Park in downtown Tuscumbia, that means getting not only the decorations out, but the Christmas train up and running. According to an announcement from Councilwoman Jennefier Bennetch at the Dec. 2…

The most common motto of police departments across the United States is “To protect and serve.” Though a simple concept, the actual practice of the motto can take on many different forms. For Lt. Mike Smallwood with Tuscumbia Police Department, he is most often protecting the youth of our community while they are trying to…

By Maryanne Floyd The Shoals Holiday Concert, an annual favorite, is back for its third year, bringing a delightful blend of holiday cheer and exceptional music to the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. Colbert County Tourism and the Alabama Music Hall of Fame are teaming up once again to host this celebrated event, featuring a…

The following arrests were made by the Colbert County Sheriff’s Office: — On Nov. 24, James R. Martinez, 38, was arrested and charged with reckless driving and attempting to elude. According to Dep. Christopher Miller’s affidavit, while on patrol he allegedly witnessed a vehicle turn off all lights after passing a Tuscumbia unit on a…

It’s that time of year again. Some even call it the most wonderful time. As Christmas and the other winter holidays draw near, so do the many events celebrating the season. If you like Christmas parades and you live in or near The Shoals, you are in luck. Tuscumbia, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield and Florence each…

Halloween may have passed by, but local nonprofits are still feeling the benefits of efforts from earlier this fall. Back in October, a number of businesses in downtown Tuscumbia worked together to make a “Carecrow” Trail. Each participating business invited visitors to check out a scarecrow they placed outside, to take photos with it but…