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December calendar of events
November 29 – December 1, 2024 – RBD 2024 at Hawk Pride Offroad – Hawk Pride Mountain Offroad, 3874 Hawk Pride Mountain Road, Tuscumbia. The 18th annual RBD event returns with open trail riding, a scavenger hunt, and plenty of fun! Download the RBD edition Hawk Pride map closer to the event and participate in…
Read More‘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…
Read MoreTuscumbia 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…
Read MoreTrojans 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…
Read MoreNov. 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…
Read MoreAmerican 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…
Read MoreMuscle 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…
Read MoreChristmas 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…
Read MoreNov. 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…
Read MoreFuller elected Colbert County Schools superintendent
The Nov. 5 general election has come and gone, and the results of the local elections are in. Nathan Fuller has been elected as the new superintendent for the Colbert County Schools system. “This school system is very near and dear to my heart and has been to my family for a really long time…
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