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Springwood School graduates 29 students
When Tuong Tran began delivering her valedictorian address in her native Vietnamese, it drew a lot of bewildered looks from the large crowd gathered inside ...
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Johnson to step down as Lanett Schools superintendent
Lanett City Schools Superintendent Phillip Johnson announced he is stepping down from his post as superintendent at a ...
Swanson on using basketball as therapy, and his improved season
ATLANTA —It was a December night in 2015 when a former student-athlete entered the basketball court at Vanderbilt ...
Alabama Hawks return to action, gain exposure with college coaches
LANETT — The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) circuit is in full swing this year on all levels, including ...
Chambers Academy seniors collect $1.3M in scholarships
Chambers Academy celebrated its 50th graduating class on Friday night at Torbert Field.
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Lanett High School graduate 54 students Friday night
On Friday night, Morgan-Washburn Stadium played host to 54 graduates from Lanett High School moving on to the next phase of their young lives.
by Dustin Duncan.
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American Legion Post 67 hosting Memorial Day program
American Legion Post 67 and the Legion Auxiliary will be hosting a Memorial Day program at Veterans Park in the Langdale community at 11 a.m. ...
by Wayne Clark.
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Beulah graduates dance way to diplomas
BEULAH —The 2019 Beulah High School graduation ceremony was truly one filled with jubilation.
by Rashad Milligan.
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West Point teen raising money to attend STEM summer program
WEST POINT — Xantavious Brewer just wants to play basketball, watch ESPN and continue taking the steps necessary to become a scientist.
by Rashad Milligan.
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Library talks about three women in Chambers County history
Cobb archivist Robin Brown talked about three prominent women in east Alabama history during a Lunch N Learn program Wednesday at Bradshaw-Chambers County Library.
by Wayne Clark.
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Students receive scholarships from Lanett Masons Lodge
Three local Class of 2019 graduates got a little help from Lodge No. 656 Free and Accepted Masons in Lanett by way of a $1,000 ...
by Wayne Clark.
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Chambers County hires two principals
The Chambers County Board of Education accepted the recommendation from Superintendent Dr. Kelli Hodge Wednesday to appoint Misty Hudmon as the new principal of Huguley ...
by Dustin Duncan.
Opinion
Memorial Day interview with one of America’s military heroes
In the spring of 2019, LaGrange College was privileged to host retired General John Jumper, one of America’s top military leaders. From Vietnam to the ...
by Staff Reports.
Editorials
Four Star to be a boost for our community
People who travel along I-85 between Montgomery and Atlanta probably think of the Valley from what it looks like at exit 77. On the north ...
by Staff Reports.
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Davidson twins set to graduate from Lanett High School
LANETT — Kolby and Kaleb Davidson get recognized as a unit everywhere locally.
by Rashad Milligan.
Opinion
‘Amazing Shake’ develops necessary skills
Amazing Shake is a competition that was started at Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta to give fifth and sixth graders the chance to be assertive, ...
by Staff Reports.
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At abortion clinics, new laws sow confusion, uncertainty
Abortion clinics are facing protesters emboldened by a flurry of restrictive new state laws as they reassure confused patients that the laws have yet to ...
by Staff Reports.
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Tire manufacturer project is on indefinite hold in LaGrange
On Wednesday, the Downtown LaGrange Development Authority confirmed that construction of Sentury Tire USA’s Troup County facility has been placed on hold indefinitely.
by Staff Reports.
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Point University wants to increase footprint in West Point
Point University doesn’t plan of slowing down anytime soon, according to Rusty Hassell, executive director of enrollment management at Point University.
by Dustin Duncan.
Opinion
Evans: Keep valedictorian and salutatorian
Many schools around the country have decided to stop naming a valedictorian and salutatorian, noting the added stress and competition it creates among students.
by Daniel Evans.
Opinion
Brady: Best at not quitting
I read somewhere about a man who audited a doctoral seminar on leadership. One day the professor asked each of the 16 participants in his class ...
by Staff Reports.
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Four Star Freightliner breaks ground in Valley
In the 1980s, Jerry Kocan was a representative for Caterpillar, working the Interstate 85 corridor. He made many stops at Exits 77 and 79 in ...
by Wayne Clark.
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Alabama House approves ‘born alive’ abortion bill
Doctors would face prison sentences if they fail to treat babies "born alive" after an attempted abortion, under a bill approved Tuesday night by the ...
by Staff Reports.
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Teachers, students, parent cut hair for kids
As students held their breath in hopes of winning a new car during Friday’s pep rally at Troup High School, five teachers, four students and ...
by Staff Reports.
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School 2 Work puts graduating Troup County seniors directly into jobs
When Troup County School System seniors toss their graduation caps in the air next week as a culmination to the graduation ceremony, they will be ...
by Staff Reports.
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Resurfacing project on I-85 in Georgia to take six months to complete
A resurfacing project on Interstate 85 in Harris and Troup Counties is scheduled to begin Tuesday, May 28, according to a news release from the ...
by Dustin Duncan.
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Commission approves Sea of Galilee replica
In the not-too-distant future, locals and out-of-town visitors may be able to step back into biblical Galilee right here in Troup County.
by Staff Reports.
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Chambers County Commissioner James “Moto” Williams reflects on his time with the Alabama Forestry Commission
James “Moto” Williams is perhaps the best-known forestry professional in Chambers County. He will mark 30 years with the Alabama Forestry Commission on July 1. ...
by Wayne Clark.
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Valley Parks and Rec hosting multiple programs this summer
VALLEY — There are many different ways Valley residents can avoid boredom this summer at the Valley Sportsplex.
by Rashad Milligan.
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Class of 2019 graduates at LaFayette High School
LaFAYETTE — It was an emotional night for several LaFayette High School seniors who by the end of Tuesday night were high school graduates.
by Dustin Duncan.
Opinion
Take precaution in the heat
If you’ve been outside in the last days, this isn’t breaking news, but it’s hot outside. Unfortunately, it’s only going to get worse.
by Staff Reports.
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Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist victims in east Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $645,000 to assist victims of domestic violence in east Alabama through two agencies that offer safe shelter and ...