Opinion
Swindle: Justice Gorsuch defines conservatism
For the second time in less than a week, conservative Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) Justice Neil Gorsuch joined his four liberal colleagues ...
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Lanett Animal Clinic veterinarian retires, clinic to remain open
Lanett Animal Clinic Veterinarian Jerry Thomas has retired due to health concerns, according to reports on the clinic’s ...
Southern Union and AUM team up to provide transfer scholarships
An Alabama university will offer unlimited transfer scholarships to Southern Union State Community College students for specific degrees ...
Price talks about Legislative session to Valley Lions Club
State Sen. Randy Price was the guest speaker at the Monday evening meeting of the Valley Lions Club.
Lanett Council approves purchase of new ambulance, applies for more grants
The Lanett City Council approved the purchase of a new ambulance Monday night at its regular council meeting.
Opinion
Our View: Some stories bring smiles
In our communities, it’s clear that local law enforcement makes it a goal to get to know the people that it serves.
by Staff Reports.
News
TCSS faces declining enrollment numbers
One of the first things Superintendent Brian Shumate presented during his first Troup County School Board meeting Monday were gradually declining enrollment numbers for the ...
by Daniel Evans.
News
One arrested, two additional suspects sought for stabbing following botched robbery plan
An alleged robbery plan turned more serious last week, leaving one man with serious injuries and three others facing attempted murder charges, according to a ...
by Staff Reports.
News Main
Valley-native Hopkins invited to play in All-American games
VALLEY — For the second summer in a row, Bryant Hopkins has been selected to participate in select-youth baseball camp.
by Rashad Milligan.
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West Point 14U baseball season ends
WEST POINT — The 14 and under baseball all-stars of West Point’s season ended in harsh fashion this past week at the state tournament. West ...
by Rashad Milligan.
News
West Point officers join basketball game with area children
A heartwarming video of two officers with the West Point Police Department playing basketball with children in the surrounding community surfaced on social media Saturday.
by Staff Reports.
News
Refuge Point Church dedicates new home
It’s been a good year for Willie McQueen. May 5 marked his tenth anniversary of being free from drugs and alcohol, and on Sunday, a ...
by Wayne Clark.
News
Dragon Boat Race draws big crowd
Thousands of people attended Saturday’s dragon boat race at West Point Lake, which in its fourth year continues to grow in its support of Harmony ...
by Daniel Evans.
News
Korean War veterans honored Saturday by Ajin USA and Wooshin USA
Eleven Chambers County veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during the Korean War were honored in a Saturday ceremony at Saugahatchee Country Club.
by Wayne Clark.
Opinion
Our View: Best of luck getting back in business
Starting a business at any time is tough. It requires several hours away from family, a strong work ethic and a desire to be successful.
by Staff Reports.
Opinion
Tures: Why the US Women’s National Team deserves equal pay
I can still remember that moment, as a little kid in El Paso, Texas. We took the field against our opponents, the Red Raiders, a team ...
by Staff Reports.
Opinion
Filush-Glaze: The light we lost
Have you ever felt like you were walking through life in the dark or have been surrounded by shadows?
by Staff Reports.
News Main
Dadeville Dixie Majors headed to World Series
The Dadeville Dixie Youth Majors All-Star team put its motto “Fearless” to use in the state tournament to secure the championship and advance the team ...
by Staff Reports.
News Main
Valley High set to host soccer camp on July 17
VALLEY — The Valley High School soccer program is hosting its second annual youth summer camp on the morning of July 17.
by Rashad Milligan.
News Main
West Point ready to host state baseball tournament
WEST POINT — West Point gets the chance to show off its facilities this upcoming week for this year’s baseball 14 and under state tournament.
by Rashad Milligan.
News
County to resurface County Road 212
One of the roads providing access to West Point Lake in Lanett will see some work at the end of the month.
by Dustin Duncan.
News
Whit’s Chic revives business in familiar location
Tucked away in the former mill village of Fairfax, a former business is giving it another go with hopes of providing a family-style atmosphere and ...
by Dustin Duncan.
News
Lanett musician plays near home
Lanett native Roger Wheeler has finally done something he’s always wanted to do. He came back home to play before a live audience.
by Wayne Clark.
News
Fallen soldier Corey Spates memorialized
No eye was left untouched by tears Thursday morning during a ceremony honoring a local fallen solider.
by Dustin Duncan.
News
Feds bring new sex crimes charges against singer R. Kelly
R. Kelly was arrested on federal charges that accuse him and members of his entourage of recruiting women and girls to engage in illegal sexual ...
by Staff Reports.
News
Ladies Ministry learns about human trafficking
The Ladies Ministry of Lanett Church of the Nazarene met at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9 in the Tea Room of the church.
by Staff Reports.
News
New Orleans fears triple threat of storm surge, river, rain
When it comes to water, New Orleans faces three threats: the sea, the sky and the river.
by Staff Reports.
News
Family, law enforcement honor slain deputy at funeral
The police dispatcher’s voice filled the crowded corner of the cemetery, calling for a Georgia deputy’s response. Listeners Thursday knew the answer would never come.
by Staff Reports.
Opinion
Brooks: When people walk aways from church
Apostasy isn’t a word my denomination uses much, probably because we don’t believe in it. Many evangelicals hold to the fifth tenet of John Calvin’s ...
by Staff Reports.
Opinion
Gendusa: A new America Sunday morning
Sunday morning began as usual with coffee brewing at 7 am, the paper waiting to be read, and the morning news streaming from the small ...
by Staff Reports.
Opinion
Several changes in area schools
Change can be exciting and terrifying at the same time, especially when the incoming change is unknown.
by Staff Reports.
Opinion
Brady: How do you spell success?
In a back issue of “Guidepost” magazine, a retired business executive was once asked the secret of his success. He replied that it could be ...