Last week Southern Torch reported that Candidate for State Senate District 8 John Blackwell had dropped out of the race to enter the Congressional race in District 6. Tonight, Southern Torch…
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DeKalb County Commission Meets
The DeKalb County Commission had their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM. The Commission is comprised of: Ricky Harcrow, President Shane Wootten, District 1 Derek Caldwell, District 2…
Rainsville City Council Meets
On Monday night the Rainsville City Council held their last October meeting. Business discussed included: Letter of Resignation by Randy Tumlin from the Agricenter Board accepted Empower the Mayor to sign…
The Mentone Colorfest
Jake and Rachel show you the serenity of the Mentone Colorfest.
Board of Education to Address Common Core
The Common Core debate rages on across Alabama and around the country. Thursday the Alabama State Board of education will consider revoking the Memorandum of Agreement with the National Governor's Association…
Week 9 POWER Rankings
Welcome to the Southern Torch Week 9 POWER Rankings! Each week our staff grades every team in DeKalb County based on a number of factors. Let us know what you think!…
Week 8 Wrap-Up
Jake talks with Plainview QB Jayse Pruitt, and the crew wraps up Week 8. The Plainview Band joins the Sylvania Band to wrap up the rivalry on Friday night!…
First Responders Appreciation Fish Fry
On Tuesday evening Alabama State Representative Wes Long (HD-27) hosted a First Responders Appreciation Catfish Fry at the Grove Oak Volunteer Fire Department. "I want to thank all our first…