By Zach Hester, Reporter • zach@southerntorch.com POWELL, Ala. — Ahead of the start of its fall semester, Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) has announced a plan for safely reopening amidst the developing…
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Rigstad Retires from DCSO
By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com DEKALB COUNTY, Ala.-- The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office recently celebrated the retirement of Lt. Alfred Rigstad. Rigstad served the citizens of DeKalb County for over…
Local Band Directors Release Plan for Fall Programs
By Zach Hester, Reporter • zach@southerntorch.com PHOTO: Plainview High School's marching band performs at 2018's DeKalb County Exhibition. (Zach Hester | Southern Torch) DeKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Amidst the coronavirus pandemic, how…
CCA Student Gives Back to Siblings
By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Carter Pike is a 14-year old with a great business head on his shoulders. Carter appreciated the fact that his parents…
Remembering Miss Helen
By Southern Torch Staff Mrs. Helen Brooks Browder, age 89 of Rainsville, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020 at her residence. Graveside service was held on Monday, July 6, 2020…
FP Lawyer Named Ms. Alabama USA 2020
By Southern Torch Staff FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Fort Payne lawyer Sarah Rutledge was crowned Ms. Alabama United States 2020 last month. "I am so excited for this upcoming year to…
Sand Mtn. Park & Ampitheater Announces Discounts
By Zach Hester, Reporter • zach@southerntorch.com (Photo via City of Albertville | cityofalbertville.com) ALBERTVILLE, Ala. — Sand Mountain Park and Ampitheater, located in Albertville, has announced new pricing and membership information. …
Canyon Mouth Park to Reopens at Little River
By Zach Hester, Reporter • zach@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — After nearly three months of closure, Canyon Mouth Park is ready to reopen. Canyon Mouth Park, which is a popular location at…