PHOTO: The Fort Payne Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying individuals thought to be involved in unrelated theft cases. (Fort Payne Police Department) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor …
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Inside the Statehouse: Assessing the Alabama Legislature
PHOTO: Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at www.steveflowers.us. By…
Antique tractor stolen from Cherokee County recovered last week
PHOTO: Cherokee County Sheriff's Office Investigator Brent Snead recovered the 1960 International with the assistance of Game and Fish Officer Jody Yancey and the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office. (Cherokee County Sheriff's…
Justice Department calls foul on "bulletproof backpack" claims by the Mainstream Media
PHOTO: Body armor plates such as these are officially certified by the National Institute of Justice and will defeat most rifle rounds. In the wake of the Parkland, Florida shooting, a…
Cherokee Co. Deputies make arrest for distribution in Centre
PHOTO: Robert S. Givens (18 of Centre) was arrested yesterday on charges of unlawful distribution and possession of paraphernalia after a drug investigation. (Cherokee County Sheriff's Office) By Staff Reports CENTRE, Ala.…
City to end mowing contracts
PHOTO: The Rainsville City Council voted to end mowing contracts and do all mowing in house. (Marla Jones | Southern Torch) By Marla Jones Reporter RAINSVILLE, Ala. — The Rainsville City…
Unfinished Business: Plainview Punches Ticket to State
PHOTO: Senior Bailey Dukes takes it to the hoop against the American Christian Academy Patriots in the Class 3A State Semifinals. (Kristy Gallagher | Southern Torch) By Marla Jones, Sports Editor marla@southerntorch.com…
VIDEO: County Commission honors June Brewer for 20 years of service
PHOTO: June Brewer was honored by the DeKalb County Commission on her retirement from The Council on Aging on Tuesday. The council helps provide a link to essential services for DeKalb…