By Steve Flowers, Political Columnist MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As is my annual ritual, my yearend column pays tribute to Alabama political legends who have passed away during the year. Sonny Cauthen…
Category: Opinion
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: The Death of Leadership
Submitted by Liam Holley What has happened to the skills and morals of leadership in our current entitled society. There was a time when we entrusted the men and women we elected…
OPED: Respect for Old Glory
Submitted by Anthony Cooper This is an opinion piece. I have tried to just work and enjoy my life and consider myself fortunate to have been given the opportunity to live…
OPINION: A Local Family Physician’s Perspective
Submitted by Chad Williamson, CEO of DeKalb MD I became a family physician because I wanted to treat people - not diseases. That notion has never been more true than it…
Letter from the Editor: Comfort in the Storms
By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com COLLINSVILLE, Ala. — Often times when you look on social media, you will see complaints about police officers. There will always be the posts…
OPED: Caregiving in the Era of COVID-19
Submitted by Candi Williams, AARP State Director ALABAMA — Even in ordinary times, the more than 760,000 unpaid family caregivers in Alabama face a daunting set of daily tasks. Oftentimes with…
Letter to the Editor: Wait for Local Stores to Reopen
Submitted by Scott Lloyd Dear Editor, Governor Ivey’s order for non-essential businesses to close until April 17 was necessary. However, our neighbors who own small businesses are being required to do…
Letter from the Editor: Southern Torch is Still Here for You
By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com The focus of Southern Torch is the same as it has always been- ensuring that you have the most up-to-date and reliable news available.…