Staff Reports By 3 a.m. Tuesday morning, DeKalb County officials were cautioning people to stay off the roads, with the following post on social media: “IMPASSABLE TRAVEL ADVISORY: Effective 3 a.m.,…
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Reports: Nick Saban to retire
Photo by Robert Sutton / Crimson Tide Photos / UA AthleticsRobert Sutton It’s the news few is any Alabama fans wanted to hear. The news broke Wednesday afternoon that University of Alabama…
DeKalb County and Fort Payne Schools go to e-learning Friday
The possibility of severe weather is impacting regular school functions in DeKalb County Friday.Brian Jett, Superintendent of Fort Payne City Schools issued this message Thursday afternoon: "Due to the possibility of…
UGF update: People can continue to give through Jan. 26
by Donna Thornton The United Givers Fund had its final volunteer luncheon served by the Lookout Mountain Homemakers last month, and UGF Executive Director, Elizabeth McElrath, updated the group on campaign…
Inside The Statehouse
Girls State Has Had A Profound Effect on Current State Leaders By Steve Flowers The Alabama Boys State and Girls State programs have been the spawning ground for Alabama political leaders…
Mentone Arts Center Calendar Events
By Marla Ballard Reporter DEKALB COUNTY - Mentone Arts Center is a community art center created and supported by the community and works to preserve and promote the rich culture of…
Celebrating a Life and a Legacy
The late Jeff Cook, Co-Founder of Alabama, to be Remembered in Service Saturday By Marla Jones Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com Before the bands take the stage, fans, friends, and family will remember…
June Jam History
By Marla Ballard Reporter June Jam ran from 1982 to 1997, the event has never been just a musical performance. The occasion is about bringing people together, supporting those in need,…