By Amy Thrash, Reporter • amy@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Most eleven-year-olds want a swimming party for their birthday, but Mason Chandler had a different idea for his special day. Mason's dad Nathan…
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'DeKalb Santa' delivers to kids in need
By Zachary Hester, Art Director RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Every year when the Christmas season approaches, we immediately think of the many things we want on our lists. However, for the past…
A Moment with Megan: No Expiration Dates
By Megan Blansit Founder of The Beautiful Movement - a youth ministry for high school girls. For more information, visit The Beautiful Movement’s Facebook page, where I post the time, place,…
Christmas Magic
By Staff Reports DEKALB CO., Ala.—Christmas is a magical time for children. They can not wait for Santa to arrive with their presents. Sadly, some children in the Dekalb County area…
Christmas Treasure
By Dr. John E. Morgan Pastor–Collinsville Baptist Church My wife’s family is descending on us this weekend. It is time for the annual Christmas get together. There will be lots…
A Moment with Megan: More than a Gift
By Megan Blansit Founder of The Beautiful Movement - a youth ministry for high school girls. For more information, visit The Beautiful Movement’s Facebook page, where I post the time, place,…