Story by Marla Ballard For over a century crowds have joined the now 2,000-plus citizens of Collinsville for the annual Turkey Trot that takes place each November. The event is hosted…
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History of Thanksgiving
By Karah Wilson karah@southerntorch.com DEKALB CO., Ala.—In Sept. 1620, the Mayflower left Plymouth, England, carrying over 100 passengers. The passengers were searching for a chance at religious freedom. After 66 days,…
Turkey Trot set for Saturday in Collinsville
By Karah Wilson karah@southerntorch.com COLLINSVILLE, Ala.—Collinsville’s Turkey Trot is an event not only popular to those who live in the town but to all DeKalb County residents. The event brought in…
Collinsville's Cricket Theatre reopens doors
By Joseph M. Morgan joseph@southerntorch.com COLLINSVILLE, Ala.— Thanks to the hard work of the Collinsville Historical Association (CHA) less than one week from today, the Cricket Theatre in Collinsville will open…