By Lucas Pruett You know what is one of the main things we seek in our lives on a daily basis? Compassion. We don’t realize it at all but we want…
Day: July 22, 2016
Fort Payne Police Report (Monday, 7/11 - Sunday, 7/17)
Monday July 11th Reported Incidents (7/11) Theft of Property – Occurred at Wal-Mart. A Rayovac flashlight, two Energizer flashlights, CO2 pistol, pack of Alkaline batteries and a CO2 bottle were taken,…
The shirt off my back: 1996 Atlanta Olympics, by Dr. John E. Morgan
By Dr. John E. Morgan Pastor–Collinsville Baptist Church Twenty years ago we were all excited about the Summer Olympics. In Atlanta. Gloria, John and I all volunteered. Gloria with gymnastics. John…
Mentone awarded city planning grant from Appalachian Regional Commission
Featured image: The town of Mentone was recently awarded a grant from ARC to develop a long-term plan for the city. By Joseph M. Morgan Editor and Publisher joseph@southerntorch.com MENTONE, Ala.— The…
Fort Payne businesswoman, Lynn Brewer announces candidacy for FPCC
By Joseph M. Morgan Editor and Publisher joseph@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala.— Fort Payne businesswoman Lynn Locklear Brewer recently announced her intention to run for Fort Payne City Council. Brewer is the…
Hannah Atchley All-American Mascot winner, by Marla Jones
By Marla Jones Sports Editor marla@southerntorch.com SYLVANIA, Ala.—The University of Alabama held their annual mascot camp July 11-15, 2016. Hannah Atchley, of Sylvania won the Leadership Award and Superior Mascot Award. …