By Marla Ballard Reporter FORT PAYNE, ALA. - Insurance claims for damage to homes and businesses are at an all-time high. According to a 2022 analysis by the National Fire Protection…
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Several arrested on drug related charges in September
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — In the month of September, several were arrested on drug related charges. Thank you to Henagar, Crossville, Valley Head and Mentone Police Department, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office,…
New Clothing Store in Fort Payne
FORT PAYNE, ALA. - Five months ago a new clothing store opened in FortPayne. Jersey Girl Boutique offers more than just ladies' apparel. The storealso sells children's and men's clothing. Owner,…
Photography Class Being Held At JSU Canyon Center
By Marla Ballard Reporter DEKALB COUNTY, ALA. - Natural Light Photography, LLC now has a photographystudio at the Moon Lake Village, located at 5866 E. River Road, Mentone.Richard "Rich" Rybka is…
FP to increase Boom Days Budget
Judge Andrew Hairston, who has served on the Boom Days Committee since 2006, addressed the Fort Payne Council on the needs of the Committee to make Booms Days more successful. Marla…
Over 6 lbs. of Methamphetamine Seized
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden:FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On October 5, 2022, Narcotics Agents with DeKalb CountyNarcotics Unit along with Dekalb County Sheriff’s Office, Henagar Police Department,Rainsville…
Bears Shock the Rams
Marla Jones, Sports Editormarla@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala.-- The Plainview Bears defeated the Sylvania Rams 33-30 after overcoming a 17-point deficit in a Class 3A Region 6 showdown on Thursday night. The Rams…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
For nearly four decades, October has been recognized as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time devoted to educating everyone about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.…