By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On Saturday, June 6, members of the Church of the Highlands Gadsden branch participated in SERVE Day by holding an…
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Happy Birthday, Doc!
By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — On June 12, 2020, a long-time Rainsville resident, Dr. Lelon “Doc” Thompson will celebrate his 95th birthday. Born in 1925…
Welcome Home
By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com HENAGAR, Ala. — Henagar Baptist Church recently named Roger Graham as their new pastor. Graham began his preaching career at the age of 16. …
Collinsville Healthcare & Rehab Adds Visitation Booth
By Zach Hester, Reporter • zach@southerntorch.com COLLINSVILLE, Ala. — Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many nursing homes have been forced to close their doors to visitors; however, Collinsville Healthcare and Rehab…
Blessing Box Opens in Valley Head
By Southern Torch Staff (Photo Submitted by Bonnie Tucker) VALLEY HEAD, Ala. — A "blessing box" has been started for those who need it in Valley Head. The box is at…
Boaz Parks & Rec Announces Reopening Schedule
By Southern Torch Staff BOAZ, Ala. — A "new normal" will begin to take shape for Boaz Parks and Recreation as it prepares to reopen facilities next month. According to a…
Twin City to Give Back in Marshall County
By Southern Torch Staff MARSHALL COUNTY, Ala. — On Saturday, May 30, Twin City Used Car Sales will team up with the Marshall County Chamber of Commerce, Cowboy Church, and Miles…
Alabama Sets Free Fishing Day for June 13
By Zach Hester, Reporter • zach@southerntorch.com (National Park Service | Neal Herbert) ALABAMA — Alabamians and out-of-state visitors will have the chance to fish for free in most public waters on…