Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com DEKALB COUNTY, Ala.--After Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida, a DeKalb County couple started questioning what they could do to help the many victims. After contacting…
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Board Meeting Announcement
DeKalb County Hospital Association dba DeKalb Ambulance Service will hold their regularly scheduled board meeting on October 20, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. in the Carson Educational Building at DeKalb Ambulance Service,…
Fall Events to Enjoy
Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com DEKALB COUNTY, Ala.-- Leaves are beginning to change, which brings the perfect opportunity to enjoy fall in DeKalb County this weekend. The 2022 Mentone Colorfest will…
Commission Praises Kuykendall
Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala.-- (Full Video on Southern Torch Facebook) The DeKalb County Commission held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, October 11. The DeKalb County Commission…
FP Mourns Loss of Beloved Businessman
Michael Shan Bruce - November 7, 1970 – October 12, 2022 Fort Payne, Ala --Michael Shan Bruce was born and raised in Fort Payne, Alabama where he graduated from Fort Payne…
Geraldine Council Meeting
The Geraldine Town council met on Monday, October 4, for their regular monthly meeting. Minutes were approved from the October 4, Work Session and the September 12, council Meeting. Discussion was…
Emergency Restoration Business Open 24/7
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…
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,…