PHOTO: When a troop transport was torpedoed by a German Submarine in frigid waters, four chaplains gave up life vest and their lives so others may live. (Wikimedia Commons) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com…
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Local Shriner's offer to help Nora Rose
PHOTO: Nora Rose was born with Trisomy 13, which can cause severe organ defects. By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Last Thursday, the DeKalb County Shrine Club was…
'Large Amount' of Prescription Drugs stolen from C&H Drugs
PHOTO: The Burglary was reported at C&H's Gault Ave North location. (Tyler Pruett | Southern Torch) By Staff Reports FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On Sunday, February 12th, the owner of C…
Burglary investigation leads to large drug bust in Fort Payne
PHOTO: A burglary investigation led to 10 arrests for drugs at the Green Acres Trailer Park in Fort Payne. (DeKalb County Sheriff's Office) By Staff Reports FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On…
Workers break ground on new Applebee's location
PHOTO: Workers began construction on Fort Payne's new Applebee's this week! (Tyler Pruett | Southern Torch) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Earlier this week, workers broke ground…
Councilman Marshall Stiefel alienated over Spending Concerns
PHOTO: At Monday night’s meeting of the Rainsville City Council, Councilman Marshall Stiefel voiced concerns over recent spending and the city’s priorities. (Tyler Pruett | Southern Torch) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor…
Fort Payne Daycare surrenders license amid Investigation
PHOTO: Confirmed by the Alabama Department of Human Resources, Kidemics Day Care in Fort Payne has surrendered it's license, pending an investigation. (Tyler Pruett | Southern Torch) By Tyler Pruett, Managing…
City of Fort Payne sets hearing date for Chick-Fil-A agreement (VIDEO)
PHOTO: The City of Fort Payne has set a tentative date to review the contract with Chick-Fil-A! (File Photo) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — In the regular…