By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — According to Fort Payne City Councilman Randall Ham in an online video earlier this month:[blockquote style="2"]"I've listened to your concerns, and I've…
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Brewer’s vision on growing Fort Payne’s Economy
By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — This week, the Southern Torch caught up with Lynn Brewer, who’s seeking a Fort Payne council seat on October 4. In…
Taylor seeks fair compensation for first responders
PHOTO: Councilman Gerald “Red” Taylor spoke up for first responders at the council meeting last Tuesday night. (Photo by Tyler Pruett) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. —…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: DC gas board should be run by citizens
The following letter was submitted to the Southern Torch by Fort Payne citizen Dale Jackson Sr. If you have thoughts you would like to be considered for print or posted to…
Fort Payne City Council Meeting, September 27 (FULL VIDEO)
By Staff Reports FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Full video of September 27's Fort Payne City Council meeting. John Dersham of the DeKalb County Tourist Association discusses funding for the upcoming fiscal…
Hunting and Fishing Classic Giveaway!
This weekend Oct.1st and 2nd at the Rainsville Agriculture Center, The North Alabama Hunting and Fishing Classic kicks off. We at Southern Torch will be set up at our booth ready…
Rainsville Council Candidate Marshall Stiefel, Question and Answer
PHOTO: Rainsville City Council candidate Marshall Stiefel. (Photo by Tyler Pruett) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Incumbent Joey Graham and Marshall Stiefel will be on the ballot…
Fort Payne Police Report, Friday, Sep. 23 - Sunday, Sep. 25
By Staff Reports FORT PAYNE, Ala. — The following is reported incidents, arrests, and accidents from the Fort Payne Police Department for Friday, September 23 – Sunday, September 25. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER…