DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Tuesday, Nov. 10, 10:50 p.m. — There has been an unexpected twist in the DeKalb County Special Election held today to fill two open Constable positions. DeKalb…
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BREAKING NEWS: Shadrack is back! McGill will take on U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby in 2016
DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Republican Shadrack McGill from Jackson County announced today that he will be running against U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby in 2016. Shelby is a lion in the U.S.…
Rainsville Police Chief announces retirement
RAINSVILLE, Ala. — The City of Rainsville announced Monday night at their regularly scheduled city council meeting that Rainsville Police Chief Charles Centers will be stepping down from his position as head…
2015 Boo Bash Costume Winners Announced!
Southern Torch announced today the winners of the 2015 Rainsville Boo Bash costume contest that was held on Halloween night. More than 125 Trick-or-Treaters took part in the contest. Thank you…
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BREAKING NEWS: Wootten will not seek re-election to DeKalb BOE
Exclusive to the Southern Torch: By: Joseph M. Morgan DEKALB COUNTY, Ala.—DeKalb County Board of Education District 5 representative Terry Wootten (R-Ider) contacted Southern Torch today to officially announce that after…
Taylor to seek re-election in 2016
DeKalb Superintendent Hugh Taylor sits for an exclusive interview with Southern Torch Political Correspondent Tyler Pruett on Tuesday. Taylor announced today that he will be seeking re-election in 2016. Rainsville, Ala. - DeKalb…
Opinion: Where is proof in Thrash case?
The following letter was submitted to Southern Torch by Fyffe resident Conner Runyan. Southern Torch is committed to providing balanced, fair…