By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com NEW YORK, NY — In a shocking conclusion, Republican Donald J. Trump has defeated Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton and secured his place as our nation's 45th…
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Jason Barnett wins DeKalb County Superintendent!
PHOTO: Dr. Jason Barnett delivers victory speech at the DeKalb County Courthouse after winning the race for Superintendent. (Photo by Tyler Pruett) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala.…
Rainsville swears in new mayor; city council (VIDEO)
PHOTO: Judge Jeremy Taylor swears in Rainsville's new council and mayor last night. (Photo by Tyler Pruett) By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — In a special council meeting…
The fourteen statewide amendments explained
By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Many citizens may look at the ballot tomorrow, and wonder, “just what are these amendments?” 14 amendments will appear on the ballot…
Superintendent’s Race: Where they stand on the Issues (VIDEO)
PHOTO: Candidates for DeKalb County Superintendent, Jason Barnett and Bill Monroe, took the stage at Sylvania High School to answer questions on issues important to voters. (Tyler Pruett | Southern Torch) By…
Rainsville Chamber Chatter, October 28, 2016
Rainsville Chamber Chatter, October 28, 2016 We’re here to help anyway we can! Contributed by Tim Eberhart, Executive Director RAINSVILLE, Ala. — There was a time, quite a few years ago…
DeKalb school board says farewell to Wootten
DeKalb school board says farewell to Wootten By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com IDER, Ala. — In a special meeting held at Ider High School, the DeKalb County Board of Education…
Ainsworth, Livingston receive awards from Alabama RC&D
PHOTO: Representative Will Ainsworth (R-Guntersville) and Senator Steve Livingston (R-Scottsboro) were named outstanding 2016 State Representative and Senator by the Alabama Mountains, Rivers and Valleys Council on Thursday. (Will Ainsworth) By Tyler Pruett,…