The late Jeff Cook, Co-Founder of Alabama, to be Remembered in Service Saturday By Marla Jones Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com Before the bands take the stage, fans, friends, and family will remember…
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June Jam History
By Marla Ballard Reporter June Jam ran from 1982 to 1997, the event has never been just a musical performance. The occasion is about bringing people together, supporting those in need,…
Hamfest Festival Coming June 10
By Marla Ballard Reporter DEKALB COUNTY - The town of Hammondville encompasses a total area of 4.9 square miles with a population of approximately 500. Nestled in the valley between Lookout…
Memories of Southern Torch
Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com By Marla Jones Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala.-- Southern Torch has brought DeKalb and Jackson County breaking news, political insight, and revolutionary sports coverage since…
Nursing Home Week
FORT PAYNE, Ala.-- Fort Payne Mayor Brian Baine presented a Proclamation last week to Crowne Health Care, proclaiming the week of May 14-20 as Nursing Home Week. Pictured: Felicia Case, Nursing…
Seniors Celebrated Older Americans Month
Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala.--The DeKalb County Council on Aging celebrated Older Americans Month with an event in Fort Payne last week. Participants played Bingo and had lunch…
DeKalb County Republicans Award Scholarships
DEKALB COUNTY, Ala.--The DeKalb County Republican Party recently awarded ten scholarships in the amount of $500 to outstanding Seniors from schools in DeKalb County. Pictured from Left to right: Emma Harrison-Valley…
Ider Finishes 2A State Tournament Run
Hornets Win Opening Game Before Elimination By Glendon Poe T-J Sports Editor glendon.poe@times-journal.com The Ider softball team closed its 2023 season with a 10-0 loss to Pleasant Valley in the elimination…