By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Sheriff’s deputies in rural counties across Alabama and the country are often faced with late night patrols in remote areas, alone,…
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TORCH OPINON: Let's not only remember, but finish the fight
By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com Since the events September 11, 2001, it’s become a part of life to pay remembrance of the lives lost on that day. Most of us…
Deer, Turkey killed in Alabama this season must be reported
By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — For the first time in Alabama history, deer and turkey that are harvested this season are required to be reported to…
Rainsville Police Department hires new officer
By C. Campbell, Staff Writer cody@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Following the approval of a motion at the Rainsville City Council meeting on Tuesday night, the Rainsville Police Department is hiring a…
Bryson Stronger
Bryson Richey (#11) breaks up a Sand Rock play in his comeback on Tuesday night. (Photo by Marla Jones, Sports Editor) Marla Jones, Sports Editor marla@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala.—On September 6, 2016…
Rainsville Council Sep. 6, Full Video
By Staff Reports RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Watch the full length video of Rainsville's September 6 council meeting.
Southern Torch Alabama or Auburn ticket giveaway
By Staff Reports RAINSVILLE, Ala. — The Southern Torch is giving away 2 free tickets to Alabama vs. Kentucky or Auburn vs. Louisiana Monroe (Saturday, October 1 games), with the winner deciding the…
Fort Payne Footworks opens Rainsville location
(Photo by Amy Thrash) By C. Campbell, Staff Writer cody@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Fort Payne Footworks has opened a second store, located on Highway 75 in Rainsville. According to Jill Caneer,…