Story by Marla Ballard For over a century crowds have joined the now 2,000-plus citizens of Collinsville for the annual Turkey Trot that takes place each November. The event is hosted…
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Help needed for Toys for Tots campaign
Story by Donna Thornton donna@southerntorch.com The countdown is on to Christmas, and some of Santa’s best helpers must have help to ensure a merry one for DeKalb County families in need…
What to do in DeKalb County: Moon Lake Library hosts renowned author
Marla Ballard Columnist On Tuesday, Nov. 12, the Moon Lake Library will present Author Talk: Jerry Ellis – “Quote the Raven on the Ferris Wheel.” Ellis will discuss his latest book,…
Veterans Day celebrated around county
By MARY BAILEY The Reporter Ronald Reagan once said, “Those who say that we’re in a time when there are not heroes, they just don’t know where to look.” Heroes can…
Fort Payne edges Pell City, 24-23
Story by Mark Everett Kelly mark@southerntorch.com Big-time players make big-time plays in big-time games. Down 17-0 due to a series of unlucky and discouraging plays - the opposite of what the…
The Playoffs are here! First Round features six DeKalb County teams
Story By Mark Everett Kelly mark@southerntorch.com It's playoff time in DeKalb County as six teams prepare for their first-round matchups on Nov. 8. In Class 3A, Region 8, which features Fyffe,…
Trump wins second term in White House
By SHANNON J. ALLEN The Reporter American voters have spoken, and they’re returning Republican Donald Trump to the White House. Trump, the 45th president, will serve a second term following his…
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Raymond Brandon
by Katie Hightower Raymond Brandon is well-known for his role as Jackson County’s Santa Claus. For over 30 years, Brandon has served families of Jackson County as Santa. Brandon said he…