FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Several were arrested over the last few weeks on drug-related charges. Over 200 grams of methamphetamine, marijuana, controlled medications, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm were all confiscated…
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Torch Contest Back to School Winners Announced
By Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com ------ DeKalb and Jackson County, Alabama—As the school bells were ringing last week, Southern Torch asked for readers to submit their back to school pictures.…
Barn Offers A Picker’s Paradise
By Marla Ballard, Reporter bamabell62@gmail.com ----------------- Barn Yard Antiques is just what it sounds like, it is a barn where shoppers will find antiques and other time-honored treasures. The barn is…
Dalton Registers as Sex Offender
Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com ---- DEKALB COUNTY, Ala.-- Donovan Wayne Dalton, 30, completed his jail sentence for engaging in sexual contact with students and returned to his residence on County…
Pete the Cat Strolled into Town
By Steve Malcom, Reporter steve@southerntorch.com ---------- FORT PAYNE, ALA.--The fourth annual Pete the Cat Day, sponsored by Fort Payne Main Street was held Saturday, August 6 at the Coal and Iron…
DeKalb County to Update Communications
Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala.--(FULL VIDEO ON SOUTHERN TORCH FACEBOOK) The DeKalb County Commission held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 9. The Commission approved the new…
Alabama’s New Flame Throwers
Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com ------ FORT PAYNE, Ala.-- Southern Torch is pleased to welcome Tommy Daniels and Steve Malcolm as the newest radio personalities for 101-7 The Torch. The Torch…
Bridge Dedicated in Honor of T.K. Davis
Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com COLLINSVILLE, ALA.-- (Full Video on Southern Torch Facebook) On Thursday, August 11, friends and family gathered on County Road 51 in Collinsville, as a bridge was…