High Falls after plenty of rain. (Photo by Tyler Pruett) By C. Campbell, Staff Writer cody@southerntorch.com GERALDINE, Ala. — High Falls Park in Geraldine will be hosting its annual Appreciation Day…
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Lawmakers reach compromise on BP funds, Rep. Ainsworth (R-Guntersville) weighs in
By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Last week, lawmakers in Montgomery reached a compromise on the allocation of the approximately $1 billion in settlement funds that BP is…
Dancing on a grave isn't illegal, but graffiti is
By Staff Reports GERALDINE, Ala. — On Thursday, September 8, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office received a call about vandalism committed at the New Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery on County Road 23.…
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…
Craig wins mayor's race in Sylvania
By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com SYLVANIA, Ala. — After the results were certified, acting Sylvania Mayor Gerald Craig has won reelection. Craig was in a three-way race with Tom Miller…
High School Senior Jerod Sharp secures Sylvania council seat
SYLVANIA, Ala. — The votes are in, and Sylvania High School Senior Jerod Sharp has secured a seat on the town council! Sharp defeated Thomas Hale 155 votes (47%) to 177…
Larry Bailey is seeking reelection to the Sylvania Council
By Tyler Pruett, Managing Editor tyler@southerntorch.com SYLVANIA, Ala. --- Sylvania City Councilman Larry Bailey is seeking another term. A lifelong resident of Sylvania, Bailey is seeking to continue serving its citizens…