By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com Almost nine weeks has passed since the first caucus goers cast their votes in Iowa, kicking-off the presidential nomination process. Since, the Republican field has narrowed significantly,…
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Bentley admits to inappropriate comments
By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com MONTGOMERY, Ala— In a strange sequence of events on Wednesday, Governor Robert Bentley admitted to making inappropriate comments to long-time staffer and advisor Rebekah Mason. The secretly…
Mentone's Kamama's has big plans for the future
By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com MENTONE, Ala— Since opening it’s doors in 2012, Kamama has been considered the cultural hub of Mentone. Meaning “butterfly” in the native Cherokee language, the business and…
Senate bill seeks to take the state out of marriage
By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com MONTGOMERY, Ala— On March 15, the Senate passed a bill introduced by Senator Greg Albritton (R-Bay Minette) that would abolish marriage licensing laws in Alabama. Senate Bill…
Sand Mountain Electric hosts first responders
Featured image: Sand Mountain Electric Cooperative General Manager and CEO Mike Simpson addresses a packed house of first responders By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala.— The Sand Mountain Electric Cooperative (SMEC)…
The Greenleaf Grill opens doors in Mentone
Featured image: The Greenleaf Grill is located in the old Moonlight Bistro on Highway 117. By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com MENTONE, Ala.— Mentone is now home to a new restaurant. The Greenleaf…
Ider Rescue Squad hosts bass tournament
By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com IDER, Ala.— The Ider Rescue Squad would like to invite all local fisherman to participate in a benefit bass tournament on April 9th. Anglers will launch at…
Surprise homecoming
A local hero returns to his family By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala— A touching scene unfolded at Cornerstone Academy this week when Sgt. 1st Class Johnny Stewart II surprised his…