Early history of the Noccalula Falls
Noccalula Falls and its 40 acres of surrounding property was first owned by Thomas McClung in 1845. It was called Black Creek Falls then and for many years after. About 1870 G.O. Baker of Dallas County came into possession of the falls and added acreage to the holdings.
In 1867 a writer for a local newspaper wrote: “Reaching underneath…
House Democrats use common sense to help students
Much to the chagrin of students everywhere, homework is an essential part of a good education. When students do math problems or go over a history lesson at home, homework solidifies what they learned in class.
Yet, one in five Alabama students don’t have a textbook to bring home. Many Alabama textbooks are in terrible shape because they are…
Late county commissioner Williams honored
The bridge spanning Big Wills Creek on the Black Creek Parkway extension now has an appropriate name.
Last Tuesday (Feb. 28), local officials and dignitaries christened the above structure “Billy Ray “Bull Dog” Williams Bridge.
A longtime District 6 Representative for the Etowah County Commission, Williams passed away on Dec. 19, 2002. His widow Fay Bradford Williams and their…