Olympian speaks to Thompson students
By Donna Thornton/News Editor Patrice Maxwell’s fourth-grade class at Thompson Elementary School knew a few things about their guest speaker on Dec. 10. They knew that Tim Montgomery was known, before Usain Bolt broke his record, as the fastest man in the world. “I’m pretty fast,” Montgomery said, “But guess what happened to me? I […]
Hokes Bluff First UMC hosts ‘Last Minute Christmas Show’
By Laura Ann Tipps/Staff Writer Some of Etowah County’s most talented musicians and storytellers will put on the annual “Last Minute Christmas Show” at First United Methodist Church of Hokes Bluff at 6 p.m. Dec. 16. No admission will be charged. For the show’s attendees, it is an opportunity to witness high caliber performances for […]
Chief urges caution shopping online, in stores
By Donna Thornton/News Editor Gadsden Police Chief John Crane knows most folks are familiar with the Christmas precautions law enforcement agencies have given out for years — don’t leave valuables in plain sight in your vehicle or your home, don’t shop alone, lock doors and draw curtains in your home. All those precautions should be […]
GCHS Chorale show scheduled for Dec. 16
Gadsden City High School’s Titan Chorale will be giving a Christmas concert Dec. 16. The show will begin at 7 p.m. at Rainbow Presbyterian Church (3220 Rainbow Drive), and admission is free. According to Gina Garmon, one of the choir’s directors, the Titan Chorale is a smaller ensemble formed by students from the school’s concert […]
GSCC students, instructors receive ACCS Chancellor’s awards
Gadsden State Community College students and employees were honored during the Alabama Community College System 27th Annual Conference recently held in Birmingham. The Chancellor’s Award Ceremony is part of the conference and designed to recognize college employees who have demonstrated outstanding professional service, creativity, and a dedication to community service. Through the Art Exhibition, students […]
West End’s Oliver signs with Snead State
By Shannon J. Allen/Sand Mountain Reporter
Courtney Oliver played volleyball for five years at West End High, including the last four on the varsity.
Unlike many players, however, she never played club volleyball. A standout softball player, Oliver played travel softball instead.
But when it came time to make a decision about what to play in college, Oliver chose
Jeff McLaughlin announces campaign for House District
Former State Representative Jeff McLaughlin, D-Guntersville, recently announced that he is seeking election again to the Alabama House of Representative in District 27. McLaughlin represented District 27 from 2001-2010. The district includes most of Marshall County and small portions of Blount and DeKalb Counties. “After the past three years, I decided to run for the […]
Antiquarian Society of Gadsden holds meeting
The Antiquarian Society of Gadsden held its first meeting of the year at the Gadsden Country Club. President Susan Copeland welcomed returning members and introduced new members. The new members of the Antiquarian Society are Tricia Blount, Teresa Clifton, Cherie Cornelius, Donna Garner, Sandra Hill, Debbie Leach, Lisa McCartney, Sara McClendon, Penny Pine, Neita Taylor, […]
Kiwanis receive Walmart grant for youth shopping tour
The Kiwanis Club of Gadsden received a $1,000 grant from Walmart thru their local giving facility program. The grant is given to organizations Walmart feels is doing important work to the communities they serve. The Kiwanis of Gadsden will use the funds for their annual Area Youth Christmas Shopping event on Dec.14 at the East […]