Goodyear’s Linkous promoted to manufacturing director
Steve Miller, vice president of operational excellence and consumer manufacturing for Goodyear-North America, has announced the promotion of Gordon Linkous to manufacturing director at Goodyear-Gadsden.
Linkous will succeed Mark McLenithan, who tendered his resignation effective Jan. 31.
“Gordon is a highly experienced tire manufacturing leader,” he said. “During his time at Goodyear, he has established himself as an extremely effective leader
Southern Cooking with Andy Bedwell
When I think of carrying a dish to a “pot luck” or a family function, Cathye’s Chicken Tetrazzini is usually at the top of my list.
This recipe comes from a dear cousin of mine who lives in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and is a huge Bama fan.
Cathye’s Chicken Tetrazzini
4-6 chicken breasts
8 ounce extra-sharp cheese, grated (I always grate my own
Events to honor MLK Jr.
By Donna Thornton/News Editor
Across the nation, people often mark the holiday designated to honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday with a day of service, as well as celebration.
Gadsden is no different. In addition to a breakfast, and the annual event at Convention Hall, the community will be served through a health fair on the Gadsden State
City of Gadsden opens expanded recycling center
By Donna Thornton/News Editor
The City of Gadsden is making it easier to be green with the opening of an expanded drop-off recycling center on Henry Street, just off Meighan Boulevard.
The city purchased the building at 306 Henry Street in July, with plans to open the recycling center to allow for a greater volume of recycling in a convenient location for
Mitchell students welcomed meteorologist James Spann
Students at Mitchell Elementary enjoyed a visit from Channel 33/40 Meteorologist James Spann on Jan. 15.
He encouraged students to read and learn math as he told the story of his first-grade teacher giving him a book on weather which sparked his interest and to this day his passion is weather forecasting. Students learned the importance of having a plan when
DaVita Rainbow City Dialysis accommodates working patients
By Laura Ann Tipps/Staff Writer
The staff of DaVita Rainbow City Dialysis is dedicated to taking proactive steps to improve the lives of its patients, most recently by adding extended treatment hours to accommodate those who maintain employment.
Now, patients have the option of starting their approximately four-hour sessions as late as 7p.m., allowing them to work a full day before traveling
Riverview Regional to serve as Scale Back Alabama site
Scale Back Alabama, which saw nearly 27,000 Alabamians lose a combined 129,528 pounds in 2013, is gearing up for its eighth year. For those persons planning to participate, Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden is the official weigh-in location for Etowah County.
Scale Back weigh-in hours at Riverview are Jan. 20, through Jan. 24. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday weigh-in times are
Music Club hold Christmas meeting
The Gadsden Music Club met recently at the Gadsden Country Club for its annual Christmas dinner. President Carol Larkins welcomed members and guests. John Larkins gave the invocation.
Program Chairman Stacey Garmon introduced an ensemble provided by the Southside High School Jazz Band directed by Band Director Matthew Weaver.
They performed Christmas songs of the season including Jingle Bells, Away in a