Authors unveiled: Thompson students write book
With the help of Sarrell Dental of Attalla and the NFL Players Alumni Association, Thompson Elementary third, fourth and fifth grade students got to see the published product of labors that began last fall. The students worked together to write and illustrate a book, “Dr. Marlo goes Pro,” about Sarrell Dental’s mascot. Students said they had to develop the plot,
The Neighborhood Scoop by Dr. Cynthia L. Toles
Our hats are off to George W. Floyd Elementary School!
When devastation comes in one’s life, family, town, community or state, sharing becomes an essential part of the love we can give to others.
Our area and many others throughout Alabama have been destroyed by deadly tornadoes.
As a community, we can only be thankful and blessed that our lives and homes have
Hokes Bluff mourns loss of Mayor Gary W. Reeves
By Donna Thornton/News Editor
The Hokes Bluff community lost a dedicated public servant on May 26, with the passing of Hokes Bluff Mayor Gary W. Reeves.
Reeves was serving his second term as mayor, after his initial election in 2008.
Reeves was a lifelong resident of Hokes Bluff, had retired from Alabama Power Company after 33 years of service, and served on the
City to review changes to smoking ban
By Donna Thornton/News Editor