The Vagabond – Early business names in downtown Gadsden
By Danny Crownover Over the years, many businesses in and around Gadsden had odd names for one reason and another. For instance, there was Sprinkle’s Gardens from a Mr. Sprinkle who operated truck gardens and Rob’s Cabs from a man whose first name was Rob. There also was Sober’s Trucks, Salter’s Cafe and Moon & […]
Keep Smiling with Rosie Preston: Today’s technology has a short shelf life
By Rosie Preston Sometimes I can’t help but compare the technology we take for granted, such as cell phones, computers, microwaves and smart TV’s, along with some of the newfound technologies of my grandparent’s days. When I was very young, I remember my grandparents buying a new black and white television. Unfortunately, there were only […]
God’s Word revealed – There is a Way forward for mankind
By John Larkins Perhaps we find our death too unpleasant to think about and plan for, but so far as I know, this is an experience we all share. We do not even have to agree on such questions as, “Is there a God?” or “What will He do with us?” The fact that death […]
From God’s Word – Tammuz: a month to review your filmstrip
By Toni Ford This week, we are nearing the end of Tammuz, the fourth month of the Hebrew calendar, which is often referred to as the month to “Review your filmstrip and escape the snare of the Golden Calf!” When we look back at previous months and their meanings, we are able to understand more […]
Chicken Salad, Vegetable Salad and Fluffy Pink Salad (a.k.a. the “Pink Stuff”)
By Andy Bedwell There are so many foods that are unique to our region of the country. Sweet tea, pimento cheese, deviled eggs, fried chicken, fried catfish and tomato sandwiches are all wonderful staples in the South. I always evaluate a new restaurant by the quality of the sweet tea. Iced, sweet, tea must be […]
Biblical brothers and fireworks
By Vicki Scott My age might be telling on me when I tell you that July seems to have arrived faster than usual. My husband Alan and I still are in transition to a place in our lives of mass confusion. We spend about five days of the week in Dadeville at our lake house […]
FSC raises awareness for child abuse
Etowah County Commissioners and Family Success Center employees cut a blue ribbon on July 6 to mark the start of the Blue Ribbon Campaign. Pictured, from left: FSC PEACE Program director Teresa Owens; Etowah County Chief Administrative Officer Shane Ellison; District 1 Commissioner Joey Statum; District 2 Commissioner Johnny Grant; District 3 Commissioner Jamie Grant; […]
Local favorite Tre Ragazzi’s Italian Café debuts new location at Gadsden Mall
From left to right, Tyler, Chad and Seth Napper represent Tre Ragazzi’s namesake, which translates to “three boys” in English. By Katie Bohannon, News Editor A beloved family-owned business is setting up shop in a City of Champions landmark. After a decade on Broad Street, Tre Ragazzi’s Italian Café bid ciao to its original location, […]
Local festival draws indie filmmakers
Local independent filmmaker Chari Bostic leads a discussion during a meeting of the Alabama Filmmakers Co-op on June 26 at the Gadsden Museum of Art. By Izack Seahorn, Staff Correspondent The Alabama Filmmakers Co-op, a group of independent filmmakers from across the state, met at the Gadsden Museum of Art on June 26 to showcase […]