All-Messenger volleyball team announced
Messenger file photo by Chris McCarthy Note: Selections were based on statistics submitted by area schools. Not all schools submitted information prior to deadline. First team Hitter Macey Herren (pictured above), senior, Southside: 363 kills, 357 digs, 60 aces, 47 blocks, 20 assists Sera Beth Potter, senior, Ashville: 394 kills, 292 digs, 53 blocks, 50 […]
In & around SEC football: Week 13 Previews and Predictions
By Cole Frederick/Sports Correspondent Alabama Week 12 Recap Quarterback Bryce Young was a stellar 31-40 for 559 yards and five touchdowns as Alabama avoided an upset and held off Arkansas for a 42-35 victory last week. Young kept himself in Heisman Trophy contention as his team clinched the SEC West Division and will meet Georgia […]
Legals for 11/26/2021 – 12/2/2021
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage dated June 29, 2007, executed by Cleophis McCurdy and wife, Jessie McCurdy, to CitiFinancial Corporation, LLC, which mortgage was recorded on July 2, 2007, in Instrument Number 3274388, of the mortgage records in the Office of the […]
Joel W. Helms Lions Eye Clinic celebrates grand re-opening in Gadsden
Dr. David Judge, Mike McElhaney, Nancy Helms Ryan, Barry Elliot and Betty Willoughby advocate for quality vision care through the Joel W. Helms Lions Eye Clinic. Katie Bohannon/Messenger. By Katie Bohannon, News Editor A transformative and remarkable resource rooted in Etowah County celebrated a new era in October, remembering a past characterized by compassion and […]
Practicing total body health: the benefits of deep breathing
Deep breathing is one of the easiest ways to improve your health. You can easily do this from anywhere at any time. It costs nothing and takes little effort. Take a little time each day to practice this and enjoy the benefits. Begin with breathing in and out through your nostrils. Place your hand over […]
Southern Taco Soup, Mexican Cornbread and Coconut Chess Pie
By Andy Bedwell Southern Taco Soup 2 pounds ground chuck 1 large onion, chopped (Brown both of these together and drain) 1 can Rotel tomatoes 2 large cans of tomatoes 1 can white shoe peg corn, drained 1 can yellow whole corn, drained 1 can chili beans 1 can pinto beans 1 package taco mix […]
46th Annual Patriots Day Program honors local veterans throughout Etowah County
Sergeant Major Connie Grant, LTC James Hanks, Etowah County Commissioner Johnny Grant, LTC Dave Jensen and ECSO Deputy Sergeant Lanny Handy are inducted into the 2021 Patriot’s Hall of Honor. Katie Bohannon/Messenger. By Katie Bohannon, News Editor Each year on Veterans Day, the United States honors countless men and women whose selfless contributions illustrate the […]
City of Champions Race highlights Gadsden, benefits local community
Runners compete in a previous City of Champions Race in downtown Gadsden. Photo courtesy of Gadsden Runners Club. By Katie Bohannon, News Editor Gadsden’s iconic landmarks and scenic spaces pose as the backdrop for a favorite annual run throughout town – the City of Champions Half Marathon 10k & 5k race. Saturday, November 20 marks […]
Mary Virginia’s Chicken and Dressing Casserole and Shoe Peg Corn/Green Bean Casserole
By Andy Bedwell Thanksgiving is nearly here, and I must share these two recipes. I already have two pans of dressing in the freezer and I’m beginning to start baking pies. I have also made homemade cranberry sauce this year. Do you remember when life moved just a little slower, when good food brought everyone […]