Carnell ‘Cadillac’ Williams coaches Westbrook alum
Photo: Westbrook Christian graduate and current Auburn University football player John Reese Bellew (left) poses with former Etowah High and AU football standout and interim AU head football coach Carnell Williams following a recent practice. (Courtesy of Lana Bellew) 11-17-2022 By Emma Kirkemier, News Editor Carnell “Cadillac” Williams, interim head coach for the Auburn University […]
In & around SEC football: Week 12 Previews and Predictions
Auburn Week 11 Recap The atmosphere in Jordan-Hare Stadium did not reflect that a pair of 3-6 teams were competing. Carnell Williams’ first home game as Auburn’s interim coach provided an electric atmosphere as the Attalla native led his alma mater to a 13-10 victory. Auburn outgained the Aggies by a 330 to 215 margin […]
Drew Noles stepping down at Westbrook Christian
Messenger file photo by Mike Goodson By Chris McCarthy, Publisher/Editor After 32 years of high school coaching, including the past four as Westbrook Christian head football coach and athletic director, Drew Noles recently decided to hand over his whistle and clipboard. Noles said that while he had no timetable of how long he would coach at […]
Legals for 11/18/2022 – 11/24/2022
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF Alabama COUNTY OF ETOWAH Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Harold Rodger Williams And Donna Williams Husband And Wife to American General Financial Services of Alabama, Inc. dated February 21, 2008; said mortgage being recorded on […]
Coosa players recognized in prep football spotlight
Messenger file photo by Chris McCarthy Three players from Coosa Christian were recognized in the Alabama High School Athletic Association’s Prep Football Spotlight after the Conquerors’ 31-28 victory over Spring Garden in the second round of the Class 1A state playoffs on November 11. Senior running back Jy Mostella rushed for 197 yards on 21 […]
Conquerors sail into state quarterfinals
Messenger file photo by Chris McCarthy By Shannon Fagan/WEIS Radio Sports Chris McCarthy/Publisher/Editor Add another “first” to the list of Coosa Christian football team’s accomplishments this season. Fresh off their first-ever AHSAA playoff victory last week against Hackleburg, the Conquerors (8-4) went on the road on November 11 and took down No. 6 Spring Garden, […]
Titans fall to Mountain Brook in second round
Photo: Gadsden City’s Matthew Sparks (left) attempts a pass as Mountain Brook’s Vaughn Frost bears down during the Titans’ 37-6 loss in the second round of the Class 6A state football playoffs on November 11 at GCHS. (Chris McCarthy/Messenger) Gadsden City’s 2022 season came to an abrupt end against Mountain Brook on November 11. The […]
Southern Cooking with Andy Bedwell – Quick and easy pre-Thanksgiving meals
By Andy Bedwell My sister and I grew up with a mother who enjoyed cooking and was a wonderful cook. She taught us the importance of presentation and taste. During our school years, we entered our home daily with something on the stove simmering or a new recipe she wanted us to try. I treasure […]
Fried nerves and fried chicken
By Vicki Scott Our first Veterans Day program at First Dadeville Baptist Church is this Sunday, and my anxiety is getting the better of me. I’m trying to put together a program like the ones we had at George Wallace Senior Center in Glencoe. I want so much to give our seniors here in Dadeville […]