Community mourns death of beloved Harry ‘Shug’ Butler
By Kaitlin Hoskins, News Editor Harry D. “Shug” Butler died Sunday, June 23 in Gadsden at 90 years old. According to his family, he was with his daughter at the time of his death. “He was known as ‘Shug’ to everyone, but I had the privilege to call him dad also as it was such […]
Southside bridge replacement project underway
By Kaitlin Hoskins, News Editor A public meeting on the replacement of Southside’s historic northbound bridge on Thursday, June 20, brought differing opinions from residents and local business owners. The one thing most people agreed on, though, was that a new bridge for AL Highway 77 over the Coosa River was […]
Etowah County Sheriff’s Office offering RAD women’s safety classes in July
The Etowah County Sheriff’s Office will once again host RAD Women’s Safety Classes. The two-night course will be held July 24-25 at 6 p.m. at the Sheriff’s Office in Gadsden. The Rape Aggression Defense (commonly called “RAD”) course is a program of realistic, self-defense tactics and techniques. It is a comprehensive course for women that […]
Dreamers in the Round performing at The Amp on July 18
Dreamers in the Round will perform at The Amp in Gadsden Thursday, July 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. Keith Burns, who recently performed as part of the “Parrothead Party,” will return to host the event. Burns is a member of the Grammy nominated Trick Pony and is a duo in Burns & Poe. He […]
GSCC releases spring Dean’s list
The Spring Semester 2024 Dean’s List at Gadsden State Community College was released by President Kathy Murphy. Full-time students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or above but below 4.0 (with all A’s and B’s) and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours of college-level work are named to the Dean’s List. […]
ECSO recognized for excellence in policy management
The Etowah County Sheriff’s Office has been recognized for excellence in policy management and training in 2023 by Lexipol, the nation’s leading provider of policy, training and wellness support for first responders and public servants, according to Sheriff Jonathon Horton. This is the 2nd consecutive year the Sheriff’s Office has been recognized. The Lexipol Connect […]
Obituary: William Gordon Maddox
William Gordon Maddox, age 94, went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 20, 2024. Gordon was born on June 5, 1930 in Florida to Alphonsa Hoyte Maddox and Verna Hudspeth Maddox. Gordon grew up working on his family farm around the Graceville, Florida area along with his older sister, Hazel Eudine Maddox […]
Kids Korner: A Perfect Day With Lavender
Editor’s Note: The staff of The Messenger believes that the growth and improvement of our society relies on the future thinkers and leaders around us — children. For this reason, The Messenger has created Kids Korner, a weekly opportunity for local children to display their stories and ideas. When a child’s creativity is encouraged, we […]
Community Calendar: June 28, 2024
June 29 Back Forty Beer Company will host the 2024 Naked Pig Relay and Sprint Triathlon. Participants will complete a four-mile run, two mile paddle and finish with a 17.5 mile bike ride. The event starts and ends at Back Forty, located at 200 North 6th Street, and will be from 7:30 a.m. to 12 […]