Etowah Democratic Headquarters open ahead of November election
The Etowah County Democratic Headquarters opened with a rally Sunday, September 8 at 5 p.m. There was a brief ceremony, roll call of communities, a volunteer sign-up and merchandise for sale. Harris/Walz yard signs were available. The location for the headquarters is 312 Chestnut St. in Gadsden. The headquarters will be open each Saturday beginning […]
City of Attalla welcomes The Chill Spot to downtown area
By Kaitlin Hoskins, News Editor Derian Carden and her husband Tyler Carden celebrated the opening of The Chill Spot in Attalla last Friday, August 23. The high school sweethearts were joined by friends, family members, customers and city leaders during the ribbon cutting ceremony Friday. “I just want to thank the Cardens for all that […]
Southside runners have fine showing at Rainbow City Invitational 5K
Photo: Southside High’s Marlee Tucker crosses the finish line to win the Rainbow City Invitational girls 5K run on Thursday, Sept. 5 at the Vivian Maddox Sports Complex in Rainbow City. (Chris McCarthy/Messenger) By Chris McCarthy, Publisher/Editor The Southside High girls cross country team finished first and the boys came in second at the Rainbow […]
Westbrook, West End ranked in al.com volleyball poll
Messenger file photo by Chris McCarthy Released September 5 Class 7A 1. McGill-Toolen (12-5) 2. Bob Jones (16-3) 3. Auburn (6-2) 4. Huntsville (11-2) 5. Bayside Academy (8-3) 6. Daphne (10-1) 7. Thompson (8-2) 8. Vestavia Hills (6-2) 9. Hewitt-Trussville (9-3) 10. Hoover (6-4) Class 6A 1. Montgomery Academy (15-2) 2. Spanish Fort (17-3) 3. […]
In & around SEC football: Week 2 Previews and Predictions
By Cole Frederick/Sports Correspondent Alabama Week 1 Review The Kalen DeBoer era began on August 30 with a complete domination of Western Kentucky. Alabama cruised past the Hilltoppers 63-0, with the Crimson Tide looking razor sharp on both sides of the ball. Alabama’s defense set the tone early with two interceptions off former Auburn starter […]