St. James student earns spot in 2026 All-State Choir

By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Congratulations are in order for 13-year-old St. James Catholic School student Claire Sullivan, who was selected for the Alabama Vocal Association’s 2026 All-State Choir. Sullivan is a member of the Gadsden Youth Chorus and the St. James Church Angels’ Voices Choir. Her mother, Alicia Sullivan, said Claire has been singing since […]
E-Edition 12-05-25

E-Edition 12-05-25
Legals for 12/05/2025 – 12/11/2025
MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE Whereas, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Jesus Eduardo Gonzalez Ortega and wife, Leighanna Brooke Gonzalez, to Emblem Credit Union on the 3rd day of March, 2025, said mortgage being recorded at Mortgage Book 2025, Page 3588669, in the Office of the Judge […]
Coosa Christian heads to state championship

The Coosa Christian Conquerors have conquered the attention of Etowah County as they prepare to compete for the AHSSA Super 7 Football State Championship this Friday. Coosa Christian (12-2), coached by Rush Propst, secured a 44-36 victory over Pisgah (11-3) on Friday, Nov. 28, to clinch a berth in the Class 2A semifinals. Propst is making his […]
Girls basketball scores 11/21 – 11/25

Girls Basketball Games 11/21 Gadsden City girls varsity basketball team lost Friday’s neutral non-conference game against Midfield 56-39. Hokes Bluff girls varsity basketball team won Friday’s home non-conference game against Southside 47-42. West End varsity basketball team lost Friday’s non-conference game against Sand Rock West End 32-47 Etowah girls varsity basketball team won Friday’s non-conference […]
In and around the SEC

By Cole Frederick Auburn Week 13 Recap Deuce Knight dazzled in his first career start, and the true freshman signal-caller led the Tigers to a 62-17 victory over Mercer. Auburn trailed early, but the offense exploded after facing a 14-7 deficit. Knight rushed for 162 yards and four touchdowns, and he threw for 239 yards […]
Hokes Bluff girls win Champions Thanksgiving Classic

The Hokes Bluff Lady Eagles had a four-games-in-five-days stretch that spilled into the week of Thanksgiving, but it was a challenge that they took head on. After defeating Southside 47-42 last Friday, Hokes Bluff immediately turned around the next morning to play in the 2025 Champions Thanksgiving Classic. The field was set with Hokes Bluff, […]
County basketball scoreboard and record roundup

Here is an update on the early-season performances for all of the local varsity basketball programs, as well as their upcoming schedules. With the vast majority of football teams being eliminated from playoff contention, many basketball teams around the county have finally been able to tip things off. Coosa Christian Girls (2-1) Next Game(s): At […]
John S. Jones Elementary celebrates 97 on state report card

By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Faculty, staff and students at John S. Jones Elementary School celebrated their exceptional state report card score of 97 with a schoolwide event. Principal Jenny Ryals said several teachers asked to recognize the 67th day of school because of a “six-seven” trend among students. “We decided to build off of that, […]