Stroke survivor shares journey of recovery, resilience and hope
Three years after suffering a life-threatening stroke while vacationing in the Bahamas, Anna Moore is continuing to rebuild her life, using her experience to encourage others facing difficult recoveries. At age 38, Moore considered herself healthy and active. She exercised regularly, ate well and monitored a known brain aneurysm through routine MRIs every three months. […]
Cosby reflects on 33-year career with Etowah County Schools ahead of retirement
After 33 years with Etowah County Schools, Superintendent Dr. Alan Cosby is finishing his final week with the district before retiring Aug. 1, closing a career that began in the classroom and culminated in 16 years as the system’s superintendent. Cosby, whose mother and grandmother were both educators in Etowah County, began his career with […]
Etowah County Commission recognizes volunteer guardian
Probate Judge Scott Hassell recognized Megan Duncan as the county’s volunteer guardian at the Etowah County Commission meeting on Tuesday. Duncan, who receives no pay from the county, serves as guardian of more than 140 people who can no longer care for themselves. She makes healthcare, financial, and placement care decisions for each individual. “She’s […]
Jax State, Sanders Flight Training Center Receive ACHE Approval for Aviation Instruction Site
Jacksonville State University and Sanders Flight Training Center have received approval from the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) to offer instruction for Jax State’s Bachelor of Science in Aviation at Sanders Flight Training Center in Jasper, marking another milestone in the University’s launch of its Aviation program. Approved during ACHE’s June 12 meeting, the […]
Gadsden State’s Cherokee Campus welcomes largest nursing class in campus history
Gadsden State Community College’s Cherokee Campus is celebrating a major milestone this summer after welcoming the largest nursing cohort in the campus’s history. “This is an exciting milestone for our Cherokee Campus and our community,” said Randi Wright, director of Gadsden State’s Cherokee Campus. “We are proud to have welcomed our largest class yet and […]
Gadsden City Council approves tax incentive for Dutch Bros Coffee
Gadsden City Council approved an economic development incentive Tuesday for Gad City Partners LLC to build a drive-through Dutch Bros Coffee at 300 North Hood Avenue. Developers will receive 2.5% of the city’s 5% sales tax for up to five years or until $500,000 has been paid, according to John Moore, the director of commercial […]
Soft coos and rainbow hues
I just returned from a mission trip to Costa Rica. I am sure the reflections will continue to form meaning in the days and weeks to come–since Jesus really showed up and showed out in every way imaginable–but one story that seems very settled and clear in my mind is the visit from “my” doves. […]
You’re closer to your harvest
Have you ever made a decision you regretted almost immediately? Maybe you quit a job. Walked away from a relationship. Gave up on a dream. Stopped praying. Stopped serving. Most of the worst decisions we make aren’t made on our best days. They’re made when we’re exhausted. When we’re discouraged. When we’re frustrated. When we’re […]
Obituary: Margaret Anne Komoroski
Anne Komoroski (nee Price) was born on April 23, 1928, to Dr. Emmett and Margaret Price in Washington, D.C. At 98 years of age, she is survived by her children Christine, John, Michael, William, and their spouses. Anne is also survived by her grandchildren Gunner, Karson, Daisy, and Poppy; and, many dear friends including Gwen […]