News

February 3, 2026

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

December 5, 2025

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...

Coosa Christian heads to state championship

December 2, 2025

The Coosa Christian Conquerors have conquered the attention of Etowah County as they prepare to compe...

In and around the SEC

December 1, 2025

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. Au...

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Hokes Bluff girls win Champions Thanksgiving Classic

December 1, 2025

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...

County basketball scoreboard and record roundup

December 1, 2025

Here is an update on the early-season performances for all of the local varsity basketball programs, as well as their upcoming schedu...

John S. Jones Elementary celebrates 97 on state report card

December 1, 2025

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...

Service and leadership at heart of Gaston High Key Club project

December 1, 2025

By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Gaston High School’s Key Club honored military veterans by placing American flags on graves at Crestwood Cemetery. Key Club sponsor, Amy Noakers, said the mi...

Talton named assistant superintendent for Etowah County Schools

December 1, 2025

By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Julie Talton, director of elementary curriculum, continuous improvement and testing for Etowah County Schools, has been named the district’s new assistant su...