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November 29, 2021

Messenger file photo by Chris McCarthy Note: Selections were based on statistics submitted by area schools. Not all schools su...

In & around SEC football: Week 13 Previews and Predictions

November 24, 2021

By Cole Frederick/Sports Correspondent Alabama Week 12 Recap Quarterback Bryce Young was a stellar 31-40 for 559 yards and five touchdowns as Alabama avoi...

In & around SEC football: Week 12 Previews and Predictions

November 18, 2021

By Cole Frederick/Sports Correspondent Auburn Week 11 Recap Just before halftime last Saturday (Nov. 13), Auburn led Mississippi State, 28-3, in perhaps...

Ashville's Stevens, Glencoe's Giles highlight All-Messenger cross country teams

November 18, 2021

Messenger file photo by Chris McCarthy By Chris McCarthy, Publisher/Editor Ashville’s Joe Stevens and Glencoe’s Katie Giles both shook off setbacks this past cross country...

Etowah’s Martin signs with Carson-Newman

November 18, 2021

Photo: Etowah High senior Abbi Martin (pictured at center) signs a softball scholarship with Carson-Newman...

In & around SEC football: Week 11 Previews and Predictions

November 11, 2021

By Cole Frederick/Sports Correspondent Alabama Week 10 Recap The Crimson Tide avoided a massive upset in escaping with a 20-14 home victory over LSU last...