Tuesday the LaFayette police department responded to call at a house on 1 st street SE locatednear the old community house with a report of human remains found.The area was marked off and forensics investigators with the Alabama Law enforcement werecalled in which were able to determined that the remains located were from an animal Read More…
La Fayette, Ala.– On Wednesday, Chambers County Board of Education voted to move forward with a comprehensive facilities restructuring plan. The plan will result in the consolidation, closing, and repurposing of some district facilities. The implementation of the plan will be handled in multiple phases; however, the plan is contingent upon approval from federal courts. Read More…
By Mike WilcoxPublisherMost of us simply want peace in our lives, nation and world. We enjoy resting in a warm or cool house with something to eat, free from worry and stress.Peace is not always easy. This winter, chances are your heating bill was chomping on your checking account and taking a huge bite out Read More…
By John West On Monday March 14, City Attorney Joseph “Mac” Tucker spoke to the LaFayette City Council regarding the city COVID mask mandate. Tucker took the time to lay out his case on why the mandate should be dropped. “I think it’s dubious that a mask be required in a public setting ifthere’s no Read More…
Valley Haven LaFayette Day will be on Saturday April 9th, 2022. CCDA director Chris Busby was on hand at the LaFayette City Council meeting Monday night to make the announcement. The event will be from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm central time. This will be the event’s 26th year. All proceeds go to support Valley Read More…
By John West The LaFayette city council has voted to allow an extension on electric bills for residents who are having trouble making their payment on time. Councilman Toney Thomas brought up the matter at the March 14 council meeting. The current cutoff date is set for the 22nd of each month unless that day Read More…
Article and photo by Tanya LovelaceWith a loss in the Elite 8 basketball game, the Lady Rebels wasted no time starting softball. The Lady Rebels are led by seven seniors; Chloe Mitcham-pitcher, Natalie Lovelace-utility, Mattie Reese-second base, Bailey Allen-shortstop, Lanie Lackey-third base, Lexi Smith-right field, and Lindsey Fuller-left field. The varsity team as a whole Read More…
Mr. Anthony Tyrone Riggans, 52, of Talladega died Saturday, March 5, 2022 at his residence. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Vines Funeral Home Chapel at 1:00 p.m. (CST) with Pastor Lawrence Stanley officiating. Interment will be in Eternal Rest Cemetery, 2300 Hwy 49 South, Dadeville. Public viewing will be at Read More…
Carol Carmichael Wheeler, 79, passed away March 1, 2022 at LaFayette Extended Care. She was born to Dr. Nicholas Aaron Wheeler, Jr. andCaroline Carmichael Wheeler. Carol attended Auburn University majoring in Elementary Education. She spent years teaching younger children and enjoying every day to the fullest.Before her health declined, she enjoyed cooking, spending time at Read More…
Rev. Harvey Canady, 71, of Dadeville died Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Piedmont Columbus Regional Mid-Town Hospital, Columbus, GA. A private funeral service for the immediate family was held Monday, March 14, 2022 at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Dadeville at 12:00 p.m. (CST) with Rev. G. H. Pulliam officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Read More…