Incidents April 20 – County Road 864, Level Road – A computer was reported stolen from a residence. April 20 – Banks Road, Roanoke – Two windows were broken, and a Vizio TV was reported stolen from a residence. April 21 – County Road 814, Midway – Two puppies were dumped into a resident’s yard.…
The Randolph County Association of Volunteer Fire Departments is honored to announce they have selected Krislyn Stewart from Wadley High School as the recipient of the 2026 Byrd Stewart Memorial Scholarship Award. For seven years in a row, the Fire Association has awarded the Byrd Stewart Memorial Scholarship to one Randolph County high school senior…
This unbelievably funny guy was born in New Rochelle, New York, on April 28, 1950. James was very close to his mother Catherine who was brought here from Greenock, Scotland when she was very young. His father Angelo was an insurance salesman whose ancestors hailed from the pasta capital of the world, Italy. The couple’s…
The Randolph County Commission Monday agreed to hire Calhoun County assistant engineer Chris Gann as the new engineer for Randolph County. Gann will replace current engineer Justin Rush, who notified the commission earlier this year of his intent to resign. Rush’s final day on the job will be May 1. Gann will close out his…
“A nickel ain’t worth a dime anymore.” – Yogi Berra A few days ago my coworker was telling me how she made a purchase at a fast-food restaurant and was owed $1.03 in change. She got the dollar but was left in want of the three pennies. After regaining the attention of the cashier who…
Band members from Wedowee Middle School and RCHS participated in the District VI Solo and Ensemble competiton in Opelika Saturday April 25. Everyone present participated and received the highest score of 1. Some performed individually, some in groups, and some did both. Pictured are, from left, (front row) Lily Trejo, Amauri Trejo, Colt Hunt, Lindsey…
In its meeting last Thursday the Randolph County Board of Education made the following personnel moves: (If you would like information about open positions within the Randolph County Board of Education, click here.) Approved Brooklyn Moore as a substitute teacher. Approved Brooklyn Moore as substitute support personnel. Approved Ruskin Gold as substitute bus driver. Accepted…
by Erica Thomas – 1819News.com (The original link to this story can be found by clicking here.) In Randolph County, hard work is a virtue passed on through generations. In the 1930s and 40s, Calvin Bailey and Luther Coolidge Wortham were no exception. The two friends only knew dedication to family and country. They were…
The 2026 regular session of the Alabama State Legislature came to a close last Wednesday. Here are some of the final results of the session.(This summary provided by the Economic Development Association of Alabama.) Constitutional amendment on school pledge and prayer A constitutional amendment to enshrine the practice of pledging allegiance to the United States…
The Harmon-Robison Memorial Scholarship Fund proudly announces its 2026 student honorees, continuing its mission to honor the legacy of two fallen officers while investing in the future of community service. Established to commemorate the lives and service of Officers Harmon and Robison, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, the scholarship fund…