
PO Box 378,
LaFayette, AL 36862
334-864-8885
Humor: THIS AIN’T MARGARITAVILLE
My daughters are keeping me up to speed on the outside world since I’ve decided to boycott the news here at the Arbor Springs Old Folks Hotel. I can hear Fox News blaring from multiple rooms, and I’m suspicious that…
Lady Bulldogs get first win in three years
The LaFayette Bulldogs Lady Volleyball Team won their first game in three seasons last week. 26-24. Head Coach Chase Lewis got his first win under his belt against Booker T Washington in straight sets.
Main Street honors three at annual meeting
Members and sponsors celebrates First Annual meeting with Main Street Hero Award – Maci Harmon Volunteer of the Year – Butch Busby Business of the Year – Krave Korner By Pamela Whitlow The LaFayette Main Street hosted its first annual…
Jury finds Lanett man not guilty of killing two-year-old
A Lanett man, who spent five years in jail, endured a mistrial, and refused a plea deal that could have secured his release, has regained his freedom on his terms. Friday morning after a week-long trial, a Chambers County Jury…
Mike’s Musings: Culturally insensitive – these words, phrases are banned
I recently obtained a list of words that a certain company is demanding their employees cannot use, or they will be subject to dismissal. The list was passed on to me after the confidential informant attended a diversity training seminar…
Humor:FROM WHERE I SIT
It doesn’t pay to be cheap It’s an odd way to advertise Network news these days I mentioned a few weeks ago that I could see an American Flag out my window here at Arbor Springs. I’m now in a…
Bulldogs drop home opener to Indians, 32-12
A Bulldog defender drags down Indian ball carrier after a short gain. By Pamela Whitlow It was a long hot night for the LaFayette High Bulldogs on Friday at the home opener game against the Loachapoka Indians.The Indians trampled over…
Well known Cusseta truck stop closed due to bankruptcy
Crime scene tape and overflowing garbage cans at the entrance of the truck stop. Gas pump handle covered with a plastic bag to discourage use. By John BriceCorrespondent Customers attempting to purchase gas this week at the Cusseta Travel Plaza…
TAD rallies against displacement at school board
The LaFayette TAD ( LaFayette Teachers Against Displacement) held an Education Rally on Wednesday at 4pm at the Chambers County Board of Education. The Education Rally was for equitable access to educational resources for the LaFayette School students. Parents, students,…
Two Lanett teens killed in car accident on I-85
By John BriceCorrespondent Details of a fatal car accident on Interstate 85 were shared in a press release from the Valley Police Department on Friday, August 25th of 2023. It stated “This morning at approximately 4:21 A.M. officers of the…
Mike’s Musings: Fearmongers seeking more COVID restrictions, again
Here we go again- or I would like to say, I hope not. I continually hear rumblings that COVID vaccinations are again going to be required and masks mandatory in some locations. Will this lead to more schools and business…
Humor: The Language of Lewis
One of Lewis’s great books This is a great word to use when your mind is blank Lewis never figured out women One good thing about hanging out way too long at Arbor Springs Rehab is meeting new people. Most…
Mike’s Musings: Stolen IRS check has me going bonkers
The thieves and scammers are getting more and more prevalent and sophisticated each day. Whether they are threatening to imprison you for monies owed or attempt to extort you with doctored photos, they are disrupting our tranquil moments with their…
Obituary: Mr. John (Johnnie) David Abner
Mr. John (Johnnie) David Abner, Sr., 90, of West Point, GA died Sunday, August 13, 2023, at WellStar West Georgia, LaGrange, GA. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at St. John Baptist Church, 820 Cherry Drive,…
Obituary: Mr. Kenneth Edward Battle
Mr. Kenneth Edward Battle, 68, of Wadley died Monday, August 14, 2023, at Tanner Medical Center, Carrollton, GA. Funeral services will be held on Friday August 18, 2023, at County Line Baptist Church, Wadley at 1:00 p.m. (CST) with Rev.…
Obituary: Jonathan Ashley “Moose” Mapp
Funeral services for Jonathan Ashley “Moose” Mapp, age 52, of LaFayette will be held on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at 3:00 PM at Quattlebaum Funeral Chapel with Bro. Wesley Brooks officiating. Burial will follow at Penton Church of God Cemetery.…
Obituary: Mr. Billy Crawford
Mr. Billy Crawford, 86 of Decatur, GA, formerly of LaFayette, AL, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Emory Hospital in Decatur, GA. Public Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 20, 2023, from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM…
Obituary: Mr. Paul L. Drake
Mr. Paul L. Drake, 55 of Roanoke, AL passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Roanoke Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Roanoke, AL. Public Visitation will be held on Friday, August 18, 2023, from 12:00PM until 6:00 PM…
Miscues trip up Rebels in season opener
Ryan Smith drives back the Lee-Scott offense in the Rebels’ 6-14 loss. By Katie McElvy The first kickoff of the fall football season is always surrounded by anticipation, but when the Chambers Academy Rebels visited the Lee-Scott Warriors on Thursday,…
Harmon awarded statewide recognition at conference
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – On August 17, Main Street Alabama held its tenth annual Awards of Excellence Banquet at Stovehouse in Huntsville to celebrate the successes of local programs. The event was sponsored by Alabama Municipal Electric Authority and Alfa Companies.…