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Morgan students disciplined for harassment incident

Two Morgan County students are being disciplined for a harassment incident that took place in February, Superintendent Bill Hopkins Jr. said.

 

Daniel Wade Moore, once acquitted of murder, charged with traffic offense

A Morgan County man who was tried three times for murder and ultimately acquitted was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with driving with a suspended driver's license.

 

Hartselle student's battle with disease shows need for blood donations

Hartselle Junior High student Kooper Rooks has been battling cancer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and his family appreciates the blood donations that aid in his treatment.

 

Morgan sheriff refuses public records request on inmate-food money

Morgan County Sheriff Ana Franklin this week rejected a public records request seeking information relating to whether she has personally kept taxpayer funds designated for feeding jail inmates.

 

Champions for children: Child Advocacy Center's fundraiser to help provide for increase in clients

Tacked to the wall of Susan Goggins’ office, a child’s drawing of faces with different emotions — rage, sadness, concern, fear, numbness and joy — hangs. The drawing, along with the other crayon and marker creations covering the walls, serves…

 

Public hearing on proposed gas tax set

Decatur Councilman Chuck Ard said the city has needs — and cannot meet them without additional revenue.

 

Enrollment up as Decatur starts school

About 30 minutes after she woke up Wednesday morning, Tammy Ray walked into Austin High School history, Principal Melissa Scott said.

 

In the Community: What a jam!

About 1,000 free book bags filled with school supplies were distributed during the 23rd annual Back To School Jam last Friday. Children not only went home with new backpacks, but also with a full stomach and a smile across their…

 

Man testifies in Limestone murder trial he found cousin with 'big hole in his back'

ATHENS — A Tanner resident testified Wednesday in the murder trial of Benjamin Waddle that he found his cousin with “a big hole in his back,” while Waddle stood there holding a knife.

 

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