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T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area Community News CAVE SPRING, Ga. — A chilly New Year’s morning set the perfect scene for the annual Cave Spring Polar Plunge, a tradition that has now been going strong for well over a decade. The event, held at Rolater Park, once again drew residents and visitors willing to take a quick icy dip to welcome the new year — all while supporting a meaningful local cause. The Polar Plunge was originally the idea of the late Mike Raglan

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News GADSDEN, Ala. — An elderly Gadsden man has died following a house fire that occurred on New Year’s Eve, according to the Etowah County Coroner’s Office. The victim has been identified as George E. Newsom, who was in his 80s. Firefighters with the Gadsden Fire Department responded to the residence located on Shahan Avenue in the Alabama City community shortly before 5 p.m. on Wednesday, along with members of the Etowah County

Noah “Smo” Smother. (Photo courtesy of the Smothers family.) T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. — The Sand Mountain communities of Ider and Henagar are mourning the loss of 14-year-old Noah “Smo” Smothers, who passed away on Monday, December 29, as a result of complications from the flu. He was surrounded by family at the time of his passing. Smothers is the second child in Alabama reported to have died from flu-related complications withi

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News CENTRE, Ala. — Emergency crews responded Friday afternoon to a three-vehicle crash on Chestnut Bypass near People’s Bank in Centre shortly before 5:00 p.m. Upon arrival, first responders found one vehicle a Ford XLT overturned and an individual trapped inside . Once emergency personnel was able to stabilize the vehicle they were able get the driver out. The extent of injuries has not yet been released by authorities. T

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News CEDAR BLUFF, Ala . — Authorities have released the identities of the two individuals who were killed in a two-vehicle crash Thursday on AL Highway 9 causeway between Centre and Cedar Bluff. The crash claimed the life of Jasmine D. Agan, 26, and Thomas D. Again, 25, both of Cedar Bluff. Thomas and Jasmine Agan. (Photo courtesy of social media.) Senior Trooper Gregory Corble said Jasmine Agan was driving a 2020 Chevrolet

TWLN Weather Desk | The Weekly Ledger News | Weather Update NORTHEAST ALABAMA — Rain returns to the area today and tonight, followed by a mild and gradually clearing weekend, according to the latest forecast. Today, expect mostly cloudy skies with a 50% chance of rain after mid-afternoon. High temperatures will reach near 62 degrees, with light southwest winds. Rainfall amounts today should remain light. Tonight, rain becomes more widespread. Periods of showers and a few thu

Photo courtesy of the Durden family of Scarlett Durden. TWLN Staff Writer | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News PIEDMONT, Ala. — A Piedmont family is facing an unimaginable loss after 16-year-old Scarlett Durden passed away suddenly on Christmas morning. Instead of celebrating the holiday and preparing for the new year, her family is now planning her funeral. Her mother, Renee Durden, shared that the family is not only grieving Scarlett’s death but is also navigating her husba

Etowah County Sheriff Jonathon W. Horton. Photo courtesy: Jonathon W. Horton. T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News GADSDEN, Ala . — Etowah County Sheriff Jonathon W. Horton has formally announced his intention to seek a third term in office, emphasizing continued dedication to public safety, accountable leadership, and service to the people of Etowah County. Sheriff Horton, who has served since January 14, 2019, said his decision to run again is rooted in a desi

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News CEDAR BLUFF, Ala. — A fatal two-vehicle accident on the AL Highway 9 causeway between Centre and Cedar Bluff has claimed the lives of two individuals, with a third person airlifted from the scene for medical treatment, according to authorities. The crash occurred on the causeway section of AL Hwy 9, prompting law enforcement and emergency medical personnel closed the roadway for a period of time while first responders

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News ROCK RUN, Ala. — The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office has launched an investigation following the death of a woman discovered inside a residence in the Rock Run community late Friday night. According to sheriff’s officials, a 911 call was received at approximately 10:55 p.m. reporting a deceased female at a home on County Road 29 near Piedmont. Deputies responded to the location along with Spring Garden Valley Fire De

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News COLLINSVILLE, Ala . — A woman was shot by law enforcement following a multi-agency pursuit in DeKalb County on Saturday afternoon, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). The incident began after the Dade County, Georgia Sheriff’s Office issued a BOLO (Be on the Lookout) for a vehicle. ALEA said the vehicle was later located on Interstate 59 in DeKalb County by a deputy who attempted a traffic stop shortly bef

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Breaking News Update - 4:10PM Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025 CENTRE, Ala. — Law enforcement agencies in Cherokee County continue to investigate after a pursuit early Sunday led to a crash in Centre and a multi-hour search for suspects connected to an armed robbery reported in Floyd County, Georgia. Officials have confirmed that one of the three suspects has been apprehended, while two remain at large. A large law enforcement presence was repor

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Weather Update Alabama — After several unseasonably warm days with highs reaching near or above 70 degrees across much of Alabama, residents should prepare for a sharp change in the weather beginning tonight as a strong cold front moves through the state. Images courtesy of Alabama Weather Network social media platforms. Light rain is expected tonight into early tomorrow morning, with most locations receiving a quarter inch or less. B

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | BREAKING NEWS CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ala. — A large law enforcement presence is currently active in the area of W. Main Street and S. River Street as multiple agencies search for three suspects wanted in connection with an armed robbery that occurred late Saturday night in Floyd County, Georgia. Photo: Map of area. According to officials, Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office personnel, along with assisting local agencies, located the suspect ve

City of Centre Police Department Badge courtesy of CPD social media page. Image created by TWLN graphic design team A 19-year-old located on Griffith Street behind Walmart was evaluated by EMS; no immediate threat to the public, authorities said TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News CENTRE, Ala. —Local authorities responded Sunday evening around 5:30 p.m. to a report of an individual lying in a ditch along Griffith Street, behind the Walmart shopping area.

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Breaking/Area News FORT PAYNE, Ala. — The Fort Payne Police Department is investigating a homicide following an incident reported Friday morning at a residence near Fort Payne Middle School. According to police officials, officers responded to a medical emergency call at approximately 10:28 a.m. on Friday in the 6000 block of Martin Avenue North, near Sequoyah Drive. Upon arrival, officers and emergency medical personnel located an un

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News Centre, Ala. — The Gadsden State Community College Health Sciences Division recognized students earning their Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certificates during a pinning ceremony held on Dec. 15, celebrating the accomplishments of the Fall 2025 graduating class. Family members, faculty, and community supporters gathered to honor graduates who completed the rigorous nursing program and are now prepared to enter the healthc

Image courtesy of PALS. TWLN Staff Writer | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News GADSDEN, Ala. — Gadsden State Community College was recognized by Coca-Cola UNITED during the annual Alabama PALSGovernor’s Awards Ceremony. The College was recognized on November 12 at the Wynlakes Golf & Country Club in Montgomery for its Don’t Drop It on Alabama project.  This is the third year in a row that Gadsden State has been recognized with this statewide award.   Photos courtesy of GSCC.

TWLN Staff Report | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ala. — An investigation conducted by the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in an arrest in a case involving the dissemination of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), according to officials. Image courtesy of Cherokee County Sheriffs Office. The case was assigned to investigators with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office who are members of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force

Photo courtesy of Fort Payne Police social media. TWLN Staff Report | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News FORT PAYNE, Ala. — The Fort Payne Police Department is actively investigating what officials have described as an “isolated incident” in the area near Fort Payne Middle School. According to the department, officers responded to a call received shortly before 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Authorities emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the community and confirmed that