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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District, will initiate a drawdown at West  Point Dam, Georgia, beginning August 1 ...
This article is part 2 of 2 for the coverage of the Lanett candidate forum hosted by the Lambda Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated. LANETT –– Candidates for the school board, along ...
War, arrogance, and recklessness destroy the ability to profit.”  Charles “Lucky” Luciano. 1931 – Chicago – Charles Luciano, the most powerful man in the American and Sicilian Mafia summons the bosses ...
At this week’s meeting, members of the Valley Lions Club were updated on The Valley Local’s upcoming events that will soon be taking place in the area. Board member Lawton Lauderdale talked to the ...
Three Chambers County men were recognized and thanked for their military service this past Friday at the 13th annual Korean ...
I might end up in jail or drown in the Washington swamp, but as a mother, I am ready to advocate for civility, politeness, and kindness.  I often wonder where the rest of us are—those who have spent ...
I’ve said it. You’ve said it or thought it—at least I’m pretty sure you said it… “This generation is… Those people over there… My employees… They just think they are entitled to…” We sort of cringe at ...
Marquetta L. Madden, the Valley District 4 incumbent, has announced she’s running for re-election. “It has truly been an honor to represent you over the years. I would love the opportunity to continue ...
Local entrepreneurs Tiffany and Jamie Welch are bringing new energy to West Point once again with the launch of their latest ...
The commission was addressed by citizens expressing their dissatisfaction at the quality of roads in their area. A group of approximately 20 citizens, represented by two community members, brought ...
At its Monday meeting, the Lanett City Council denied a last-minute request from a mother and her son to spare property they own from being demolished. The city had already delayed taking action on an ...
For some time now, the West Point Rotary Club has been having its weekly meetings at Johnny’s Pizza in downtown West Point.