Lifestyles
Applications open for Alabama State Parks Ambassador program
Alabama State Parks has launched a new way for park enthusiasts to promote the 21 state parks by providing photos, video and more to be ...
Author: Staff Reports Athens The News Courier
Columns
(On religion) Another threat to ancient churches of Syria
In the Triumph of Orthodoxy service on the first Sunday of Great Lent, the clergy and faithful proclaim — with many shouting — bold statements ...
by Staff Reports, Saturday, March 15, 2025 10:17 am
Columns
Alabama State Parks upgrades golf courses
Most people are aware of the stunning natural beauty, the hiking and biking trails and upgraded accommodations at the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural ...
by Staff Reports, Friday, March 14, 2025 11:27 am
Columns
(SENSE & SENSITIVITY) Parent wants to confront teacher about son’s injury
DEAR HARRIETTE: My kid twisted his ankle at school today, and the teacher didn’t do anything about it. My son told me that he was ...
by Staff Reports, Thursday, March 13, 2025 11:04 am
Columns
(Guest column) Proposed ‘health plans’ will hurt cancer survivors
This column is in response to the Feb. 15 column “The Big Blue Bully” by Steve Flowers. As a cancer survivor, I know how quickly ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, March 12, 2025 11:12 am
Columns
(Ask the Doctors) GLP-1 microdosing is experimental, unauthorized
Dear Doctors: I’m trying to lose the 18 pounds I have gained since the pandemic. It has been hard enough that I’m wondering about Ozempic. ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, March 12, 2025 11:11 am
Arrest Reports
Reports March 6-10
County Calls The Limestone County Sheriff’s Office reported the following calls Friday-Monday. March 6, 2025 Suspicious (person, item, vehicle)- 9000 block US Hwy 31, 11000 ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, March 12, 2025 9:53 am
News
Alabamians led nation in money lost from online scams
Ever received a suspicious or confusing call or text, particularly during tax season? Scammers use this and other schemes to trick people into providing sensitive ...
by Staff Reports, Friday, March 7, 2025 1:48 pm
Columns
(Sense and Sensitivity) Friend upset women forgoes tipping when eating out
DEAR HARRIETTE: I have a friend who never tips when we go out to eat, and honestly, it’s starting to bother me. I understand it ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, March 5, 2025 5:53 pm
Columns
(Ask the Doctors) Ever-younger patients appearing with kidney stones
Dear Doctors: Our son had some of the symptoms of appendicitis. His lower right side was aching, and he was throwing up. At the emergency ...