Community Spirit

12/11/2012: Front Page: More than 100 race to provide Christmas for needy children

Submitted by News Staff on Tuesday, December 11th, 2:24 pm

The faint jingle of bells and the thud of footsteps were the sounds that marked the Sixth Annual Jingle for Tots Run. The event drew out more than 100 participants of all ages to participate in the one mile, 5K or 10K races, sponsored by Alexander..... Read More

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Duncan Memorial UMC set to host Christmas Eve Communion Service

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer

Monday, December 3rd, 2012, 1:17pm

Duncan Memorial UMC set to host Christmas Eve Communion Service

Everyone is welcome to come out to the Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church for Christmas Eve Communion Service at 7 p.m. on December 24th.

Families and/or individuals who have plans earlier in the evening may attend smaller Christmas Eve Communion Services at 8 pm and 9 pm. These worship services are open to all who wish to celebrate a traditional Christmas Eve.

The church is located at 3997 Hillabee Rd. east of Alexander City on Highway 22; for additional information, contact Pastor, Thom Porter at (256) 392-3643.

Source: Duncan Memorial Methodist Church

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12/1/2012: The Outlook: OpinionOur Opinion Christmas happenings in the city We’re almost to our goal

Submitted by News Staff on Sunday, December 2nd, 8:24 am

The Lake Martin Area United Way has reached 86 percent of its goal for 2013. We’re proud of our community for stepping up and already raising $ 471,705.84. But we’d love to see the United Way reach its $ 550,000 goal – and even go beyond it. “We can..... Read More

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Jackson's Gap Baptist Church Youth Rally is tomorrow!

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer

Friday, November 16th, 2012, 11:02am

Jackson's Gap Baptist Church Youth Rally is tomorrow!

Jacksons Gap Baptist Church is set to host a Youth Rally on Saturday, November 17th at 6 p.m. Local band Raised in Glory from BRHS is Alexander City will be performing. They will be serving food at the rally.

Jackson's Gap Baptist Chruch is located at 23 East Church Street. For more information, call the church at 256-825-6814 or email the church at jacksonsgapbc@bellsouth.net

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Local business hosting toy drive

Submitted by News Staff on Thursday, November 15th, 5:00 am

Wetumpka’s Verizon Wireless store on South Main Street will hold a toy drive and community appreciation day this Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A variety of activities are planned... Read More

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Jackson's Gap Baptist Church Youth Rally coming up

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, November 6th, 2012, 11:02am

Jackson's Gap Baptist Church Youth Rally coming up

Jacksons Gap Baptist Church is set to host a Youth Rally on Saturday, November 17th beginning at 6 p.m. Local band Raised in Glory from BRHS is Alexander City will be performing. They will be serving food at the rally.

Jackson's Gap Baptist Chruch is located at 23 East Church Street.

For more information, email the church at jacksonsgapbc@bellsouth.net or visit their facebook event page.

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11/1/2012: Front Page: Salvation Army provides for those in need

Submitted by News Staff on Thursday, November 1st, 9:29 am

The Salvation Army is at work in Tallapoosa County providing food, help with expenses and providing Christmas presents for those in need. “The Salvation Army helps those less fortunate in our community,” said Director Susan Hardy. “Our biggest time of..... Read More

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