News

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 ...
Excuse me, but did you ask me if I had ever been on Broadway?  Well, yes, as a matter of fact I have. I have walked on Broadway, and I saw Phantom of the Opera there. I have never performed “On” ...
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 ...
Local entrepreneurs Tiffany and Jamie Welch are bringing new energy to West Point once again with the launch of their latest ...
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 ...
For some time now, the West Point Rotary Club has been having its weekly meetings at Johnny’s Pizza in downtown West Point.
Brad Lynn has worked at the national and state levels for the better part of 30 years and is now seeking to make use of what ...