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Union Fire Chief Dale Yates and J.G. Alexander staff prepare to begin moving residents back into the nursing center after the building was determined to be safe.

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Smoke Forces Evacuation at Union Nursing Home Thursday

By STAFF REPORTS STAFF REPORTS
Fri,01/30/26-11:22AM, 2,691 Reads
A smoking attic at J.G. Alexander Nursing Center in Union drew an impressive response Thursday from area first responders and forced residents to briefly be evacuated from the building.
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NCA First Pitch Dinner Featuring Ron Polk

The NCA Booster Club will host their inaugural "General Baseball First Pitch Dinner", featuring renowned college baseball legend Ron Polk as the guest speaker, on Feb. 23 at 6 p.m.

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Newton County Academy: Booster Club to Host Inaugural Dinner Featuring Legendary Coach Ron Polk

By MARTY MORGAN MARTY MORGAN - Staff Writer
Thu,02/05/26-7:00PM, 1,825 Reads
In an effort to re-energize the school’s athletic booster club, Newton County Academy is gearing up for an exciting first-of-its-kind event that promises to bring together baseball fans, community members, and supporters of the school's athletic programs.
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Conservation Corner: Seed for Food Plots Available

By JAMES L. CUMMINS JAMES L. CUMMINS
Sun,02/08/26-5:00PM, 1,824 Reads
Whether you are a photographer, a hunter, or simply enjoy watching wildlife on a sunny afternoon, anyone who has spent time overlooking a food plot understands their value and appeal. Wildlife plantings offer a unique opportunity to observe animals up close while supporting their nutritional and habitat needs.
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Jeffrey M. Addy, who was charged on or about May 12, 2023, for allegedly killing Christopher Cody Addy

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Crime: Grand Jury Returns Capital Murder, Murder, and Multiple Felony Indictments

By MARTY MORGAN MARTY MORGAN - Staff Writer
Wed,02/04/26-7:00PM, 1,672 Reads
A Newton County Grand Jury convened last week and handed down numerous indictments, including one Capital Murder indictment and four indictments of First-Degree Murder and Aggravated Assault.
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Smoke Forces Evacuation at Union Nursing Home Thursday

Newton County Academy: Booster Club to Host Inaugural Dinner Featuring Legendary Coach Ron Polk

Conservation Corner: Seed for Food Plots Available

Crime: Grand Jury Returns Capital Murder, Murder, and Multiple Felony Indictments

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