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William Huey

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Obituary: William Huey

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Tue,11/18/25-5:00PM, 727 Reads
September 1, 1932-November 10, 2025
Funeral services for Mr. William Huey were held at 12:00 noon Friday November 14, 2025 at Beulah Baptist Church with Bro. Gary Rivers and Bro. Byron Howell officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service from 10:30a.m.-12:00 noon.
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Durward “Dub” Belmont Rainer

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Obituary: Durward “Dub” Belmont Rainer

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Fri,10/31/25-12:28PM, 725 Reads
July 18, 1926-October 28, 2025
Funeral services for Mr. Durward “Dub” Belmont Rainer will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, October 31, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Union. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Burial will follow in the Union City Cemetery with Rev. David Green officiating.
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County Courthouse Up in Lights

Newton County Courthouse won first place in the business category of the GFWC–MFWC Decatur Woman’s Progressive Club annual Decatur Christmas Decorating Contest.

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Decatur Christmas Decorating Contest Winners Announced

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Wed,12/24/25-6:00PM, 722 Reads
The GFWC–MFWC Decatur Woman’s Progressive Club recently announced the winners of the annual Decatur Christmas Decorating Contest, following judging conducted Dec. 10–12.
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Newton County Academy’s Cohen Rule launches a three point attempt in game action from last week.

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Newton County Academy Basketball: Buzzer Beater Lifts Generals Over Benton Academy

By ROBBIE ROBERTSON ROBBIE ROBERTSON - Sports Editor
Wed,01/21/26-10:00AM, 721 Reads
The Newton County Academy boys came away with a big district win last week.
The Generals got a last-second layup to take a 64-62 win over Benton Academy for their only win of the week. They lost 87-40 to Enterprise on Tuesday.
The NCA girls lost both games, falling 50-27 to Benton and 41-38 in overtime to Enterprise.
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