Loachapoka News

Dip fresh fruit, graham crackers and pretzels in melted chocolate for a romantic dessert for two or make a treat that the whole family will enjoy together.

A former volunteer firefighter was arrested on burglary charges Jan. 25 and is accused of stealing from the volunteer fire station on Stage Road in Loachapoka, according to a release from the Lee County Sheriff's Department.

When something's amiss at your house, it's nice to be able to call the off-duty police officer next door.

In keeping with its 2012 theme "The Year of the Creek," the Lee County Historical Society presents John Ellisor as speaker for the winter meeting, Jan.