New Brockton News

James Thomas Jr. admits it was probably his thick Southern drawl and innocent country boy persona that got him on reality TV, and helped him to win the show's $1 million prize and a $100,000 fan favorite bonus.

Knowing correct voter registration procedures ensures "the fruit of your labors will pay off," Coffee County Board of Registrars member Robert Hooks told Wiregrass Democratic Women's Club members Monday.

James "JT" Thomas Jr., winner of the CBS reality show, "Survivor: Tocantins," will be in the Wiregrass on Sunday, July 5. The latest "Survivor" winner will be on hand during the day and signing autographs at LJ Fireworks stand, located at 16217 Highway 167 in New Brockton and owned by his father, James Thomas Sr.

Jim Medley, a native of New Brockton who has Brundidge at heart, will be honored by the Brundidge Business Association as the grand marshal of the 2009 Independence Day Parade on Saturday.

Dakota James Kilpatrick was born Monday, June 1, 2009. He is the son of Delilah Qualls and James Kilpatrick of Enterprise.

Aubry Grace Reeves celebrated her second birthday Sunday, May 24, 2009. She is the daughter Will and Amy Reeves of New Brockton.

Seven new teachers will be in the classroom in the Coffee County School System this fall.

The Coffee County Branch of the NAACP is planning its Freedom Fund Banquet to celebrate 100 years in pursuit of equality for all people.

As the school year ended for Coffee County school students Thursday, teachers and administrators gathered to say farewell to several retiring faculty members.

The Coffee County Sheriff's Department is flying high with the new $1 million addition to the force.

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bowden of Enterprise announce the engagement of their daughter, Brandi Nicole Bowden to John Eric Duhaime, son of Mr.

Two cases of Swine Flu have surfaced in Coffee County. County Emergency Management Agency Director John Tallas Tuesday confirmed reports cited on the Alabama Department of Public Health Web site about the flu cases.

New Brockton High School seniors received more than $392,000 in scholarships in the Class of 2009 Honors Day ceremonies at the school Thursday.

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Lamont Scruggs of Greenville proudly announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Claire Scruggs to Dustin Wayne Medley, son of Mr.

A two vehicle accident in Coffee County on County Road 167 and Boy Scout Road. A SUV and pickup truck collided.

An Enterprise man was arrested and charged with possession of a short-barrel shotgun and several drug charges.

I enjoy fine dining. I admit it. I know economic conditions are tough right now, but I believe the one thing we can indulge ourselves in from time to time is good food with friends and family.

In many ways, we're not much different than wild horses. At least that's the message behind Paul Daily's brand of ministry, which he brought to Southern Cross Ranch in Headland Tuesday night.

The Coffee County Board of Education met Tuesday evening after a county schools awards presentation and approved several changes in support and certificated personnel.

New Brockton Town Council members are seeking new ways to generate funds, and one of those ways may be providing the residents with garbage pickup service.