I am very rarely an over-pessimistic kind of person, but I have unfortunately started to see that side of me come through a little more over the past few weeks as sports leagues across the country developed plans to return to the field or court despite all signs suggesting otherwise.
The response from NASCAR in support of Bubba Wallace was remarkable, and that’s something I never thought I would be writing about this summer.
If you have already listened to last week’s episode of Inside the Lines Podcast, you already know my thoughts on high school athletes returning to practice June 1. I am craving the return of sports as much as everyone else but I have to admit I’m a little worried an early return during the t…
I always see social media posts when people want to single out a family member or friend to celebrate birthdays or holidays but I never participated in those myself. I never have a problem with those posts and it certainly doesn’t mean I don’t care when it’s my friends’ birthdays or anything…
The pressure is on for decision-makers right now.
I promise this is not a trick to get anyone’s hopes up. If you have been following my Twitter account, you know I have been promoting a lot of sports video games but this is not about that.
Due to recent events, our lives are different and routines are interrupted; however, I would highly encourage families to maintain their child’s immunization schedule. We usually call this procedure taking our infant for a checkup and their “baby shots.” Infants and children could be at risk…
Each year it comes up on my anniversary of being in Alexander City, I take some time to reflect on how much my life has changed.
The COVID-19 pandemic has hit the nation hard.
After months of anticipation, ESPN aired the first two episodes of “The Last Dance” on Sunday night, premiering the long-awaited documentary on Michael Jordan’s life and playing career. Basketball fans have gone a month without watching a game so everyone was hungry to tune in and the number…
A plan for comprehensive upgrades to the city’s information technology systems was among the approved proposals at Monday’s Wetumpka City Coun…
Another day, another rise in COVID-19 cases.
Yet again, Alabama has beaten its own record.
We often talk a lot about student-athletes needing to be careful about what they post on social media. It’s important for not only their recruiting journeys but also how they are seen by their coaches and communities. There’s no hiding on social media and student-athletes can assume everythi…
I’ve thought and I’ve thought and I’ve thought about what in the world I want to use this space for today.
As we get further and further away from the last sporting event, I have had to turn to several different ways to get my sports fill. I spent time over the weekend watching game replays, playing video games and reading some of my favorite books on sports.
I've never been more proud to have my job than I am now — for multiple reasons.
After the AHSAA announced its suspension of the spring sports season effective Wednesday due to the coronavirus outbreak, teams were faced with the reality of their time together suddenly being limited. Several schools began canceling events immediately while others attempted to reschedule s…
Well, it looks like just when we started to have some nice weather, we’re going to be confined inside our homes.
My life revolves around sports — literally.
I’m a firm believer you get what you give in life.
“The only things you do in life are live and die; everything in between is optional.” — Emily Sarduy
“Different” means a lot of things.
When we’re little, we all dream about what we’ll be when we grow up.
Kobe Bryant was a hero. Period. Point blank. There are no arguments.
Mr. William L. Strength, Jr. age 83, of Wetumpka, Alabama passed away at his residence January 20, 2020. Mr. Strength is survived by the mother of his children, Martha Strength; daughter Stephanie (Mike) Hafley; son Brian Strength; brother Richard(Mary Jo) Strength; sisters Joy(Murray)Doroug…
I’m not shy about the fact I didn’t come from a family made of money.
I’m not shy about the fact I didn’t come from a family made of money.
Once upon a time, little cities like Alexander City were a lot like Mayberry.
We’ve all heard the cliché, “Nothing is guaranteed.”
“It happens.”
The start of a new year serves as a time of reflection.
It is not really a secret most major holidays come with a slate of games dedicated to one sport or another. Thanksgiving belongs to the NFL, New Year’s Day belongs to college football, Independence Day belongs to MLB and Boxing Day belongs to soccer.
No one likes to fail.
It’s hard not to get caught up in all the excitement of the holiday season.
Reeltown football coach Matt Johnson has never hidden the fact he’s a Christian man. He uses the principles instilled from his religion to guide his student-athletes to not just become better football players but, more importantly, to become better men.
Maybe it’s the way I was raised.
As preparation continued for another week of the NFL season last week, I saw a quote from Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield that rubbed me the wrong way. I’m not sure what exactly he meant by it but it didn’t the attention it should have gotten and it became a joke on ESPN talk shows.
Strong. Confident. Brave. Relentless.
Dear Editor,
The holidays always make me a bit nostalgic and reminiscent.
Why is it a heartbroken mother who just lost her daughter to an evil crime is out on the front lines preaching to parents about protecting their children?
To me, holidays mean one real simple thing: Family.
You ever pick up the newspaper, turn on the TV or scroll through news on your phone and think, “Man, does anything good happen anymore?”
If you see something, say something.
Any time a coach leaves after 20 years at the helm, it’s a tough job to be his or her predecessor.
It’s Nov. 2 and that means — well, in my world anyway — it’s practically Thanksgiving and Christmas has basically arrived. I’m already ready for my Christmas tree and all the pine-scented candles. Let’s break out the Buffalo plaid and go ahead and stock up on wrapping paper. It’s time for th…
Halloween can be tough for children who have special needs. Some love it; others don’t; many love it but encounter issues throughout the holiday.
As the fall sports seasons begin to wind down, the winter sports are trying to sneak to center stage. Monday marked the first official day of basketball season as teams were allowed to take to the court for organized practice for the first time.
The last two seasons for the Wetumpka football have been two of the most successful seasons in the program’s history. But despite being one of the best teams in Class 6A across the state, there were some clear gaps between Wetumpka and the other top-tier programs.
I am very rarely one to blame the refs.
This week I received a letter to the editor from The Stuttering Foundation of America that said, “Stuttering is the only disability people still laugh at but we’re working to change that.” It got me thinking.
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