Daily Mountain Eagle

08/23/2026

Orange Beach wins title at Smith Lake Classic; Curry finishes atop silver bracket

CURRY — Orange Beach's volleyball team swept its way through tournament play to capture the gold bracket championship at the Smith Lake Classic held at Curry High School and Curry Middle School on Saturday.

Orange Beach finished 6-1 in the 20-team tournament. In the gold bracket tournament, the Lady Makos picked up straight set wins over Mortimer Jordan, Cullman and Fayette County. Orange Beach's lone loss came in a pool play match to Haleyville. Addison, Winston County and Meek each advanced to the gold bracket, but lost in their first match.

Curry landed in the silver bracket on Saturday and swept its way to the championship. The Lady Yellow Jackets, who went 4-3 on the day, were a perfect 3-0 in tournament play, taking down Leeds, Haleyville and Carbon Hill. Cordova also advanced to the silver bracket, but was eliminated by Marion County in a three-set match.

On the day, Addison, Winston County and Meek each finished 3-2, Carbon Hill was 3-4, Cordova was 2-3, Lynn was 1-4 while Dora, Oakman and Sumiton Christian finished 0-4.

Photos by Johnathan Bentley

08/23/2026

08/22/2026

08/22/2026

🌟 Walker County Christian Chorus presents: Handel's "Messiah" 🌟

Hobby Lobby has Christmas decorations out, so that can only mean one thing.. its time for Messiah rehearsals to start! 🎶

If you have never heard of the Walker County Christian Chorus (WCCC) - we are a nonprofit, volunteer-based choir dedicated to the rehearsals and performances of Handel's "Messiah" every Christmas! The WCCC is accompanied by members of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. This choir has been a Walker County tradition for over 45 years!

YOU are invited to join us this holiday season. No experience or try out is required. Anyone with a love for music and ministry is welcome to be a part of our choir.

Rehearsals are set to begin on Monday, September 14 and will be every Monday from 6:30-8:30 PM until the performance date.

🌟 Performance: November 30 at 7:00 PM Grace Baptist Church at Sumiton.

To join, simply attend the first rehearsal! If you have any questions, please comment or send us a message!

08/22/2026

The Arley Women's Club is having its Fall Mum Sale, with the order deadline set for Sept. 7. Red, purple/pink, white, yellow and orange/bronze are available at $18 for a 10-inch pot. Pickup will be at Meek Baptist Church at a date and time to be announced. Proceeds will benefit the community. To place an order, please contact Angela at 205-664-9503.

08/22/2026

Bevill State Community College recently received a 2026 Telly Award in recognition of the college’s Commit CTE commercials, the college said in a recent Facebook posting.

08/22/2026

Mrs. Hattie Mae Taylor is turning 100 years old on August 28. She's a true testament to resilience, wisdom and a life well-lived. Her wisdom and love have shaped generations. Hattie Mae Taylor celebrates 100 years of love and memories: 36,525 days, 876,600 hours, 52,596 minutes, 7 amazing children, 10 adorable grandchildren, 8 lovable great-grandchildren, 4 awesome great-great-grandchildren and we are so blessed to celebrate this wonderful woman of God on her 100th birthday.

Mrs. Hattie Mae Taylor is turning 100 years old on August 28. She's a true testament to resilience, wisdom and a life well-lived. Her wisdom and love have shaped generations.

08/22/2026

Seven volunteer fire departments in Alabama, including some in Walker County, were among 150 nationwide recipients of a $10,000 grant for various needs through the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program.

Seven volunteer fire departments in Alabama, including some in Walker County, were among 150 nationwide recipients of a $10,000 grant for various needs through the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter

08/22/2026

Young people help with Looney's renovations, and Baptist Health Scholarships recipients announced

Young people help with Looney's renovations