In the early winter of 1917, he was with the U.S. Army’s 42nd Infantry Division, which had just arrived in Europe. By early January, Champion must have developed a cough, one so bad he landed in a field hospital.

"I was very nervous at first, but once the classes started, I knew I could do it. I have been encouraging all of my friends who are deaf to come on and sign up as well. I have told them how awesome this experience was, and that they can get certified, too."

Today, The Daily Home is featuring Sara Grace Thurman, Olivia Andrews, Aleya Gilley and Cayleigh Weir. The remaining candidates were featured in a story posted to the paper's website and Facebook page Friday.

Although the amendment was finally adopted, there were several questions and concerns from board members.

The victim's vehicle left the road, hit an embankment and overturned, the coroner said.

Two American Legion posts in The Daily Home’s coverage area, along with the Hall of Heroes in Talladega, will hold Memorial Day services Monday.

Police Chief James “Bubba” Brown said the charge is a class B felony and punishable by up to 20 years in prison if found guilty.

Heigl said work on Fort Williams Street to Fourth Street was continuing, and Main Avenue was paved Thursday and Friday.

Sylacauga High School has announced that Vyshnavi Rallapalle has been named valedictorian of the Class of 2018, and Ashleigh Michele Davis has been named salutatorian

Team members are Landon Crocker, Jagger Thomas, Alyssa Pruitt, Caitlyn Holcomb, Nevaeh Livingston, Catie Beth Henderson, Kade Waites, Marlee Reeves, Kendall Holcomb, Hayden Hubbard and Blaine Harris. Karen Blocker is the coach of the third-grade team.