Arley

High speed internet available to Arley library users


Representative Tim Wadsworth and Librarian Jennifer Stewart, stand beside the new box installed at the back of the Arley Public Library. The fiber optic line which feeds the new high speed internet will come through this box.
ARLEY - Streaming television or movies and gaming will be a realization in the near future for Arley Public Library users...

State resolution honors MHS Band of Champions on 1A state marching championship


State Representative Tim Wadsworth reads the state resolution honoring the Meek High School band. Shown looking on are band students and MHS Principal Marla Murrah.
ARLEY - The Meek High School Band of Champions was literally center stage at the 61st annual Chitterling supper, not just because the fundraiser benefitted their program, but also because they were recognized by State Representative Tim Wadsworth of Arley, for the accomplishment of being 1A state marching band champions at a contest on Nov. 2, 2019.

Gibson, McLarty named king and queen of the 61st annual Chittlin' Supper


Former Arley Fire Chief George Gibson receives the highly coveted honor of Chittlin' Supper King, while Beth McLarty has the crown of Chittlin' Queen.
ARLEY - As the public entered the door for the 61st annual Chittlin' supper at Meek High School Friday night, Feb. 28, they did something entirely new to the supper by voting, not for candidates in the upcoming March 3 primary, but rather for their choice of candidates that had been submitted for the coveted titles of Chittlin King and Chittlin Queen.

Helicon, Arley and Addison fire departments form joint agreement


The new automatic aid agreement between Helicon, Arley and Addison fire departments means the three agencies must participate together in 16 hours of training per year. That training started Saturday, Feb. 22. Firefighters are using the Jaws of Life in a mock wreck at the Arley Fire station.
WINSTON COUNTY - Three local departments are now operating as one single department on structure fire calls under a new automatic aid agreement, which affects qualifications for their training.

Marijuana growing operation seized, 103 plants confiscated


Displaying the large amount of marijuana and plant growing items seized, from left, Winston County Sheriff's Deputy Josh Bennett, Investigator Caleb Snoddy, Deputy Nic Burns, Investigator Jacob Eward, Sheriff Horace Moore and Chief Deputy Brett Rodgers.
ARLEY  - A $10,000 marijuana growing and selling operation in the Arley area was busted by the Winston County Sheriff’s Office, which seizing 103 plants ranging in size from seedlings to four feet, as well as arrested a local man on numerous charges.

Big plans announced for Arley Day on May 16


Members of the Arley Women’s Club plan this year’s Arley Day. Left to right, sitting are Jonna Bailey, Montie Pafford and Nancy Carlisle. Standing are Mary Wynder, Carolyn Blanton, Cindy Bryant, Jane Shirah, Laurie McGriff, Ara Loftis and Joni Owens.
ARLEY - Are you ready for summer? Members of the Arley Women’s Club sure are and have been working toward Arley’s gateway to summer: the annual Arley Day Festival. Organized and presented by the AWC, Arley Day is in its 47th year. Plans have already begun, and the event looks to be the best yet. Save the date: Saturday, May 16, and get ready to begin the summer off right.

Burglary case solved just a few hours after initial report


Shown with many of the recovered items, from left, Winston County Sheriff's Deputy B.J. Simmons, Sheriff Horace Moore, Investigators Jacob Eward and Caleb Snoddy and Chief Deputy Brett Rodgers.
ARLEY  - A major emphasis by new Winston County Sheriff Horace Moore is to react quickly to calls and situations, which has led to solving a major theft case just a few hours after the theft was reported.