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THE SOUTHERN TORCH / FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2018 / VOL. 4, NO. 31 / $1.00
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Asbestos Found in School Floor By Marla Jones Reporter
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SYLVANIA, Ala. — Sylvania parents are voicing concerns regarding asbestos being found in the floor after a leak occurred a few weeks ago at Sylvania High School. Asbestos, if disturbed, is hazardous to human health and could cause illnesses like cancer. When Southern Torch contacted DeKalb County Superintendent Dr. Jason Barnett, he had this to say: “First, thank you for your concern and support of Sylvania High School. I appreciate you taking the time to personally reach out to me. As you are aware, there was a leak at Sylvania High School causing us to replace a
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portion of the flooring in the main entrance. In a desire to upgrade the appearance of the entrance, we chose to re-tile the hallway. That of course, led us to your concerns. To share a little bit about the process we are undertaking to replace the tiles, Mr. Ricky Butts, Director of Maintenance, has been in regular communication with Mr. Stan Eller, a state licensed and authorized environmental engineer at Raincrow Environmental. Mr. Eller manages environmental issues including asbestos management for many state agencies and organizations. Mr. Eller has provided support and guidance as to how best proceed with replacing the flooring and carry it out in the safest and most
Winner Winner Catfish Dinner By Marla Jones Reporter
marla@southerntorch.com MENTONE, Ala. — After a rigorous process that involved more than 150 participants across the State of Alabama, Mentone’s Green Leaf Grill and its owner Jimmy Roger have been hailed as the Best Catfish in Alabama. The Alabama Farmers Federation named Rogers, who is the chef and owner of The Green Leaf Grill, as
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the best catfish cook in whole state after a judging process narrowed down the participants to four. The contest was in celebration of National Catfish Month, which is celebrated every August. “Catfish is very important to me,� said Rogers. “It brings back memories of fishing with my dad using a straight cane pole at Sylvania Lake.� “I think I learned to
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productive manner. To add to this communication and support, Mr. Eller and his company will provide airborne testing immediately upon completion of this project to ensure that the environment is safe for all occupants. Once again, I appreciate your concern, interest and support of Sylvania High School. I also want to affirm that we are certainly committed to the safety of the faculty and students at Sylvania.� Dr. Barnett also said that he believes work should be done with replacing the floor by next week. The Southern Torch will continue to update on this story as more details come in.
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Wills Town hosts Bike Night in FP
The Wills Town Rats held a benefit bike night last Saturday. (Marla Jones | Southern Torch)
By Marla Jones Reporter marla@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala. — The Wills Town Rats hosted a benefit bike ride on Saturday for a fellow rider. The ride was followed by Bike Night at the Fort Payne Rotary from 6pm to 9pm.
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"AMERICA'S MOST SCENIC SHOPPING MALL"
Don't forget that the World's Longest Yard Sale is THIS WEEKEND, beginning on August 2 and lasting until Sunday, August 5. There are more than 1,000 vendors in Alabama alone! Pick up a few bargains and enjoy the scenic route of the Lookout Mountain Parkway!
School Bells Will BOE Breaks Ground Be Ringing Soon on Learning Center By Marla Jones Reporter marla@southerntorch.com
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FORT PAYNE, Ala. — The Fort Payne City Board of Education held their regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, July 26, 2018. Shane Byrd, Principal of Fort Payne Middle School made a presentation on the schools progress from last year and goals for the upcoming school year. The Board accepted the following resignations:
• Troy Mueller, Bus Driver • Marcella Snay, CNP Worker at Williams Avenue Elementary School • Shannon Keef, CNP Worker at Williams Avenue Elementary School • Scott Shankles, Head Middle School Softball Coach The Board approved the following transfers: • Kelly Chapman from 3rd Grade Teacher at Williams Avenue
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The DeKalb County Board of Education held a ribbon cutting for the new DeKalb County Schools Early Learning Center on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. The Learning Center will feature two classes this year and Superintdent Dr. Jason Barnett said talks were already in the works for the addition of another class next year. (Marla Jones | Southern Torch) Visit our website at www.southerntorch.com for daily news updates and pick up your weekly print edition at news stands every Friday.