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In today's newsletter:
- What changes could Guntersville families see under Superintendent Brad Cooper?
- How Guntersville volleyball turned 64 wins into national recognition
Also on today's calendar: Lake Guntersville State Park: Cocoa & Crafting.
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Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 57 and low of 44 degrees.
- Thursday: A shower and t-storm; breezy, temps: high: 59, low: 33.
- Friday: Sunny and cooler, with a high of 44 and low of 35 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Guntersville City Schools selects new superintendent (rocketcitynow.com) — Guntersville City Schools has hired Dr. Brad Cooper as its next superintendent, bringing more than two decades of experience in North Alabama education. He’ll succeed Dr. Jason Barnett, who is leaving to lead The School Superintendents of Alabama, and will be mentored by Decatur’s superintendent as he steps into the role. 
• High school volleyball rankings: Virginia state champion Giles finishes No. 1 in Small Town Top 25 (maxpreps.com) — Guntersville High’s volleyball team capped a 64-5 season with Alabama’s Class 5A state championship, leading the entire nation in victories and finishing No. 5 in MaxPreps’ Small Town Top 25 rankings. The list, topped by Virginia’s Giles High, showcases standout small-school programs nationwide, but Guntersville’s remarkable win total puts a bright national spotlight on this local team.
📸 Around Guntersville
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★ Featured events ★
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Crooner Christmas
Whole Backstage Theatre, 1120 Rayburn Ave, Guntersville
7:00 pm
Thursday December 18
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Other local events
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Lake Guntersville State Park: Cocoa & Crafting
Lake Guntersville State Park , 1155 Lodge Dr , Guntersville
4:00 pm -
Crooner Christmas
Whole Backstage Theatre , 1120 Rayburn Ave , Guntersville
2:00 pm
Saturday December 20
Sunday December 21
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🗓 Events Nearby
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STEAM Day
Boaz, AL Calendar , 404 Thomas Ave , Boaz
3:30 pm -
Trivia at Main Channel Brewing Co.
Main Channel Brewing , 210 Sand Mountain Dr , Albertville
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Power Yoga Class
Boaz, AL Calendar , 400 Elizabeth Street , Boaz -
Preschool Storytime
Boaz, AL Calendar , 404 Thomas Ave , Boaz
10:00 am -
Boaz Pirates vs Asbury School
Boaz Middle School , 140 Newt Parker Dr , Boaz
10:00 am -
Downtown Albertville Farmers Market
Downtown Albertville Farmer's Market , 314 Sand Mountain Dr , Albertville
3:00 pm -
New Hope Elementary Winter Parking Lot Pantry
New Hope Elementary & Middle , 5300 Main Dr , New Hope
4:00 pm -
AFA Basic Handgun Level 2
Alabama Firearms Academy , 100 Elizabeth St #439 , Boaz
12:00 pm -
NYE at Busted Oak Bourbon Society
Busted Oak Bourbon Society , 111 E Main St , Albertville
5:00 pm
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Monday December 22
Tuesday December 23
Friday December 26
Saturday December 27
Wednesday December 31
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🗞 Nearby News
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