Logan Martin Lake News

Pedestrian bridge and more as work continues on Gadsden’s waterfront project Story by Paul SouthSubmitted Photos Two projects aimed at transforming the Coosa Riverfront and making Etowah County’s largest city

Freedom Fest

Drawing huge crowds in Gadsden Story by Paul SouthSubmitted photos Had the Founding Fathers been on the banks of the Coosa River July 3 and 4 for Gadsden’s Freedom Fest

Little Tomatina

Where tomatoes fly and memories grow Story by Molly GilbertPhotos by Mackenzie Free Just before sunset, Neely Henry Lake begins to settle into its evening rhythm. The water grows still.

Hokes Bluff CityFest

Free family fun, live music, rides and much more Story by Paul SouthSubmitted photos It began in 2014 as what could be called a 30-day miracle, a community party that

Ohatchee in the spotlight

July 1, 2026

Visit Calhoun County video series highlights water, history and regional tourism Ohatchee’s story begins with the water. That’s the message behind a new Calhoun County Tourism video highlighting the town,

Meet Etowah County’s new tourism director

July 1, 2026

Anna Lindsey-Brown grew up on the family farm in Cherokee County near Centre. Cotton and soybeans were the staples of her formative learning in her early years, so when it

Pedaling & paddling

July 1, 2026

Gadsden gives you more ways to enjoy Neely Henry Lake Story by Paul SouthSubmitted Photos Most days from his house on Neely Henry Lake, while sipping his morning coffee and

Arts Trail on Broad

Gadsden museum finding new ways to promote art for generations to come When Ray Wetzel was in high school in Hokes Bluff, there was no art program. But through encouragement

East Alabama Boat Show

Another year of success for event at Quintard Mall Story and photosby Graham Hadley The East Alabama Boat show notched another successful year as boat dealers filled the Quintard Mall

Coosa Concierge

Making sure lake owners get to enjoy the lake Story by Paul SouthPhotos by Graham Hadley At age 8, Grant Stinson drove the family boat on Logan Martin, able to

In the Kitchen with Susan Kell

Unique waterfront home epitomizes lake life Story by Scottie VickeryPhotos by Bob Crisp When Susan Kell made the move to full-time lake life seven years ago, she took a bit

America 250 on the lakes

Celebrating two and a half centuries of nation’s independence Story by Paul Southand Graham HadleySubmitted Photos John Adams, one of America’s Founding Fathers and a signer of the Declaration of

Oh Sherri Island Pub

New dining by the water options for Logan Martin and Neely Henry lakes Story by Roxann EdsallPhotos by Mackenzie Free Lake residents often claim that if you live on Logan

Smoke on the Falls

BBQ cooking event returns to Gadsden area Where there’s smoke, there’s championship barbecue. At least that’s the menu for April 3-4 at Smoke on the Falls Noccalula Barbecue Competition weekend.

Spring Lantern Festival at Noccalula Falls

New event at iconic park is so cool Story by Paul SouthSubmitted photos Even before the first light’s glow at the inaugural Lantern Festival at Noccolula Falls Park and Campground,

In the Kitchen with the Settles

Flowers, artwork and more Story by Scottie VickeryPhotos by Bob Crisp At most houses on Logan Martin Lake, the view of the water is the most mesmerizing feature. Guests to

Gotta get to Gadsden

Rolling out the welcome mat Story by Paul SouthSubmitted photos A new campaign celebrating this city’s big-city feel and small town charm is up and running. Its message? “Gotta Get

Let the good times roll

Gadsden tops off Chili Cookoff with a Mardi Gras parade Story by Roxann EdsallSubmitted Photos There’s a party going on next month in the streets of Gadsden. Call it a

Christmas on the Coosa

Gadsden turns riverside park into winter wonderland Story by Paul SouthSubmitted Photos Folks in Gadsden are crazy about Christmas, and it shows. All you had to do is look no

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