Christ Chapel Cochran will hold a "Freedom Fest" July 4. There will be just one service starting at 10 am. Following the service, watermelon will be served and there will be giant waterslides for children.

The Cochran-Bleckley Chamber of Commerce announced via Facebook the return of CountryFest October 23. According to the post, it will feature arts and crafts, live entertainment, food, and rides for children as well as the annual street dance and fireworks show (weather permitting.) Two events leading up to CountryFest were announced, a 5K Glow Run as well as Miss Country Fest Pageant.

Thursday was the final night of Vacation Bible School at Bethany Baptist Church. As it had been all week, it was a busy night. Children practiced in the sanctuary for the parents night performance that would take place. There were classes still happening, and some volunteers got an early start on cleanup. This week’s theme was “Destination Dig.”