Investigation Launched into Cold Springs Coach's Resignation

0:00It's March 27th. Welcome in. This is Birmingham News today, where local news meets AI. Coleman County officials have launched an investigation into the sudden resignation of Paige Adams. The girls basketball coach at Cold Springs High School. She stepped down this past Wednesday following a complaint, and both Sheriff Matt Gainery and school superintendent Shane Barnett confirmed the probe into the circumstances. Authorities say this marked the first formal complaint against Adams. Once his surface, an investigation started right away, leading to her immediate resignation. School board materials were returned. She was escorted off campus, and the case was handed to the District Attorney's Office. Parents in Cold Springs and nearby Holly Pond have zeroed in on the word formal in the superintendent's statement. It raises eyebrows because Adams left her previous coaching job at Holly Pond High School just as abruptly after only one season back in 20. 17. Earlier exit drew positive comments from Barnett at the time, who

1:00called her a strong role model and teacher. Coaching ties run deep in her family too, with her father and law and husband both involved in the sport locally. For now, officials are keeping details close while prioritizing student safety, and more updates will come as the investigation unfolds.