Calera - ALEA officials say that a Shelby County man has died after being thrown from a vehicle during a car crash in Shelby County. The victim was identified as 31-year-old Zachary A. Fogle, of Calera, who was killed after the vehicle in which he was a passenger in left Alabama 119 one mile north… Continue reading Calera man died after being ejected during car crash in Shelby County
Care House partners with Sylacauga Chamber on Christmas basket program
Sylacauga - Care House of Sylacauga is partnering with the Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce to collect donations as the local food pantry organization prepares Christmas baskets for families in the community. For nearly 30-years, the annual Christmas basket program has bee a vital tradition, providing food assistance to local families during the holiday season. Beyond… Continue reading Care House partners with Sylacauga Chamber on Christmas basket program
Five Alabama industrial sites to receive more than $9.3 million in upgrades
Montgomery - According to a release from Governor Kay Ivey, five industrial sites across Alabama will receive more than $9.3 million for improvements, aimed at attracting new businesses and jobs. The funding comes through the Growing Alabama Tax Credit program, which uses private donations to improve publicly owned sites for economic development. Donors receive a… Continue reading Five Alabama industrial sites to receive more than $9.3 million in upgrades
Brothers open Razor Sharp Automotive on 280 kin Childersburg
Childersburg - The Sharp brothers, Chris and Cody, are ready to prove themselves to drivers in the region, cutting the ribbon on Razor Sharp Automotive to offer both collision repair service and basic mechanic work. “We’ve got a modern body and paint shop, to go along with a combined 25 years of experience,” explained Cody… Continue reading Brothers open Razor Sharp Automotive on 280 kin Childersburg
The Sylacauga BOE has accepted Adair’s resignation from the school board
Sylacauga - During their October meeting, the Sylacauga Board of Education accepted the resignation of board member Heather Adair, who was appointed to serve on the board in 2025. Adair, a longtime involved parent volunteer in the local school system, said her decision to step down was the restriction the board position placed on such… Continue reading The Sylacauga BOE has accepted Adair’s resignation from the school board
Downtown Childersburg boutique & gift shop celebrates its second anniversary
Childersburg - Fair to Middlin’ Gifts & Boutique is celebrating two years in business as of November 7th in downtown Childersburg, and owner Kara Eslinger is marking the occasion with a two-day event. On Friday, November 6th & Saturday, November 7th, at 705 1st Street SW in Childersburg, with refreshments, games, prizes, along with lots… Continue reading Downtown Childersburg boutique & gift shop celebrates its second anniversary
Cousin of victim charged in Riverchase Galleria shooting
Hoover - A cousin of the young man who was shot in the Riverchase Galleria on Friday is facing charges in connection with the incident. Hoover Police officers responded shortly before noon Friday after a report of shots fired in the mall's food court. A 20-year-old man was shot in the arm, suffering non- life-threatening… Continue reading Cousin of victim charged in Riverchase Galleria shooting
Think you’ve got the best chili in town? It’s time to prove it!
Childersburg - Prepare your best chili at home and bring it to The Nevermore in downtown Childersburg this Saturday, November 7th at 5:00 p.m. for a Chili Cook-off! Bring it in crock pot to keep it warm & ready for judging. There’s a $10 entry fee, and the winning chili cook takes it all home with… Continue reading Think you’ve got the best chili in town? It’s time to prove it!
Heavenly Grounds returns to downtown Sylacauga later this week
Sylacauga - For the past several years, Kristi Everett has operated the Back Porch Restaurant on Logan Martin, but dreamed of the day when she could reopen Heavenly Grounds, and thanks to an old neighbor, that dream is coming true later this week in the original location, no less. “I’ve looked into several possibilities in… Continue reading Heavenly Grounds returns to downtown Sylacauga later this week
SAW’s BBQ will open Chelsea location in November
Chelsea - A chain already well known in the reagion, SAW’s BBQ will open its newest location that Valley Post in Chelsea on November 9, bringing the Birmingham-area restaurant chain to the U.S. 280 corridor. The restaurant will open at 11:00 a.m. at 1004 Dunnavant Valley Road. Its menu will include pulled pork, smoked chicken,… Continue reading SAW’s BBQ will open Chelsea location in November
