Opelika - A Tuskegee man, 51-year-old Terrence Johnson, was arrested Tuesday night on two counts of second-degree arson. According to the Better Business Bureau website, Johnson is the owner of By His Grace Daycare Center, which has locations in Opelika, Montgomery, and Tuskegee. Johnson’s arrest stems from two fires that occurred at By His Grace… Continue reading A third suspect arrested in probe of Opelika day care fires
One killed in Chelsea train/vehicle crash
Chelsea - One person is dead after a vehicle/train collision in Chelsea Tuesday night. A crash involving a Train occurred at approximately 7:50 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, and has claimed the life of a Birmingham woman. The Shelby County Coroner has identified the deceased as 31-year-old Michelle Manning. Manning was fatally injured when the 2016… Continue reading One killed in Chelsea train/vehicle crash
Sylacauga Arts Council annual Dinner Theater is set for March 5th
Sylacauga - The Sylacauga Arts Council excited to announce that the Heritage Hall Jazz Band will perform at the upcoming annual Dinner Theater on Thursday evening, March 5th at 6:00 p.m. at the J. Craig Smith Community Center. The dinner meal will be catered by Hickory Street Cafe. Tickets $25, and tables of 8 may… Continue reading Sylacauga Arts Council annual Dinner Theater is set for March 5th
Leeds Council approves incentive agreement to bring Aldi to city
Leeds - The Leeds City Council has approved an agreement to incentivize its development at 1770 Ashville Highway, which is owned by Alabama limited liability companies Akin Holdings and Jones Properties, according to the resolution. A public hearing was held during a meeting of the Leeds City Council on Monday where real estate representatives spoke… Continue reading Leeds Council approves incentive agreement to bring Aldi to city
Five arrested on drug charges in Alexander City
Alexander City - The Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force and the Alexander City Special Response Group executed a search warrant in Alexander City this week. During the search, agents say they seized the following drugs & drug-related paraphernalia: two grams of methamphetamine, two grams of marijuana, two THC vapes, four types of prescription-only pills, digital… Continue reading Five arrested on drug charges in Alexander City
Sylacauga Police Update status of travel on Broadway & W. Park – both OPEN
Sylacauga - The Sylacauga Police Department has announced that both Broadway Avenue & Wst Park Stree are now open for travel again. Repairs to railroad crossings along Broadway have been completed, and while work continues to affect repairs in West Park, the road is open for travel. However, caution is advised on Park Street as… Continue reading Sylacauga Police Update status of travel on Broadway & W. Park – both OPEN
Caleb Connelley joins Sylacauga Parks & Rec as an Athletic Coordinator
Sylacauga - Sylacauga Parks and Recreation has introduced the newest member of their team - Caleb Connelley, who will be joining forces with Kishawn McKinney as an Athletic Coordinator. Connelley is a native of Sylacauga and graduated in 2019 from Coosa Valley Academy, where he played baseball, making all-county honors in sophomore and senior seasons.… Continue reading Caleb Connelley joins Sylacauga Parks & Rec as an Athletic Coordinator
2026 Chamber Banquet honored community excellence
Childersburg - Besides unveiling the transition to the Childersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, the annual Chamber Baquet honored community excelence with awards while setting the stage for a brighter future. Past Chamber Board Chair Mel Borden summed up the last year as officers, board members, and staff turning ideas into action with more than 30events… Continue reading 2026 Chamber Banquet honored community excellence
GCV Chamber rebrands as Childersburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Childersburg - The Greater Coosa Valley Chamber of Commerce officially announced a new name and refreshed brand identity during its Annual Chamber Banquet, unveiling its transition to the Childersburg Area Chamber of Commerce. The rebrand is the culmination of a year-long process that included conversations with community stakeholders, Chamber members, local businesses, city officials, and… Continue reading GCV Chamber rebrands as Childersburg Area Chamber of Commerce
SPD makes sex offender notification for homeless man, Robert Martin Wimer
Sylacauga - Robert Martin Wimer, the individual named in this notification is a convicted sex offender. The Sylacauga Police Department has been informed that this individual resides in your area. In accordance with Alabama State Law under the Community Notification Act, the Sylacauga Police Department is required to notify the public that the listed individual… Continue reading SPD makes sex offender notification for homeless man, Robert Martin Wimer
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