Central Alabama - Living in Central Alabama has left us wondering about a winter storm heading south. There is still a slight chance of snow during the night on Sunday, but the real threat would be a full day of rain meeting frigid Arctic cold that descends upon us overnight. Strong, gusty winds will only… Continue reading There’s one certainty for our local weather – COLD!
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$17 million goes to 44 Alabama communities for infrastructure improvements
Montgomery - Governor Kay Ivey has announced the allocation of approximately $17 million in Community Development Block Grants to 44 communities across Alabama, aiming to enhance local infrastructure and services. These grants, which are administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) with funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban… Continue reading $17 million goes to 44 Alabama communities for infrastructure improvements
E.A.R.T.H. shined during the meeting of the Industry Advisory Alliance meeting
Sylacauga - A first-ever public presentation from the East Alabama Rural Innovation & Training Hub (EARTH) during the first quarter meeting of the Industry Advisory Alliance showed not only significant progress in actions taken, but in ever-developing plans for the near and distant future. “We are on track to open two important aspects of EARTH… Continue reading E.A.R.T.H. shined during the meeting of the Industry Advisory Alliance meeting
With no firm plan in place, Childersburg opens the door on further data center discussions
Childersburg - Following a public hearing on the matter, the Childersburg City Council approved two items that could lead to discovery and discussion steps in a proposal for a data center in the Childersburg Industrial Park. “There is no firm plan in place,” said Mayor Ken Wesson, “We have had seven months of talks, but… Continue reading With no firm plan in place, Childersburg opens the door on further data center discussions
Proposed data center in Columbiana doesn’t fit the typical mold
Columbiana - A proposed data center in Columbiana project would be located on the site of an old foundry where a brand-new building would house servers and coolers at 130 Industrial Parkway would sit on 17 acres of land. Columbiana city leaders say the project is significantly smaller than typical data centers, and advocates say… Continue reading Proposed data center in Columbiana doesn’t fit the typical mold
It’s the time of year for fruit tree pruning – Are you properly prepared?
Talladega - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System offers a fruit pruning workshop in Talladega County, providing hands-on learning for those interested in mastering the art of fruit tree pruning. It’s set for Wednesday, January 21st from 9:00 a.m. until Noon at the Talladega County Extension Office at 132 North Court Street in Talladega. This workshop… Continue reading It’s the time of year for fruit tree pruning – Are you properly prepared?
Coosa County residents are looking for ways to stop a rock quarry
Coosa County - A community meeting in Kellyton this past week focused on a potential rock quarry that is proposed on Coosa County Road 87. Coosa County District 1 Commissioner John Forbus said the land is about 200 acres, close to homes and businesses. Among the concerns raised by the crowd were nearby property values,… Continue reading Coosa County residents are looking for ways to stop a rock quarry
Auditions are set for a local production of “Red Feather High” – a Murder Mystery
Sylacauga - The Sylacauga Community Playhouse has scheduled auditions for their upcoming production of Red Feather High, but there’s no time to waste as auditions are coming up soon. Auditions are scheduled for Tuesday, January 20 and Thursday, January 22 at 6:00 p.m. each night at the J. Craig Smith Community Center. Both novice and… Continue reading Auditions are set for a local production of “Red Feather High” – a Murder Mystery
24 dogs rescued in Lee County are in need of fostering
Opelika - After 24 dogs were rescued from neglect in Beauregard this past week, local animal shelters in Opelika are reaching out to the community to foster and support. The community has stepped up for the dogs being cared for at Opelika’s Animal Health Center as 13 have been placed in foster care. But there… Continue reading 24 dogs rescued in Lee County are in need of fostering
Trial coming in March for suspect in Auburn missing person death
Auburn - Justice may be coming soon for a Homewood teen reported missing in Auburn more than six years ago. The suspect, Ibraheem Yazeed appeared in Macon County Circuit Court recently for a pretrial hearing as attorneys iron out the final details ahead of the March trial term. Yazeed is charged with kidnapping and murder… Continue reading Trial coming in March for suspect in Auburn missing person death
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