Lake Martin - Sometimes, “getting there” is part of the overall dinner experience. And, according to myfamilytravels.com, that’s the case for SpringHouse at Alexander City’s Russell Lands on Lake Martin, a true Farm-To-Table Dining Barn that’s located on what they describe as a “jaw-dropping hilltop location, well off the beaten path. And beyond the scenic… Continue reading SpringHouse at Russell Lands on Lake Martin can be tough to find, but well worth it according to revues
Category: Clay County
The new Clay Coosa Narcotics Drug Task Force has made 11 arrests over the latest quarter
Clay County - The newly formed Clay-Coosa Narcotics Drug Task Force continues to proactively investigate and arrest individuals involved in illegal drug use and drug distribution throughout Clay County, making 11 arrests during the latest quarter. Investigators have conducted multiple narcotics investigations, executed search warrants, and conducted proactive traffic enforcement that has resulted in numerous… Continue reading The new Clay Coosa Narcotics Drug Task Force has made 11 arrests over the latest quarter
David and Jan Farnsworth awarded Forest Conservationist of the Year by the Alabama Wildlife Federation
Prattville - David and Jan Farnsworth were presented the Forest Conservationist of the Year Award at the 2026 Alabama Wildlife Federation Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards banquet on Friday, August 7th at The Marriott Legends at Capitol Hill in Prattville. Governor Kay Ivey provided a congratulatory video prepared specifically for the 2026 Award Recipients. The AWF… Continue reading David and Jan Farnsworth awarded Forest Conservationist of the Year by the Alabama Wildlife Federation
School start means more traffic, stronger enforcement
STATEWIDE, Ala. - with the start of a new school year, there are a few “gIvens” involved in your morning and afternoon plans, even if you don’t have kids in school. There will be more traffic on the roadways, as school busses, parents transporting children, and students licensed to drive will be making their way… Continue reading School start means more traffic, stronger enforcement
Alabama’s “Taylor’s law” determines drivers license eligibility age
Montgomery - Thanks to “Taylor’s Law” in Alabama, there is a new disciplinary point system that determines the age of student eligibility for a drivers license. And with a new schhool year about to start, students over the age of 12 need to be aware that disciplinary issues at school will delay their ability to… Continue reading Alabama’s “Taylor’s law” determines drivers license eligibility age
The FBI Birmingham office reports a rise in AI-related scams in Alabama
Birmingham - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most remarkable and most dangerous technological inventions in history. It accelerates data analysis, automates repetitive and time-consuming tasks and is always available. At the same time, it can displace jobs, is expensive, is not always correct, and can be used for fraud and scams. The latter… Continue reading The FBI Birmingham office reports a rise in AI-related scams in Alabama
Clay County man facing federal charges stemming from a 2024 incident
Clay County - Stemming stem from an incident that happened on September 5, 2024, a Clay County man faces federal charges for carjacking, attempted kidnapping, and several other crimes. Stevie Earl Harris was arraigned in federal court and a five-count indictment filed in U.S. District Court charges him with attempted kidnapping, carjacking, using/carrying a firearm… Continue reading Clay County man facing federal charges stemming from a 2024 incident
Auburn’s NIL deal for the Baylor game in Atlanta could be the start of a new trend
Auburn - It was both puzzling and upsetting when it was announced that Auburn’s scheduled home game against Baylor woth instead by played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, but the deal has taken on a new perspective that greatly benefits players via a lucrative NIL deal that could lead to more such neutral site game… Continue reading Auburn’s NIL deal for the Baylor game in Atlanta could be the start of a new trend
Suspicious activity an Ashland motel a false bomb scare and arrest of a local man
Ashland - An investigation into suspicious activity at an Ashland motel lead authorities to believe there were explosives on site. There were not, but a local man was arrested on multiple criminal offenses. Joseph Blancher was arrested at the Country Inn Motel, where the Clay County Sheriff's Office found materials they believed to be explosives.… Continue reading Suspicious activity an Ashland motel a false bomb scare and arrest of a local man
Alabama’s Back-to-School 2026 tax-free weekend is scheduled for July 17-19
Statewide – Alabama’s Back-to-Schol sales tax holiday weekend has been scheduled fbegins 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 17, and ends midnight on Sunday, July 19. During many back to school purchases will be exempt from state sales taxes, as well as county and municipal sales taxes in jurisdictions that choose to participate. Included items include:Clothing… Continue reading Alabama’s Back-to-School 2026 tax-free weekend is scheduled for July 17-19
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