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
Category: Oak Grove
Don’t miss the Community Block Party at Childersburg First Methodist
Childersburg - You’re all invited to join Childersburg First Methodist for a fun-filled day with the community on Saturday, July 18th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 603 4th St SW, Childersburg, AL 35044. There will be Food trucks, vendors, a waterslide, a car show, fun games & more for a FREE event that’s… Continue reading Don’t miss the Community Block Party at Childersburg First Methodist
Oak Grove Council readies for a street paving project bid process
Oak Grove - Mayor Tony White updated the Council on bids for the next street paving plans this week. The town is accepting bids on the project with an pre-bid estimated cost of $314,883. Grants totalling $250,000 have been secured, leaving the town with an $8,425 match, as well as various other relate costs of… Continue reading Oak Grove Council readies for a street paving project bid process
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
FBI warns of a rise in AI-related internet cyber-scams
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 FBI warns of a rise in AI-related internet cyber-scams
East Central Alabama guide to holiday celebrations with fireworks shows
East Central Alabama - Events to observe the 4th of July &/or the America 250 anniversary are plentiful across East Central Alabama, so we thought it would be neat to highlight those with fireworks shows (at or just after dark), to help the public enjoy them with friends and family. The holiday festivities kick off… Continue reading East Central Alabama guide to holiday celebrations with fireworks shows
More vendors, greater variety marks growth this season for the Sylacauga Farmers Market
Sylacauga - The new season of the Sylacauga Farmers Market has shown remarkable growth in both the number of vendors and the variety of things they offer shoppers every Friday from 7:00 to Noon. We’ll details what’s available and what’s coming soon from the produce vendors, but there’s even more from what’s known as the… Continue reading More vendors, greater variety marks growth this season for the Sylacauga Farmers Market
Primary Runoff Elections are Tuesday, June 16th
Statewide - Alabama’s 2026 primary runoff elections are scheduled for on Tuesday, June 16thto mselect party candidates for the November 3rd general election. Democrat voters will decide one one runoff race, selecting between Dakarai Larriett and Everett Wess for the party's U.S. Senate nomination. In the Republican Primary Runoff, voters will choose nominees in five… Continue reading Primary Runoff Elections are Tuesday, June 16th
Oak Grove is applying for Rebuild Alabama grant funds for paving
Oak Grove - Resolution 655 was approved Tuesday night by the Oak Grove Town Council, authorizing an agreement with Engineering, Environmental & Forestry Services (EEFS) Company PC to apply for Rebuild Alabama grant funds in the amount of $258,452 for street paving. The local match will be $8,425. EEFS will lead the paving to completion.… Continue reading Oak Grove is applying for Rebuild Alabama grant funds for paving
Carnival attractions are ready for a fun Childersburg Rescue Squad fundraiser starting Wednesday
Childersburg - Carnival attractions are set for a Childersburg Rescue Squad fund-raiser, along Highway 280 in the Childersburg Tractor Supply parking lot. The carnival will operate from Wednesday, June 10th through Tuesday, June 16th. On weekdays, the carnival will operate from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. On weekends they will operate from 1:00 to 10:00 p.m.… Continue reading Carnival attractions are ready for a fun Childersburg Rescue Squad fundraiser starting Wednesday
bustedalabama.com 