Talladega - Four State Senators and Representatives whose districts include Talladega County, gathered at the Ritz Theater in Talladega this past week for a Town Hall focused on the recently completed legislative session. Representative Barbara Boyd was invited, but did not respond. The event was co-sponsored by the three Chambers of Commerce in Talladega County.… Continue reading State Senators and Representatives Chamber Town Hall in Talladega – #2 Senator Keith Kelley
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Multi-jurisdiction vehicle pursuit leads to Drug Trafficking charge
Harpersville to Sylacauga, Ala. - On August 26, 2026, the Childersburg Police Department was notified by Talladega County 911 that the Harpersville Police Department was involved in a vehicle pursuit traveling eastbound on U.S. Highway 280 toward Childersburg. In response, Childersburg Police officers positioned themselves in the area of U.S. Highway 280 near the Coosa… Continue reading Multi-jurisdiction vehicle pursuit leads to Drug Trafficking charge
Friday 8/28 is the ordering deadline for the Childersburg Rescue Squad Boston Butt fundraiser for Labor Day
Childersburg - With Labor Day around the corner, what better way better way to celebrate than by having your friends and family over and feasting on a barbecued Boston Butt? You do it the “no fuss” which supports the Childersburg Rescue Squad at the same time. But, be aware that Friday, Aug, 28th is the… Continue reading Friday 8/28 is the ordering deadline for the Childersburg Rescue Squad Boston Butt fundraiser for Labor Day
Senior extravaganza drew a huge crowd from across the region
Sylacauga - The Maxye Veazey Senior Center event, “Senior Extravaganza” attracted a huge crowd of visitors from senior groups across the region - two from Sylacauga, plus Childersburg, Oak Grove, Talladega Springs, several from Coosa County, and plenty of individuals. With the theme “Living Life in Full Color,” there were also brightly-colored themed group dress… Continue reading Senior extravaganza drew a huge crowd from across the region
SpringHouse at Russell Lands on Lake Martin can be tough to find, but well worth it according to revues
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
The Sylacauga Farmers Market 2026 will extend well into September
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Weather has cooperated with area farmers during the 2026 growing season. So, the Sylacauga Farmers Market, which often ends its summer operation near the start of a new school year, will extend the season into September, before hopefully making way for a fall market as well. That means fresh fruits and vegetables… Continue reading The Sylacauga Farmers Market 2026 will extend well into September
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
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
