St Clair County

Misconduct investigation leads to Asst. Principal resignation at Leeds Elementary

Leeds - Leeds City Schools say their misconduct investigation found no illegal, unethical or unprofessional conduct, but it still led to the resignation of an assistant principal. In a statement to the school community, Superintendent John J. Moore said that a conversation with Kyle Winningham led to the assistant principal’s resignation. An allegation of misconduct… Continue reading Misconduct investigation leads to Asst. Principal resignation at Leeds Elementary

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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

St Clair County

Odenville crowd celebrates a new McDonald’s

Odenville - Community leaders, business professionals, employees, family members, and friends gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate a brand new McDonald’s building. Franchise owner, owner Ashley Minor’s family has been involved with the franchise ever since she was eight. According to a press release, ““The ribbon cutting was more than the opening of a… Continue reading Odenville crowd celebrates a new McDonald’s

St Clair County

Logan Martin Lake drowning victim identified as a Jemison man

St Clair County - The St. Clair County Coroner’s Office has identified a 55-year-old Jemison man as the victim of a drowning Saturday at Logan Martin Lake. 55-year-old Jody Stephen Landrum was visiting relatives in the area when the drowning occurred. The St. Clair County Sheriff’s deputies reported to the scene of a drowning at… Continue reading Logan Martin Lake drowning victim identified as a Jemison man

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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

St Clair County

St. Clair Correctional Facility contract employee arrested

St Clair County. - A St. Clair Correctional Facility contract kitchen employee has been arrested on a custodial sexual misconduct charge following an investigation involving an inmate. Alabama Department of Corrections’ Narcotics and Law Enforcement Services divisions agents arrested Kendra Threatt on Friday (8/7) following an investigation into allegations of prohibited activity involving Threatt and… Continue reading St. Clair Correctional Facility contract employee arrested

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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

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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

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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