Montgomery - Each year, thousands of Alabamians are victims of violence, and in their despair, they wonder where to turn. Their spouse may have been murdered, a loved one may have been sexually assaulted, or their child may have endured abuse. Possibly, they’ve survived a random shooting or escaped domestic violence. Victims desperately need assistance… Continue reading New ‘AVAP’ App Enhances Crime Victims’ Access to Vital Services
Category: St Clair County
A beautiful Monday belies a risk of severe storms Wednesday night
Western Alabama - A beautiful Monday is at hand across Central Alabama with highs climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s under mostly sunny skies! However, The National Weather Service is keeping a close eye on Wednesday night into Thursday morning. A Slight Risk (Level 2/5) for severe storms has been introduced for the… Continue reading A beautiful Monday belies a risk of severe storms Wednesday night
Pell City elementary school evacuated after air conditioner unit catches fire
Pell City - Around 9:30 a.m. Friday morning (5/1), Pell City Fire Chief Jerry Dailey says his department got a call on a possible fire at Coosa Valley Elementary School. He says fire crews arrived within five minutes of the call. School officials say the fire was from an A/C unit that caught fire next… Continue reading Pell City elementary school evacuated after air conditioner unit catches fire
Rape suspect shoots and kills himself as SWAT prepares to make arrest
Cropwell - According to the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department, a rape suspect fatally shot himself in the head as SWAT officers prepared to arrest him. The death of 45-year-old Jeffry Edwards of Cropwell will be investigated by the Oxford Police Department at the sheriff’s office request. The death occurred during an investigation of the… Continue reading Rape suspect shoots and kills himself as SWAT prepares to make arrest
Ragland rallies during meeting ahead of vote on high school’s future
Ragland - The Ragland High School library was packed last week for a St. Clair County Board of Education meeting where residents were given an opportunity to speak and ask questions about a proposed property tax increase that will determine whether Ragland High School stays open. The proposed 5-mil increase will keep the doors of… Continue reading Ragland rallies during meeting ahead of vote on high school’s future
Stalled meetings cause tension in the City of Margaret
Margaret - Weeks of stalled meetings created tension between the mayor and council members in the City of Margaret. The Margaret City Council finally came together Sunday but both sides were still blaming each other for the breakdown. For multiple meetings, the council was unable to attract the quorum necessary to conduct City business -… Continue reading Stalled meetings cause tension in the City of Margaret
A person died as a result of a medical emergency at Moody restaurant
Moody - The Moody Fire Department reports that a person has died after a medical emergency at a restaurant in Moody.The Moody Fire Department confirms crews responded to 2511 Moody Parkway, the address of Jack’s Family Restaurant, for a cardiac arrest. Officials say responders attempted lifesaving measures, but the resuscitation effort was unsuccessful.
US250 Tour’s Alabama stop continues Sunday in Childersburg
Childersburg – The 50-State US250 Tour, bringing a mix of history and entertainment to Childersburg continues on Sunday, April 12th. The national tour, which aims to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary, features events in all 50 states highlighting history, art, music, and civic engagement. In downtown Childersburg, the tour’s “Freedom Village” will again be active… Continue reading US250 Tour’s Alabama stop continues Sunday in Childersburg
Central Park is all set for the Magic of Marble Festival to start Tuesday
Sylacauga – The tents are up and the artist work tables set and ready for the arrival Tuesday, April 7th of about three dozen sculptors for the Magic of Marble Festival in Sylacauga’s Central park. Sculptors begin selecting their marble and getting to work on this year’s creations. You’re all invited to stop by to… Continue reading Central Park is all set for the Magic of Marble Festival to start Tuesday
185 pounds of marijuana found in 18-wheeler during vehicle inspection on I-20 in Alabama
Saint Clair County – An Oregon truck driver is being held in the St. Clair County Jail on bonds totaling $1.5 million after authorities say he was hauling nearly 185 pounds of marijuana in his tractor-trailer on an Alabama interstate. Capt. Jeremy Burkett said that the discovery and subsequent arrest was made Tuesday, March 31st… Continue reading 185 pounds of marijuana found in 18-wheeler during vehicle inspection on I-20 in Alabama
