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
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Oak Grove VFD “Spring Fest” kicks off the 2026 festival season in the area this weekend
Oak Grove – A new festival - “SpringFest” kicks off a new season of festival this Saturday, April 4th in the Town of Oak Grove Park from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event, hosted by the Town of Oak Grove Volunteer Fire Department, promises a fun-filled day for the whole family, featuring lots of… Continue reading Oak Grove VFD “Spring Fest” kicks off the 2026 festival season in the area this weekend
Coosa Valley Medical Center to host an April “Protect Your Heart” Community Links event
Sylacauga - Coosa Valley Medical Center will host its April Community Links program, titled “Protect Your Heart: Building a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle,” on Monday, April 6th, at the B. B. Comer Memorial Library. The event, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., will feature cardiologist Dr. Wytch Rigger, a board-certified specialist with Cardiovascular Associates. Yo’ll have the opportunity… Continue reading Coosa Valley Medical Center to host an April “Protect Your Heart” Community Links event
The 50-State US250 our will makes it Alabama stop in Childersburg
Childersburg - The 50-State US250 Tour will bring history and entertainment to Childersburg for its stop in Childersburg in April. A national celebration of our founding and freedom - bringing history to life in all 50 states through events, art, music, and patriotic action. 50 states, 50 weeks, 50,000 miles, 250 million people, 250 years… Continue reading The 50-State US250 our will makes it Alabama stop in Childersburg
Sylacauga woman arrested on drug charges, stemming from a traffic stop
Sylacauga - A 48-year-old Sylacauga woman, Sabrina Nicole Sanders, is facing multiple felony charges following a traffic stop that authorities say led to the discovery of methamphetamine both at the scene and later inside the Talladega County Jail. According to Talladega County Drug and Violent Crime Task Force Commander Mike Roberson, officers were monitoring a… Continue reading Sylacauga woman arrested on drug charges, stemming from a traffic stop
Domtar to idle Coosa Pines Pulp Mill in May 2026
Coosa Pines - Domtar, a leading North American manufacturer of diversified forest products, today announced it will indefinitely idle operations at its Coosa Pines, Alabama, fluff pulp mill in May 2026. The Coosa Pines mill has been challenged by difficult market conditions, as well as its aged assets, resulting in high costs of maintaining and… Continue reading Domtar to idle Coosa Pines Pulp Mill in May 2026
Gov. Ivey commutes sentence of Talladega County death row inmate
Talladega - Governor Kay Ivey this week announced that she has commuted the death sentence of Charles L. Burton to life in prison with no chance of parole. Mr. Burton was convicted and sentenced to death for the 1991 capital murder of Doug Battle in Talladega, Alabama. As required by law, the governor first reached… Continue reading Gov. Ivey commutes sentence of Talladega County death row inmate
Oak Grove Council rejects donation of property
Oak Grove - With Resolution #647 on their agenda to accept the donation and transfer of real property from the Spring Creek Homeowners Association, the Council instead followed the advise of their City Attorney to reject the offer. “ Even if it were legal for us to accept a road that doesn’t meet legal standards… Continue reading Oak Grove Council rejects donation of property
Education & support series for diabetics starts this week from the Extension Service
Talladega - With diabetes reported at epidemic levels across the country, the Talladega County office of the Alabama Extension Service is addressing the problem, putting together a free education and support series of programs for individuals dianosed with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Weekly classes start March 12, 2026! Make sure you are… Continue reading Education & support series for diabetics starts this week from the Extension Service
Chamber Student Diplomat Program applications will be accepted through March 7th
Sylacauga - The Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for their Student Diplomat Program through March 7th. The Sylacauga Chamber Student Diplomat Program is an incredible opportunity to grow in leadership, professionalism, and community involvement. Diplomats connect with local businesses, serve at Chamber events, and gain real-world experience that looks amazing on college and… Continue reading Chamber Student Diplomat Program applications will be accepted through March 7th
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