Talladega - If you’re new to farming or ranching, or even interested in them, Monday, April 20th is an important deadline - You need to register fr an important and informative “Lunch & Learn” from the Talladega County Extension Office. That gathering is where you’ll connect with local agricultural agencies and learn about valuable resources… Continue reading Today is an important deadline for those looking to become farmers or ranchers
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There’s a pair of Chamber Coffee events on Tuesday (4/14)
Childersburg & Talladega - There is a pair of Chamber of Commerce Coffee events scheduled in the region, both starting at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14th. The Childersburg Area Chamber Coffee will be a community networking gathering at Fayetteville High School. The Greater Talladega County Chamber event will be hosted by the Talladega County… Continue reading There’s a pair of Chamber Coffee events on Tuesday (4/14)
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
Former International Motorsports Hall of Fame officials indicted
TALLADEGA, Ala. - Court records reveal details of indictments involving two former officials with the International Motorsports Hall of Fame (IMHOF) in Talladega. A Talladega County grand jury has indicted former executive director Mike Raita and former accounts manager Karen Lakey, both on charges of Use of Official Position or Office for Personal Gain. 67-year-old… Continue reading Former International Motorsports Hall of Fame officials indicted
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
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
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
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
A low water pressure advisory issued in Talladega over the weekend has been resolved
Talladega - Residents were asked over the weekend to avoid excessive water usage in Talladega, after the City issued a low water pressure advisory due to low pressure from an unidentified leak in the water distribution system. It took more than a full day, but water is back to its normal flow now. The City… Continue reading A low water pressure advisory issued in Talladega over the weekend has been resolved
Talladega College presents four days of making history with the Investiture of Dr. Willie Todd
Talladega - Talladega College is celebrating the investiture of Dr. Willie Todd, the twenty-second president of Alabama’s oldest historically black college with four days of special events, starting Thursday, Feb. 19th. The festivities will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 19, with a welcome reception and a benefit silent auction at the William R.… Continue reading Talladega College presents four days of making history with the Investiture of Dr. Willie Todd