Alabama - As National Bicycle and Motorcycle Safety Month kicks off in May, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is joining the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind all road users that safety is a shared responsibility, whether you’re driving a car or riding on two wheels. Bicycles are legally considered vehicles in… Continue reading ALEA Urges Alabamians to Share the Road During National Bicycle & Motorcycle Safety Month
Category: Tallapoosa County
Man killed in Tallapoosa County crash
Alexander City - An Alexander City man, 29-year-old William D. Hatcher, was fatally injured in a Saturday morning crash in Tallapoosa County. State Troopers say that the single-vehicle crash happened shortly after 11:00 a.m. on Coley Creek Road near Coley Creek Drive, about two miles south of Alexander City. Hatcher was pronounced dead at the… Continue reading Man killed in Tallapoosa County crash
Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force arrests 3 in drug bust
Alexander City - Three people were arrested after agents from the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force searched a home on Henry Street in Alexander City. According to the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force investigators found about three ounces of marijuana, oxycodone pills, tramadol pills, alprazolam pills, other prescription medications, four guns and a 2020 BMW… Continue reading Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force arrests 3 in drug bust
Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive is Saturday, May 9th
Alabama - Each year, letter carriers across the country head out on their routes on the second Saturday in May to collect donations of non-perishable food items to benefit local food pantries. Since launching in 1993, the National Association of Letter Carriers’ annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has grown into the nation’s largest one-day… Continue reading Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive is Saturday, May 9th
Crimestoppers names Alexander Police Department Officer of the Year
Alexander City - CrimeStoppers has awarded Detective Brian Culligan as the 2025 Alexander City Police Department Crimestoppers Officer of the Year, recognizing his exceptional service and commitment to justice. With over 16 years in law enforcement, Detective Culligan began his career with the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Office before joining Alex City PD as a patrol… Continue reading Crimestoppers names Alexander Police Department Officer of the Year
New ‘AVAP’ App Enhances Crime Victims’ Access to Vital Services
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
Alexander City leader Ben Russell dies, leaving Lake Martin legacy
Alexander City - Benjamin Russell, chairman of the board at Russell Lands, Inc., has died.Russell Lands announced his passing April 23. Russell was a lifelong Alexander City resident whose work shaped Lake Martin and the surrounding area. He led Russell Lands for more than 50 years, turning a small company focused on cabin maintenance and… Continue reading Alexander City leader Ben Russell dies, leaving Lake Martin legacy
Another series of Drug Busts were made since Friday in Tallapoosa County
Tallapoosa County - There was another series of of drug busts Friday into the early morning hours Saturday in Tallapoosa County from the Sheriff’s Department, Jackson’s Gap and Alexander City Police Departments; Six individuals - three men and three women are facing charges of Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substances; Unlawful Possession Marijuana 1st Degree, along… Continue reading Another series of Drug Busts were made since Friday in Tallapoosa County
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
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