Read the accounts of the meeting &/or watch the meeting video below. NOTE: the pre-meeting presentation by WHP is included after the meeting video. Childersburg - Acting as the CLRA, the Childersburg Council voted to surplus 1,337.10-acres in the Industrial Park to Old Town #109, LLS, as described in the Purchase Sale Agreement, Resolution 2025-26.… Continue reading Childersburg Council makes way for 1G data center project
St. Clair County train derailment update
Springville - Springville police and Norfolk Southern railroad officials have provided an update in regards to the train derailment that happened last week. While repair work continues on the affected tracks, trains traveling through the city will be moving at a reduced rate of speed as repair work to the tracks is still being completed… Continue reading St. Clair County train derailment update
ALPR technology leads to men suspected of posing as law enforcement to rob an Auburn home
Auburn - Two men accused of posing as law enforcement officers to rob an Auburn home have been arrested thousands of miles away, thanks to Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology to identify the suspects’ vehicle and confirm their movement out of Alabama. Early on September 3rd, Auburn police were called to an East University… Continue reading ALPR technology leads to men suspected of posing as law enforcement to rob an Auburn home
Sylacauga Police announce a 4-Way Stop at W. Spring Street & S. Anniston Avenue
Sylacauga - The Sylacauga Police Department has issued a public notification that the intersection of West Spring Street and South Anniston Avenue near CVMC is now a 4-Way Stop. This change has been made to help improve traffic safety and provide a safer environment for everyone traveling through this area of town. SPD asks all… Continue reading Sylacauga Police announce a 4-Way Stop at W. Spring Street & S. Anniston Avenue
Sylacauga man dies in Coosa County motorcycle crash
Coosa County - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has released information that a Sylacauga man died Thursday evening after his motorcycle left the roadway and hit a tree in Coosa County. 58-year-old Charles E. Kelley, Jr. was operating a 2009 Suzuki C50K9 Boulevard motorcycle on Coosa County 29 when the crash happened at about 5:30… Continue reading Sylacauga man dies in Coosa County motorcycle crash
Country star Brantley Gilbert will headline infield concert during YellaWood 500 race weekend at the Talladega Superspeedway
Lincoln - Talladega Superspeedway announced that multi-platinum Georgia native, Brantley Gilbert will perform as part of the weekend’s “The Chase” triple-header during YellaWood 500 race weekend in October. It will be part of the Saturday night infield concert, bringing a major country music act to the track ahead of Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series showdown. According… Continue reading Country star Brantley Gilbert will headline infield concert during YellaWood 500 race weekend at the Talladega Superspeedway
A Legacy of Leadership: Dr. Michele Eller announces retirement after more than 28 Years in Education
Sylacauga - After more than 28 years dedicated to serving students, educators, families, and communities, Dr. Michele Eller is beginning a new chapter as she announces her retirement from public education effective February 1, 2027. Eller’s career has been defined by a commitment to students, a belief in the power of relationships, and a determination… Continue reading A Legacy of Leadership: Dr. Michele Eller announces retirement after more than 28 Years in Education
Sylacauga Businesses are finalists for state small business awards
Sylacauga - Congratulations to two Sylacauga businesses for being selected as finalists for the 2026 Alabama Small Business Awards. From emerging businesses to established companies with up to 100 employees, this year’s finalists represent small businesses making an impact in communities across Alabama. Sylacauga has two businesses as finalists in the following categories:Emerging Business- Wharf… Continue reading Sylacauga Businesses are finalists for state small business awards
Introducing the Leadership Sylacauga Class of 2027
Sylacauga - The 2027 Leadership Sylacauga class session kicked off recently. This is a great group of community leaders who will spend the next 10 months learning about our community and how to implement leadership skills in each area of their lives. Pictured are class members: Brittany Benson, Radney-Smith Funeral Home; Greer Wright Bisignani, City… Continue reading Introducing the Leadership Sylacauga Class of 2027
Ride to the Rescue returns Oct. 10th & 24th
Childersburg - The Childersburg Rescue Squad’s “Ride to the Rescue” fund-raising events are set for Saturday, October 10th in Childersburg, followed by a ride in Lllian to weekend later. Jim Dennis, who heads up the events as the Captain of the local rescue squad said that safety is a priority for the event’s riders, “We… Continue reading Ride to the Rescue returns Oct. 10th & 24th
