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EDITORIAL: Strong work ethic & clean digital footprint are keys to success in the modern workplace

Thursday, September 6 by Michael Brannon

RadioAlabama prides itself on honesty, integrity, maintaining a strong ethical standard with advertisers, and in journalistic endeavors on air and online.Recently, we encountered a situation with a now former employee regarding vulgar language and unprofessional social media comments contrary to written policy. For... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Michael C. Threatt’s Blog, July 2018 – “What does the Housing Authority of Tomorrow look like?”

Thursday, September 6 by Jeremy Law

Effective, today, July 31, 2018, all Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) nationwide are required to be Smoke-Free. I would like to introduce myself to the Sylacauga News community. My name is Michael C. Threatt and I am the new Executive Director/ CEO of the Sylacauga... Read More.

GUEST COLUMN: As Supreme Court drama unfolds, Alabama plays its part.

Monday, July 2 by Lee Perryman

By Todd StacyThe biggest story in the political world right now is President Donald Trump’s impending appointment to the U.S. Supreme Court. And, like most big political stories, Alabama is right in the middle of it.Justice Anthony Kennedy’s announcement last week that he will... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Broadcasters designated as “First Responders”

Thursday, March 29 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - When Congress passed the Omnibus Appropriations Act last week, it recognized the critical role that radio and television stations play during times of crisis. And that's especially good news.The bill, signed by President Trump on March 23, officially designed broadcasters as... Read More.

Remembering Jim Nabors

Tuesday, December 5 by Lee Perryman

I can’t remember not knowing Jim Nabors.My mother, only four years older, taught him in one of her first years at Sylacauga High School. His sister Ruth was head of nursing at Sylacauga Hospital, where my dad was administrator.My dad enjoyed driving – long,... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Dr. Todd Freeman’s Blog, November 2017 — “Thankful in all things”

Tuesday, November 28 by Lee Perryman

Watching the news each day usually evokes emotions like shock, anger, or anxiety. Crime never ends but only gets a little closer to our doorstep. Sickness seems to be lurking around every corner and among our family and friends. Natural disasters are more common... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Dr. Todd Freeman’s Blog, October 2017 — “Lowering the barriers, not the bar”

Monday, October 23 by Lee Perryman

I was blessed to have recovered from fracturing my skull playing baseball during the summer before my 2nd grade year. The experience ignited my curiosity and convinced me that I wanted to be a neurosurgeon. While I did not choose that as a career,... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Dr. Todd Freeman’s Blog, September 2017 – “What is the hurry?”

Monday, September 25 by Lee Perryman

If you travel through Sylacauga frequently, sooner or later you have the opportunity to wait for a train to cross through town. I consider it a timeout because I try to use it as a time to read, reflect, sing, or catch up on... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Managing Editor Michael Brannon celebrates one year anniversary at RadioAlabama

Tuesday, August 15 by Michael Brannon

It really does seem like just yesterday, I started here at RadioAlabama. At that time, it was called Marble City Media.Wow.Just saying that makes me realize how much our company has flourished in one short year.A little more than a year ago, I left... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Dr. Todd Freeman’s Blog, August 2017 – “Redefining Ready”

Thursday, August 3 by Lee Perryman

Recently, the Boston Globe ran an article that described a different approach from several private universities on criteria used for admitting students. The plan is to eliminate grades on transcripts and scores on standardized tests as the primary reason for admissions to their university.... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Dr. Todd Freeman’s Blog, May 2017 – “A month of citizenship lessons for graduates”

Thursday, May 18 by Lee Perryman

May is a busy month, filled with graduation exercises for children of all ages. We also celebrate moms, appreciate the impact of teachers, and memorialize the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. These special people teach us the values of selflessness... Read More.

EDITORIAL: Dr. Todd Freeman’s Blog, April 2017 – “Community (grass) roots”

Tuesday, April 25 by Lee Perryman

“It takes a village to raise a child,” says an African proverb. The town where I was raised always beckons fond memories of the village that impacted my life. Teachers, coaches, ministers, bosses, town leaders are a few that come to mind. They were... Read More.

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