Jeremy Law, Author at Sylacauga News

How you can prepare for Severe Weather Tax Free Weekend

Tuesday, February 7 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The South normally has to wait for Winter to turn to Spring for the normal waves of severe weather to hit. But warmer temperatures earlier in the year seem to have jump-started that process. Being prepared for severe weather is very important.... Read More.

Two women arrested for credit card fraud

Monday, February 6 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Out of all the possessions that can be stolen from you, one of the last items that comes to mind is your identity. Identity theft is the fastest growing white-collar crime in the United States according to the FBI and that... Read More.

Winterboro sends three to Division I football programs

Wednesday, February 1 by Jeremy Law

WINTERBORO, Ala. - If you drive too fast down Hwy. 21 between Sylacauga and Talladega, Winterboro High School probably goes unnoticed. It peacefully and quietly sits off to the side as cars buzz busily up and down the state road. Wednesday morning that narrative changed... Read More.

Members of SylacaugaNews.com staff speak to local students

Tuesday, January 31 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Nichols-Lawson Middle School career tech teacher Brett Fleaman regularly welcomes professionals from many fields of expertise into her classes in hopes of giving her students a glimpse of possible future career choices. According to Fleaman, presentations from professionals are essential to her... Read More.

Fox sighting reported in downtown Sylacauga

Monday, January 30 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - A large fox was reported roaming the streets of downtown Sylacauga just after noon on Monday. Bystanders said the fox walked the sidewalks of Broadway Ave. for approximately 30 minutes without engaging in any human contact. They say it simply paced back... Read More.

Sylacauga’s Lou Belle’s temporarily closing for renovations

Sunday, January 29 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Lou Belle's Clothing and Accessories has closed its doors in downtown Sylacauga, but only for a few weeks. Owner of the boutique Linda Chandler told SylacaugaNews.com she has planned on remodeling the store for the last two months after spending seven years... Read More.

Two-vehicle crash in Sylacauga sends one to hospital

Friday, January 27 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle crash at Motes Rd. and Hwy. 21 on Friday afternoon. The accident involved four individuals, two in a white Toyota Camry and two in a red Volkswagen Passat. Sylacauga Police said the accident occurred after the Passat... Read More.

[VIDEO] Local students display accomplishments at Lunch and Learn Expo

Thursday, January 26 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Many in the community came out to support the Lunch and Learn Expo sponsored by the Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce on Thursday at the Sylacauga Board of Education Building. Chamber Marketing Director Laura Strickland told SylacaugaNews.com the chamber tries to host one... Read More.

Lunch and Learn Expo to be held Thursday at Sylacauga Board of Education

Wednesday, January 25 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Sylacauga City Schools Superintendent Todd Freeman and Talladega County Superintendent Suzanne Lacey are set to give their State of the Schools Address on Thursday at the Lunch and Learn Expo presented by the Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce. This will not be a normal... Read More.

Habitat for Humanity set to dedicate local home on Sunday

Wednesday, January 25 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The non-profit Christian organization Habitat for Humanity (HFH) is gearing up to dedicate another home to a deserving member of the community. Since its inception in 1997, HFH has placed 12 families in new homes in the Sylacauga and Childersburg area. The... Read More.

[VIDEO] Abandoned home catches fire for second time in Sylacauga

Monday, January 23 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Monday afternoon the Sylacauga Fire Department was called to a house fire at 203 Avondale Ave. SFD arrived to the scene in a matter of minutes but not before a significant amount of damage was done to the abandoned home. Neighbor Rodney... Read More.

Talladega College President visits White House after band’s performance in Inaugural Parade