Lee Perryman, Author at Sylacauga News

GUEST COLUMN: Michael Adair – “Why not?”

Thursday, September 6 by Lee Perryman

I suggested to a recent college graduate asking for career and life advice that he move his new bride to Sylacauga and start a family here. Some would ask, “Why?” I always answer, “Why not?” Then, I offer to explain. Yes, I was born and... Read More.

[DEVELOPING BREAKING NEWS] Victim identified after early Thursday morning shooting death in Sylacauga

Thursday, August 30 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Police are investigating an early morning shooting at AOC Food Mart on Highway 21 North in Sylacauga.

Decision time approaches; review Sample Ballots for June 5 Primaries

Monday, July 9 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. -- Yes, it's election season, and the first race is almost over, with registered voters expected to make many decisions in just a week. For contested races, Democrats and Republicans will vote on June 5, with any necessary party run-offs on July... Read More.

GUEST COLUMN: Home Stretch: Primary runoffs near finish line.

Monday, July 9 by Lee Perryman

By Todd Stacy If you’re tired of the onslaught of political campaign ads on television, over the radio, in the mail, and even to your cell phone, there’s good news: the end is near. There’s only one more week until the July 17 primary runoff elections... Read More.

Sylacauga Police Department arrests two for Dirt Cheap burglary

Thursday, July 5 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Sarah Michelle Allred and Lebronski Martitis Fuller were arrested on Monday after officers from the Sylacauga Police Department responded to a call from the new Dirt Cheap on West Fort Williams St. Approximately $700 worth of merchandise was reportedly taken, and most... Read More.

Sylacauga Police investigating robbery at O’Reilly Auto Parts

Thursday, July 5 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga Police Department is investigating a Tuesday, July 3, robbery at O'Reilly Auto Parts on W. Fort Williams St. and asking for help identifying the person responsible. At around 9:30 p.m., a black male reportedly entered the business waving a hand... Read More.

Childersburg City Council Proposed Agenda – July 3, 2018

Tuesday, July 3 by Lee Perryman

CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - The Childersburg City Council will hold its second meeting of the month on Tuesday, July 3. The following items are under new business: Ordinance 1104: Canvas results for the Special Municipal Election held on June 26, 2018, for the consideration for Sunday... Read More.

Drowning victim’s body recovered on Lay Lake

Monday, July 2 by Lee Perryman

CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - A drowning was confirmed on Lay Lake when the body of a male, reportedly in his 50s, was found early Monday morning. According to search and rescue team members, the man had been boating over the weekend and disappeared when swimming.... Read More.

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

Monday, July 2 by Lee Perryman

By Todd Stacy The 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.

Former Sylacaugan Steve Phillips loses cancer battle

Sunday, July 1 by Lee Perryman

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Steve Phillips passed away this morning after a 20-month battle with brain cancer. A graduate of Sylacauga High School and the University of Alabama, Phillips started his broadcast career at WMLS-AM (now WYEA-AM) in Sylacauga. While earning a communications degree in Tuscaloosa,... Read More.

98.3 Fox FM more than doubles power; moves to HD Radio transmission with additional digital channels

Friday, June 15 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Federal Communications Commission has approved a more than doubling of power for 98.3 Fox FM, making it the region’s strongest commercial radio station. This significant primary coverage area expansion builds on the station's recent digital upgrades. Since May, WFXO-FM has... Read More.

“Alexa, play RadioAlabama!”

Wednesday, May 30 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. -- A new Alexa "skill" now allow users of Amazon Echo devices and Alexa-enabled speakers in their homes and offices to engage with RadioAlabama's live radio station streams. Smart speakers, controlled by voice commands, have invaded bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, and offices, and... Read More.

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