Author: Michael Brannon
Stay at home order will not be lifted before April 30
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - In a press conference Tuesday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced the current stay at home order will not be lifted early.
[WATCH] From one small business to another, the message is loud and clear: “support local”
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - During this unprecedented time, we have witnessed so much good from so many people...from so many different perspectives, businesses, and walks of life.
How to make a homemade mask with just two items
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - If you must get out for necessary supplies, you can make a homemade facemask with just two simple items: rubber bands and a piece of cloth.
RadioAlabama's Michael Brannon shows you how in this 40-second video.
The CDC recently advocated the wearing of... Read More.
[POLL] Could Publix be coming to Sylacauga?
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the Sylacauga City Council last week approved a memorandum of understanding relating to financial incentives for acquisition and development of a major new commercial/retail project. Today, we are learning more about what its approval could ultimately... Read More.
SCS Superintendent releases statement on continued learning options
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Sylacauga City Schools superintendent Dr. Jon Segars released a statement Sunday afternoon regarding continued learning while school is still closed.
The complete press release is below:
While the Alabama State Department of Education weighs options for continuing academics this year, Sylacauga City Schools builds contingency plans for all possibilities.
Superintendent Jon Segars stated, “Our teachers continue to make contact with students through multiple means to offer learning opportunities throughout the break. Online activities are always available to our families, and principals are busy providing virtual and printed materials to those who need them. Furthermore, teachers and administrators are ready to help families learn how to use our many resources."
Students are scheduled to return to class on Monday, April 6, and we expect academic guidance from the State Department of Education by the end of March. Until plans are released, we encourage students and families to maintain contact with teachers, principals, and our central office staff for detailed information on how to access resources.
Please continue to refer to our website for information. There you can submit questions using this form and answers to submitted questions will be posted on a newly created Q&A webpage.
Sylacauga City Schools closing early Monday
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - In a statement just before 10:30 Monday morning, Sylacauga City Schools announced it will be dismissing early.
Sylacauga’s Big Lots closes due to city-issued ‘stop work order’
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Owners of the Big Lots property in Sylacauga have been ordered to "cease and desist all work being done."
SylacaugaNews.com Super Tuesday results are here
SUMMARY REPORT TALLADEGA COUNTY UNOFFICIAL
RUN DATE:03/03/20 PRIMARY ELECTION
RUN TIME:08:49 PM MARCH 3, 2020
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[WATCH] Council tabs Nathan Osgood as next fire chief of Sylacauga
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - After nearly a month, the Sylacauga City Council voted on Tuesday night to name Nathan Osgood as the next fire chief of the Marble City.
"Fortunately, I've had a lot of predecessors and role models that have prepared me well for this... Read More.
Accident involving Talladega Co. school bus leaves one dead
MUNFORD, Ala. - A school bus traveling north on Hwy. 21 struck a car leaving the driver of the vehicle dead Monday morning.
Sylacauga City Council approves preliminary design of new community and recreation center
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - A new community and recreation center could be on the horizon for the City of Sylacauga.
