Michael Brannon, Author at Sylacauga News

Historic Marker Series: Hightower Brothers Livery Stable

Thursday, February 9 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The Hightower Brothers Livery Stable lies in the heart of downtown Sylacauga on Norton Avenue. Being the first historic marker in the Sylacauga city limits of the SylacaugaNews.com Historic Marker series, this historic location is now owned by Blue Bell Creameries.The... Read More.

Sylacauga City Council approves 5% pay increase for interim fire chief; hears from EARPDC

Tuesday, February 7 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Tuesday night, the Sylacauga City Council approved a 5% pay increase for interim fire chief Lt. Adam Gardner. Gardner takes the place of Jon Williams who retired last month.Mayor Jim Heigl said the Civil Service Board has approved two applicants of... Read More.

A Day in the life of Veterinarian Dr. Mike Ivey

Monday, February 6 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Dogs, cats, and all types of creatures bring humans joy on a daily basis. Unfortunately, man's best friend cannot always be energetic and cheerful. Our animals can suffer from illnesses and health issues that can result in a visit to the... Read More.

Feature: B.B. Comer High School

Monday, February 6 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Across the railroad tracks from Avondale Mills, lies a local county school B.B. Comer. From the looks of the building, one could assume that school was relatively new. However, the history that represents the school goes much deeper than the modern... Read More.

Sycamore residents taking litter patrol into their own hands

Friday, February 3 by Michael Brannon

SYCAMORE, Ala. - Picking up roadside litter has long been a passion for Sycamore residents Leon Carpenter and Ellen Turner.“It's time to take a stand,” said Carpenter. “And that's why we're making our rounds to every community in South Talladega County enlisting the help... Read More.

The fox has seen its shadow

Thursday, February 2 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The fox recently spotted in downtown Sylacauga has seen its shadow.What does that mean? We're glad you asked.It means six more weeks (and then some) of "the Greatest Hits of All Time" on the all new 98.3 Fox FM.If you see... Read More.

A brief history of Black History Month

Wednesday, February 1 by Michael Brannon

UNITED STATES - Booker T. Washington was a man with a vision. Martin Luther King was a human with a dream. Rosa Parks was a women with courage. Today, Feb. 1, represents the beginning of a month of celebration of the African-American men and... Read More.

Sylacauga Show Choir previews upcoming competition show

Wednesday, February 1 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA - Powerful voices and dazzling outfits consumed the Sylacauga High School auditorium stage as the Sylacauga High School 'Signature' Show Choir as it presented a preview of its competition show titled “Rise” last weekThe thirty-five student show choir directed by Mr. Martez Tidwell performed... Read More.

SPD: Missing Sylacauga teen found

Wednesday, January 25 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Seventeen year-old Destiny Cooper was safely found Wednesday night by officers of the Sylacauga Police Department. She was last seen on Jan. 4 by her family.On a Facebook post from Wednesday morning, the Sylacauga Police Department asked for the public's... Read More.

SHS senior Levi Parker receives national scholarship

Thursday, January 19 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Sylacauga High School Senior, Levi Parker, has been selected as a 2017 Horatio Alger National Scholar. Out of more than 40,000 applicants, he is one of only 106 chosen across the United States and only one out of two in the... Read More.

Renovations at Dr. Rick Redmond Family Dentistry

Tuesday, January 17 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - To add to the list of new or renovated Sylacauga business facilities, Rick Redmond Family Dentistry recently underwent a major renovation project. These extensive renovations include a new roof, exterior paint job, interior painting, new windows, renovated front door, improved waiting room lighting, and new... Read More.

Pizza and Pint restaurant opening in Sylacauga

Monday, January 16 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Looking for a new restaurant in the Sylacauga area? Coming this March, Pizza and Pint is expected to open its doors. Located in the heart of downtown Sylacauga on Broadway Avenue, Pizza and Pint will be serving pizza with a small sandwich... Read More.

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