Michael Brannon, Author at Sylacauga News

Childersburg celebrates Natural Gas Public Awareness Month

Tuesday, October 4 by Michael Brannon

CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - Childersburg Water Works, Sewer & Gas Board celebrates Natural Gas Public Awareness Month by inviting the public to its annual Public Awareness Day at its office tomorrow, Wednesday, October 5. The fun-filled event will educate people about the use of natural gas... Read More.

Sylacauga City Schools superintendent issues update on status of SHS

Tuesday, October 4 by Michael Brannon

The following press release was issued at 4:02 p.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2016: Dr. Todd Freeman, Superintendent of Sylacauga City Schools, released the following message this afternoon: “Sylacauga High School held classes on a normal schedule today. The school day went without disruption. As I... Read More.

Ribbons of Hope gears up for largest annual fundraiser

Tuesday, October 4 by Michael Brannon

The Ribbons of Hope Foundation is gearing up for its next big event – the 10th annual auction. It is scheduled for Saturday, October 15th at Timber Ridge. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. with brunch served until 12:30 p.m. Live auction will begin at... Read More.

Municipal run-offs underway in Sylacauga

Tuesday, October 4 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Today is election day – municipal run-offs in Sylacauga, Childersburg, and other local cities and towns. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Please exercise your right to vote for mayor and undecided city council positions. Keep up with Sylacauga area news... Read More.

Jim Heigl and Bryan Taunton approach Tuesday run-off election

Monday, October 3 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - While four out of the five city council seats are being contested in run-offs, another race is underway for Mayor of Sylacauga. Bryan Taunton and Jim Heigl are in a run-off for the mayoral seat, and everyone is talking about the race. Everyone... Read More.

Sylacauga City Schools superintendent comments on new incident at SHS

Monday, October 3 by Michael Brannon

The following press release was issued at 5:15 p.m. Monday, October 3, 2016: Dr. Todd Freeman, Superintendent of Sylacauga City Schools, released the following message today: “This afternoon I was made aware of an incident on the campus of Sylacauga High School. I am investigating... Read More.

Alabama Municipal Electric Authority offering college scholarships for local students

Monday, October 3 by Michael Brannon

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Municipal Electric Authority has announced its 2017 scholarship program for students in member cities, including those served by the Sylacauga Utilities Board. This year, AMEA and its members will make forty-four, $2,500 scholarships available equating to four scholarships per member... Read More.

Fish for a cause at historic Kymulga Grist Mill

Monday, October 3 by Michael Brannon

CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - The Childersburg Kymulga Grist Mill & Park will be hosting its annual Fall Fish Fry fund-raiser on Sunday, October 9th from 10:30 a.m. to 2: 00 p.m. "Come and have a great meal at our Fall Fish Fry," said Ron Smith. "At... Read More.

Sylacauga City Schools seek substitute nurses

Monday, October 3 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga City School System is currently taking applications for LPN’s to join its team as substitute school nurses. School nurses treat everything from abrasions and bruises to chronic conditions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to caring for students who get... Read More.

South Alabama knocks off No. 19 San Diego State, 42-24

Saturday, October 1 by Michael Brannon

MOBILE, Ala. - The South Alabama Jaguars defeated Mississippi State, 21-20, during the first game of the year – the first SEC opponent the young Jaguars program has defeated. Last weekend, an exciting 41-40 overtime win over Nicholls. It's safe to say South Alabama has momentum. Saturday... Read More.

Community answers call to aid injured Childersburg police officer

Friday, September 30 by Michael Brannon

CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - Childersburg Police Lt. Kevin Kirk was wounded in the line of duty on September 16 in pursuit of a suspect in the fatal shooting of a young woman. Although improving after being shot in the foot, Kirk faces a long recovery... Read More.

Candidates make final sales pitch at Sylacauga run-off election forum

Thursday, September 29 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Ten candidates vying for positions on Sylacauga's City Council and mayoral seat had their chance to make one last plea for votes at the J. Craig Smith Community Center Thursday evening. More than 150 attended the media-hosted event showing their respective support and... Read More.

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Author: Michael Brannon

Childersburg celebrates Natural Gas Public Awareness Month

Sylacauga City Schools superintendent issues update on status of SHS

Ribbons of Hope gears up for largest annual fundraiser

Municipal run-offs underway in Sylacauga

Jim Heigl and Bryan Taunton approach Tuesday run-off election

Sylacauga City Schools superintendent comments on new incident at SHS

Alabama Municipal Electric Authority offering college scholarships for local students

Fish for a cause at historic Kymulga Grist Mill

Sylacauga City Schools seek substitute nurses

South Alabama knocks off No. 19 San Diego State, 42-24

Community answers call to aid injured Childersburg police officer

Candidates make final sales pitch at Sylacauga run-off election forum

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