Alabama communities awarded nearly $17 million to provide broadband services
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $17 million to help provide broadband services in primarily rural, unserved areas of Alabama.
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Alabama Department of Senior Services warns of new COVID-19 survey scam
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Senior Services has received reports of a new COVID-19 vaccine email scam where people are asked to complete a survey. The survey offers a “free reward,” but asks people to pay a nominal fee “to cover shipping.”
First Responder of the Month (May 2021) – Chris Rogers
This month's First Responder of the Month is Chris Rogers of the Talladega County Sheriffs Office. Rogers is assigned to the Drug Task Force. He has been awarded several honors in this role. On November 14, 2019, he rescued his best friend and coworker... Read More.
Colonial Pipeline shutdown; how will this affect gas prices?
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Alabama and other state across the Southeast are experiencing the effects of the Colonial Pipeline shutdown.
18-year-old from Sylacauga killed in single-car crash in Warrior
WARRIOR, Ala. - An 18-year-old was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Warrior on Monday.
SPD investigating rash number of car break-ins across the city
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - In the month of May, Sylacauga Police Department has received many reports of car break-ins throughout the city.
Governor Kay Ivey announces end of participation in all federal pandemic unemployment compensation programs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey announced on Monday that Alabama will end its participation in all federally funded pandemic unemployment compensation programs effective June 19, 2021 including:
Talladega Superspeedway joining the race to end COVID-19
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On Saturday, May 15, join the race to end COVID-19 by getting your free COVID-19 test and/or vaccine and then enjoying the exclusive opportunity to drive around the world-famous Talladega Superspeedway. The event is sponsored by the Talladega Superspeedway, the Alabama... Read More.
[WATCH] Behind the Headlines, weekly SylacaugaNews.com podcast – Episode 30: Adam Fossett – B.B. Comer Football
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Go beyond the news and get the real story.
State of Alabama COVID-19 update
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – COVID-19 numbers are increasing throughout some parts of Alabama.
Alabama House approves medical marijuana bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday approved a medical marijuana bill that would allow registered patients with qualifying conditions to safely access and use medical cannabis.
Governor Kay Ivey signs Teacher Excellence and Accountability for Mathematics and Sciences (TEAMS) salary schedule program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed into law the Teacher Excellence and Accountability for Mathematics and Science (TEAMS) Salary Schedule Program, an aggressive piece of legislation to combat the estimated 3,000 unfilled math and science teacher positions in 6-12 grade classrooms... Read More.
