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FLASHBACK: “Spirit of Sylacauga”

Friday, March 24 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Who knew there was once a military plane named the Spirit of Sylacauga?In an October 21, 1943, newspaper photo, Mrs. Melvin Isbell had just christened the new bomber at the Bechtel, McCone & Parsons Airplane Modification Center in Birmingham. Her... 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.

Habitat for Humanity set to dedicate local home on Sunday

Wednesday, January 25 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The non-profit Christian organization Habitat for Humanity (HFH) is gearing up to dedicate another home to a deserving member of the community.Since its inception in 1997, HFH has placed 12 families in new homes in the Sylacauga and Childersburg area. The... Read More.

City of Talladega hosts send off celebration for TC marching band

Wednesday, January 18 by Jeremy Law

TALLADEGA, Ala. - The normally quiet city of Talladega and Talladega College have been the epicenter of controversy and political news stories over the last month following the college's decision to let its band play in the inauguration of President-elect Donald J. Trump this... 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.

Sylacauga child cancer free after six-month battle

Friday, January 13 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - As of Wednesday morning, five-year old Mollie Ford has a clean bill of health after a six-month battle with kidney cancer.In July 2016, Mollie was spending a hot July day like most kids do, in the front yard on a slip... Read More.

Feature Profile: Sylacauga Mayor Jim Heigl

Tuesday, December 27 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – A member of Sylacauga High School's graduating class of 1958, Jim Heigl's yearbook-documented ambition was "to fly 'Choppers'." Only eight years earlier, James Whitney Heigl moved to Sylacauga when his father took a new job with Kimberly-Clark Corp.As a teenager,... Read More.

Sylacauga Animal Shelter remains haven for abandoned pets

Wednesday, December 21 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Does Sarah McLachlan singing "In the Arms of an Angel" tug at your heartstrings?If you are like most, you might have a soft spot for animals, particularly those in need. If that is you, there are plenty of opportunities for you... Read More.

Magnolias Christmas season booming; set to celebrate 25th anniversary in 2017

Tuesday, December 20 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - For nearly 25 years, Magnolias in downtown Sylacauga has been priding itself in the best gifts and gift wrap around.The southern gift shop is located right in the heart of town on Broadway Ave. Magnolias focuses mainly on selling a wide... Read More.

National American Education Week: Indian Valley Elementary School

Tuesday, December 6 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - When you walk on campus at Indian Valley Elementary School, it hits you: this is where a foundation for education is laid."There are a lot of things we do really well at school," said principal Monte Abner. "One of the things... Read More.

National American Education Week: Nichols-Lawson Middle School

Tuesday, December 6 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Like his counterpart, Pinecrest Elementary School principal Debbie Barnett, Nichols-Lawson Middle School principal Gary Rivers is new to his school. The two dedicated educators switched positions at the beginning of the school year after years in the Sylacauga City School system."We... Read More.

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