Law enforcement agencies conduct excavation in Talladega County linked to open investigation
LINCOLN, Ala. - A major law enforcement excavation is underway on Wolf Pond Rd. in Talladega County, between Lincoln and Pell City.
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Suspected explosives prompt Ashland motel evacuation; drugs, illegal alcohol discovered
ASHLAND, Ala - An investigation into suspicious activity at an Ashland motel prompted authorities to believe explosives might be present at the site. No explosives were found, but a local man was arrested on multiple charges.
Three Sylacauga area students attend Huntingdon Economic Development Scholars Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Rising high school seniors Abba Crumpton of Fayetteville High School, Allaster Hay of B.B. Comer High School, and Hayden Hubbard of Sylacauga High School were among 23 students representing 17 Alabama Chambers of Commerce who attended the seventh annual Huntingdon College... Read More.
Childersburg First Methodist Church hosted a Community Block Party on Saturday, July 18
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - Childersburg First Methodist Church hosted a fun-filled day with the community on Saturday, July 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 603 4th St. SW.
Central Alabama Community College launches AI Microcredential course for Fall 2026
ALEXANDER CITY, Ala. - Central Alabama Community College is expanding its workforce training offerings with a new Artificial Intelligence Microcredential course scheduled for the Fall 2026 semester.
Beth Yates Park reopens in Sylacauga following renovations
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Sylacauga Parks and Recreation reopened Beth Yates Park on Thursday, July 16 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony following months of renovations that included new handicap-accessible playground equipment, shaded landscaping, and interactive signage.
Oak Grove Town Council accepting bids for $314,883 street paving project
OAK GROVE, Ala. - Mayor Tony White updated the Oak Grove Town Council this week on bids for the town's next street paving project. The town is currently accepting bids for the project, which has a pre-bid estimated cost of $314,883.
[LISTEN] Kenleigh McArthur reflects on accomplished career, Coastal Alabama commitment ahead of senior season
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Fayetteville High School senior volleyball standout Kenleigh McArthur reflected on her decorated career and looked ahead to her final season during a Thursday, July 16 appearance on “McCurley in the Morning.”
B.B. Comer Memorial Library to host Summer Reading ice cream party, Ravin Hand Hygiene Tour
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The B.B. Comer Memorial Library will celebrate the conclusion of its Summer Reading Program with a family-friendly ice cream party from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 23 in the Hightower Room.
King’s Home Thrift Store to open third Central Alabama location in Sylacauga
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - King’s Home Thrift Store will expand its footprint in Central Alabama with the opening of a new location in Sylacauga next month, bringing bargain shopping opportunities while supporting services for abused women and children.
Bama CHAOS to host youth basketball camp at Pinecrest Elementary on Sunday, July 19
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Bama CHAOS will host a youth basketball camp at Pinecrest Elementary School on Sunday, July 19, giving young athletes an opportunity to develop their skills through focused instruction and competitive drills.
Vendor registration underway for Aug. 29’s “Childersburg Trade Days”
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - The Childersburg Area Chamber of Commerce has opened vendor registration for "Childersburg Trade Days," scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 29 at John Cox Stadium.
