20 dead in Alabama during Fourth of July vacation period
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement released disturbing news following its marked travel period for Independence Day travel period.
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Decision time approaches; review Sample Ballots for June 5 Primaries
SYLACAUGA, Ala. -- Yes, it's election season, and the first race is almost over, with registered voters expected to make many decisions in just a week. For contested races, Democrats and Republicans will vote on June 5, with any necessary party run-offs on July... Read More.
Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce executive director completes second year at Institute for Organization Management
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, announced Tuesday that Laura Strickland, Executive Director of the Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce recently completed her second year at Institute for Organization Management, a four-year nonprofit... Read More.
GUEST COLUMN: Home Stretch: Primary runoffs near finish line.
By Todd StacyIf you’re tired of the onslaught of political campaign ads on television, over the radio, in the mail, and even to your cell phone, there’s good news: the end is near.There’s only one more week until the July 17 primary runoff elections... Read More.
Sylacauga 15U Babe Ruth team competing for state title tonight
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga 15U Babe Ruth team will play for a state championship tonight.
Sylacauga Police Department arrests two for Dirt Cheap burglary
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Sarah Michelle Allred and Lebronski Martitis Fuller were arrested on Monday after officers from the Sylacauga Police Department responded to a call from the new Dirt Cheap on West Fort Williams St.Approximately $700 worth of merchandise was reportedly taken, and most... Read More.
Sylacauga Police investigating robbery at O’Reilly Auto Parts
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga Police Department is investigating a Tuesday, July 3, robbery at O'Reilly Auto Parts on W. Fort Williams St. and asking for help identifying the person responsible.At around 9:30 p.m., a black male reportedly entered the business waving a hand... Read More.
Childersburg City Council Proposed Agenda – July 3, 2018
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - The Childersburg City Council will hold its second meeting of the month on Tuesday, July 3.The following items are under new business:Ordinance 1104: Canvas results for the Special Municipal Election held on June 26, 2018, for the consideration for Sunday... Read More.
Pet of the Week, July 3, 2018 – Maurice
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The SylacaugaNews.com Pet of the Week is Maurice.He is a brown pit mix, around 2 years old. His adoption is $100 which includes his neutering and UTD shots.For more information, call the Sylacauga Animal Shelter at (256) 401-2590 or visit the shelter at 41 Shelter... Read More.
Drowning victim’s body recovered on Lay Lake
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - A drowning was confirmed on Lay Lake when the body of a male, reportedly in his 50s, was found early Monday morning.According to search and rescue team members, the man had been boating over the weekend and disappeared when swimming.... Read More.
GUEST COLUMN: As Supreme Court drama unfolds, Alabama plays its part.
By Todd StacyThe biggest story in the political world right now is President Donald Trump’s impending appointment to the U.S. Supreme Court. And, like most big political stories, Alabama is right in the middle of it.Justice Anthony Kennedy’s announcement last week that he will... Read More.
ALEA announces 273 traffic related deaths in 2018 before Fourth of July travel
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) released an alarming stat ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
