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98.3 Fox FM officially launched to serve East Central Alabama

Sunday, January 1 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The sixth radio station in the growing Marble City Media family officially launched today with a new format as 98.3 Fox FM.After 12 years in Ashland, the frequency returned to the Sylacauga area, where it was born as WMLS-FM in December... Read More.

Schools in Talladega County scored under Alabama Report Card Law

Thursday, December 29 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - While school children aim for high grades in classrooms, schools are now being graded, too, under Alabama's ACT 2012-402 A-F Report Card Law.Passed by the legislature in 2012, the law required the State Superintendent of Education "to... 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.

Santa’s Stamp of Approval Awards Presented for Christmas Decorations

Friday, December 23 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Three residential awards and two commercial/industrial awards were presented this week to deserving citizens for beautiful Christmas decorations. Receiving a Santa Stamp of Approval Award were Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Rogers, 2810 Arrowhead Drive; Kevin Whitman, 205 Milton Street; and Mr. and... Read More.

ALDOT preparing for weekend holiday travel

Friday, December 23 by Michael Brannon

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – With the upcoming holiday weekend, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is encouraging Alabamians to travel safely. Fatalities on Alabama roadways are up more than 25% when compared to last year’s totals. Approximately 60% of the 646 total traffic-related fatalities have... Read More.

ALEA increasing Alabama roadway patrol

Thursday, December 22 by Michael Brannon

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has announced its intentions to increase Alabama State Trooper presence across Alabama’s roadways ahead of the upcoming Christmas and New Year's holidays. State Trooper presence and higher enforcement rates have been in effect and will... Read More.

Sylacauga’s Thomas has Lady Seminoles rolling

Thursday, December 22 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Florida State University Women's basketball team is off to a hot start this season and former Sylacauga High School star Shakayla Thomas is a big reason why the Seminoles are ranked nationally in the top ten.On Monday, the junior recorded... Read More.

[VIDEO] Wetumpka child slam dunks in basketball game

Thursday, December 22 by Jeremy Law

WETUMPKA, Ala. - There are so many things you would expect to see in a basketball game featuring five year-old children. Double dribbles, travels, fouls, players running in the wrong direction, and shooting in the wrong hoop are all things that come to mind.But... Read More.

Coosa County mining project to tap America’s largest graphite deposits

Wednesday, December 21 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The future of America's battery power is here, just south of Sylacauga.In 2012, a Canadian-based company acquired mineral rights to old graphite mines last used during World War II, and its Alabama Graphite Company Inc. plans to mine and process battery-ready... Read More.

Childersburg Council approves nearly $4.6 million budget, accepts resignation of Parks & Rec Director

Wednesday, December 21 by Jeremy Law

CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - The Childersburg City Council gave final approval to its 2017 budget on Tuesday night, unanimously accepting Mayor Ken Wesson’s plan to spend $4,598,452 with projected revenues of $4,615,400 with a surplus of $16,948.The spending plan calls for a 2.5-percent pay increase... 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.

Local Sylacauga businesses owners cater to holiday shopping trends

Tuesday, December 20 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - As Christmas quickly approaches, shoppers are purchasing last minute gifts for their loved ones. Wondering what to get that special person in your life? A few local business weighed-in on a few shopping tends for this winter season.In winter fashion,... Read More.

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98.3 Fox FM officially launched to serve East Central Alabama

Schools in Talladega County scored under Alabama Report Card Law

Feature Profile: Sylacauga Mayor Jim Heigl

Santa’s Stamp of Approval Awards Presented for Christmas Decorations

ALDOT preparing for weekend holiday travel

ALEA increasing Alabama roadway patrol

Sylacauga’s Thomas has Lady Seminoles rolling

[VIDEO] Wetumpka child slam dunks in basketball game

Coosa County mining project to tap America’s largest graphite deposits

Childersburg Council approves nearly $4.6 million budget, accepts resignation of Parks & Rec Director

Sylacauga Animal Shelter remains haven for abandoned pets

Local Sylacauga businesses owners cater to holiday shopping trends

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