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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.

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.

Sylacauga Post Office striving to deliver Christmas gifts on time

Tuesday, December 20 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Christmas is less than one week away. Less. Than. One. Week. Away. Many are preparing to wind down and spend time with friends and family, but for some, Christmas brings stress especially when it comes to sending and receiving packages through delivery. If... Read More.

New Jack’s grand opening delayed

Monday, December 19 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - SylacaugaNews.com recently reported the new Jack's building on Broadway Ave. would open in mid-December, but that probably will not be the case. The reason: rain. According to General Manager Michael Cook, he said progress was moving quickly but the recent rain has... Read More.

Santa visits Renasant Bank in support of Habitat for Humanity

Sunday, December 18 by SylacaugaNews.com Digital Team

CHILDERSBURG, Ala - With just eight days left until he makes his voyage around the world trip ride in his sleigh, Santa Claus stopped to visit children at the Childersburg branch of Renasant Bank. The ladies of the branch decked the halls with Christmas red and green and had a... Read More.

Last minute Christmas events happening around you

Saturday, December 17 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Christmas season is all about creating memories and spending time with friends and family. But you do not have to wait until Christmas Day to make those memories. Every year, the Alabama Theatre in Birmingham helps people get into the Christmas... Read More.

What do these local kids want for Christmas?

Friday, December 16 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Every year, millions of gifts are given on Christmas morning. This holiday season, we decided to interview a few students to ask them what is on their Christmas list this year. We visited Indian Valley Elementary School and talked to students... Read More.

Beware of the Common Cold this Winter

Friday, December 16 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - This time of year, sneezing, coughing, runny noses fill the holiday season as people are infected with the dreaded common cold. Even though it may be 'common,' many still do not know how to recognize the virus and prevent it from spreading.... Read More.

SHS basketball players and coaches give back to the community

Friday, December 16 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The bus holding food and toys for the First Annual ‘Stuff the Bus’ Food and Toy Drive presented by SylacaugaNews.com and Yea!106.5 received a significant donation from local high school athletes. Thursday night, all SHS basketball teams arrived at the Chamber... Read More.

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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

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

Sylacauga Post Office striving to deliver Christmas gifts on time

New Jack’s grand opening delayed

Santa visits Renasant Bank in support of Habitat for Humanity

Last minute Christmas events happening around you

Beware of the Common Cold this Winter

SHS basketball players and coaches give back to the community

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