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Exhaust pipes pose threat to wildfires during hunting season

Saturday, November 26 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - SylacaugaNews.com recently reported that Sylacauga and the surrounding areas have gone more than 80 days without rain. According to the Alabama Forestry Commission more than 1,400 wildfires have destroyed over 15,000 acres of land since the beginning of October, triggering the 'No Burn' order... Read More.

$301,000 grant to SAFE and other groups from Children’s Trust Fund of Alabama

Wednesday, November 23 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - SAFE Family Services Center and other community groups have received $301,000 from the Children’s Trust Fund of Alabama for their work helping prevent child abuse and neglect. The award was made last week at SAFE with members of the community and... Read More.

ALDOT: car accidents and fatalities likely during Thanksgiving holidays

Tuesday, November 22 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - It's almost Thanksgiving, a time for friends and family to come together, catch up, eat great food, and give thanks for the many joys in their lives. It is also the heaviest travel time of the year, and for you to make... Read More.

Buy Local Christmas Bingo

Tuesday, November 22 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce and many member businesses are giving shoppers more incentives shop at home during this holiday season through Buy Local Christmas Bingo. Here's how it works: First, grab need a bingo card from the Chamber or a participating business, or print... Read More.

Staying local on Black Friday

Monday, November 21 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - In just a few days, canopies, lawn chairs, and RVs will be set up in parking lots, and thousands of excited people will impatiently wait to become big winners. Although this may sound like a traditional Iron Bowl tailgate, it's not... Read More.

Registration open for Sylacauga Parks and Recreation youth basketball league

Monday, November 21 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The NBA and college basketball seasons are under way. For Sylacauga parents, it’s time for you to get your future hoop’s stars signed up and ready for basketball season. Registration for youth basketball, ages 6-12, through the Sylacauga Parks and Recreation Department... Read More.

This week in the Sylacauga area (Nov. 21-27)

Monday, November 21 by Lee Perryman

Monday-Wednesday, Nov. 21-23: Coosa Valley Medical Center is sponsoring its Fall Book Fair, with books and gifts at great savings. Tuesday, Nov. 22: American Legion Post 45 and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 945 host their weekly veterans breakfast at Legion Hall on Hammett Avenue... Read More.

SylacaugaNews.com Recap: what we reported this week

Saturday, November 19 by Lee Perryman

Sunday, Nov. 13: Sylacauga City Schools recognize National American Education Week Monday, Nov. 14: National American Education Week: Indian Valley Elementary School Vehicle leaves road; collides with home on S. Broadway Ave. Little Mr. and Miss Sylacauga pageant returns Tuesday, Nov. 15: SUB to residents: water... Read More.

Wildlife officials offer safety tips heading into gun season

Friday, November 18 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Deer hunters have been in the woods with bows for over a month now, but many more will flock to their favorite tree stands and food plots when gun season starts tomorrow. With so many people heading into the woods, it... Read More.

National American Education Week: Sylacauga High School

Friday, November 18 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Sylacauga High School Principal Chad Murphy was new to the area. After not quite a year on the job, he is sure he made the right decision to move to Sylacauga. "When I came, I was quickly introduced the concept of family,"... Read More.

SHS players and coaches set to host elementary basketball camp

Thursday, November 17 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Sylacauga Aggie Basketball is hosting a winter camp for the future of Sylacauga High School hoops. All Sylacauga City School students in grades four through six are invited to participate free of charge. Campers will meet every Saturday morning at the Sylacauga... Read More.

National American Education Week: Nichols-Lawson Middle School

Thursday, November 17 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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