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National American Education Week: Pinecrest Elementary School

Wednesday, November 16 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - This time last year, Debbie Barnett was principal at Nicholls-Lawson Middle School. Now, she has a new role. She's holding the same title. But this time, it's at a different school: Pinecrest Elementary. "It's been interesting to watch the innocence of these children," said... Read More.

SUB to residents: water levels not in danger during drought

Tuesday, November 15 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - For the second week in a row, the current drought was the main talking point at the Sylacauga Utilities Board (SUB) meeting Tuesday morning. Water levels for lakes and the length of the drought were a topic of discussion before the meeting... Read More.

National American Education Week: Indian Valley Elementary School

Monday, November 14 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - When you walk on campus at Indian Valley Elementary School, it hits you: this is where a foundation for education is laid. "There are a lot of things we do really well at school," said principal Monte Abner. "One of the things... Read More.

Vehicle leaves road; collides with home on S. Broadway Ave.

Monday, November 14 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Emergency personnel were dispatched to a car accident that left a man trapped in his overturned vehicle Monday morning. The single vehicle crash happened around 11 on S. Broadway Ave. between W. Walnut and W. Clay Streets. When the fire department... Read More.

Little Mister and Miss Sylacauga pageant returns

Monday, November 14 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Little Mister and Miss Sylacauga pageant made a comeback on Sunday at the J. Craig Smith Community Center after not being held in the past few years. The pageant had a total of 19 contestants that participated in four different divisions:... Read More.

This week in the Sylacauga area (Nov. 14-20)

Sunday, November 13 by Lee Perryman

Tuesday, Nov. 15: Sylacauga City Council meeting, 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17: Comer Museum & Arts Center hosts an artist reception at 6:30 p.m. with live entertainment, food, and beverages. Free admission; donations welcome. Friday, Nov. 18: Sylacauga City Schools hosts an informational meeting on an... Read More.

Sylacauga City Schools recognize National American Education Week

Sunday, November 13 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Each year, the National Education Association, also known as NEA, celebrates National American Education Week. Since 1921, this special week has promoted positive aspects of education and the people involved. Superintendent Dr. Todd Freeman and Sylacauga's schools are teaming up with SylacaugaNews.com for... Read More.

SylacaugaNews.com Recap: what we reported this week

Saturday, November 12 by Lee Perryman

Monday, Nov. 7: Sylacauga voters headed to polls on Tuesday Colonial Pipeline’s Line 1 reopens in Helena New Sylacauga City Council and Mayor sworn into office Heart disease to be discussed at November Community Links event Tuesday, Nov. 8: Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey speaks to... Read More.

2016 Sylacauga Veterans Day Parade (PHOTOS)

Friday, November 11 by Michael Brannon

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Sylacauga Young Professionals to host food drive

Friday, November 11 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. — The Sylacauga Young Professionals group is preparing for its November meeting. But, it's not going to be a conventional meeting. Instead, it will be a food drive. The first Sylacauga Young Professional's Food Drive will be held at Harvey’s On Noble on Thursday, Nov.... Read More.

Number of fires rising in Sylacauga in midst of drought

Friday, November 11 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Wildfires have been occurring throughout the southeast United States for the last few months. On Nov. 7, Gov. Robert Bentley placed all 67 counties in Alabama on a 'No Burn' order. The reason, according to Bentley, is an increase in wildfires... Read More.

Let’s cover real stories … and real news (EDITORIAL)

Thursday, November 10 by Michael Brannon

Everyone has a smartphone. They're affordable, (sometimes) easy to use, and, most of all, smart. In theory, owning a smartphone means you can become a journalist, right? After all, you can shoot, write, and edit your own news story, post to the internet and social... Read More.

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