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EDITORIAL: Dr. Todd Freeman’s Blog, March 2017 – “March Madness”

Thursday, April 13 by Lee Perryman

I love watching basketball this time of year. The game-winning shots as time expires, the miraculous comebacks, and the raw emotion of players make this month exciting for even the most passive observer. In Sylacauga, we had our own version of March Madness with... Read More.

Sylacauga Choral Department to hold first area-wide show choir summer camp for students

Thursday, April 13 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga High School Choral Department is preparing for a summer camp for students in East Central Alabama. However, it's no ordinary summer camp. The Spotlight Show Choir Camp 2017 is geared for students to experience the performing arts this summer. "We are excited to... Read More.

Success of Magic of Marble Festival celebrated

Wednesday, April 12 by Lee Perryman

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - As the ninth annual Magic of Marble Festival neared its end, members of the community gathered to celebrate in a Wednesday evening reception at the Sylacauga Municipal Complex. Sylacauga Mayor Jim Heigl, Arts Council President Renee Riggins, Marble Festival Committee Chairman Ted... Read More.

Sylacauga’s newest retail store now accepting job applications for June opening

Wednesday, April 12 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala.- The new Ollie's Bargain Outlet on W. Fort Williams Street at the old Coast-to-Coast shopping building seems to be coming along nicely. The store front looks to be completely finished, and features a beige coat of paint with the Ollie's logo... Read More.

Armed and dangerous escaped inmate possibly on the loose in Talladega County

Wednesday, April 12 by Jeremy Law

TALLADEGA, Ala. - Local authorities are still on the lookout for an escaped Lauderdale County inmate that could be in Talladega County. Officials say Christopher Wayne Kilpatrick escaped from the Lauderdale County Detention Center on Saturday, April 8. Kilpatrick was taken into custody last August... Read More.

Prescribed burn notice for Talladega National Forest- 04/12/17

Wednesday, April 12 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Talladega Ranger District is planning to burn 200 acres today, 10 miles east of Sylacauga. Forest service roads 689 and 689A form a portion of this burn boundary and should be traveled with caution. During today's burn, the public will notice... Read More.

Pledge of Allegiance – Pre-K – Indian Valley Elementary School

Wednesday, April 12 by Michael Brannon

Today’s Pledge of Allegiance is sponsored by Heritage South Credit Union. Visit myhscu.com. You can listen to the Pledge each weekday morning during the 7 o’clock hour on Yea!106.5 and WYEA!1290. [su_youtube_advanced url="https://youtu.be/etXh61e9q1g" autoplay="yes" loop="yes" rel="no" modestbranding="yes" theme="light"] © 2017, SylacaugaNews.com/Marble City Media LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Awareness raised for child abuse at Sylacauga City Hall

Tuesday, April 11 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The month of April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and Tuesday morning Sylacauga City Hall hosted an event to raise awareness for the issue on its front lawn. Many from the community attended the event presented by the Children's Trust Fund of... Read More.

Prescribed burn notice for Talladega National Forest

Tuesday, April 11 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Talladega Ranger District is planning to burn 525 acres today, eight miles east of Sylacauga. Forest Service Roads 686, 687 and County Road 1 (Bull Gaps Road) form portions of this burn's boundary and should be traveled with caution. During today's... Read More.

Pet of the Week, April 11, 2017 – Honey

Tuesday, April 11 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - This week's Dog Gone Beautiful Pet of the Week is Honey, a four-year-old daschund mix with a beautiful coat that weighs 15 pounds. Honey was surrendered by her owner to the Sylacauga Animal Shelter. She is a very sweet, calm and loving.... Read More.

Sylacauga Community Playhouse presents “The Miracle Worker”

Tuesday, April 11 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The story of Helen Keller is well known throughout the State of Alabama. Her likeness is on the Alabama state quarter and she is the focal point of many history lessons taught in school. But Annie Sullivan, a key figure in... Read More.

Pledge of Allegiance – Ms. Hester – 1st Grade – B.B. Comer Elementary School

Tuesday, April 11 by Michael Brannon

Today’s Pledge of Allegiance is sponsored by Heritage South Credit Union. Visit myhscu.com. You can listen to the Pledge each weekday morning during the 7 o’clock hour on Yea!106.5 and WYEA!1290. [su_youtube_advanced url="https://youtu.be/KVVGENUwup8" autoplay="yes" loop="yes" rel="no" modestbranding="yes" theme="light"] © 2017, SylacaugaNews.com/Marble City Media LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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EDITORIAL: Dr. Todd Freeman’s Blog, March 2017 – “March Madness”

Sylacauga Choral Department to hold first area-wide show choir summer camp for students

Success of Magic of Marble Festival celebrated

Sylacauga’s newest retail store now accepting job applications for June opening

Armed and dangerous escaped inmate possibly on the loose in Talladega County

Prescribed burn notice for Talladega National Forest- 04/12/17

Pledge of Allegiance – Pre-K – Indian Valley Elementary School

Awareness raised for child abuse at Sylacauga City Hall

Prescribed burn notice for Talladega National Forest

Pet of the Week, April 11, 2017 – Honey

Sylacauga Community Playhouse presents “The Miracle Worker”

Pledge of Allegiance – Ms. Hester – 1st Grade – B.B. Comer Elementary School

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