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Sylacauga City Council reacts to police shortage; delays fire chief appointment

Wednesday, March 8 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala.- The Sylacauga City Council had an action-packed Tuesday night, and most of that action took place before the City Council session. In a work session prior to the official meeting the council discussed many topics important to city business. In the work session,... Read More.

Alabama Senator announces 2018 Lieutenant Governor candidacy

Thursday, February 23 by Jeremy Law

MOBILE, Ala. - Alabama Senator Rusty Glover announced on Wednesday he is throwing his name into hat into the 2018 Lieutenant Governor race. Glover, a Mobile Native, has served in the Alabama Legislature for 14 years as a member of the House of Representatives,... Read More.

Sylacauga Police Department purchases 40 assault rifles

Thursday, February 9 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga Police Department recently purchased 40 Windham Weaponry .223 caliber rifles for a new rifle program. The arms were purchased at Gulf States Distributors in Montgomery. Local businesses were given the opportunity to bid on the weapons with the specifications SPD... Read More.

Sessions sworn in as Attorney General; Senate replacement appointed

Thursday, February 9 by Michael Brannon

WASHINGTON, D.C. and MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Following a lengthy confirmation process in the United States Senate, former Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions has been sworn in as Attorney General of the United States. SylacaugaNews.com previously reported on the confirmation process and hearings Sessions underwent in... Read More.

Sylacauga City Council approves 5% pay increase for interim fire chief; hears from EARPDC

Tuesday, February 7 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Tuesday night, the Sylacauga City Council approved a 5% pay increase for interim fire chief Lt. Adam Gardner. Gardner takes the place of Jon Williams who retired last month. Mayor Jim Heigl said the Civil Service Board has approved two applicants of... Read More.

Talladega College President visits White House after band’s performance in Inaugural Parade

Monday, January 23 by Jeremy Law

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following a city wide send-off celebration last Wednesday, the Talladega College Great Tornado Band performed in the Inaugural Parade in the nation's capitol after President Donald J. Trump was sworn into office on Friday. Less than 48 hours after the band's performance,... Read More.

Heigl’s plans for Sylacauga: paving roads, new business, litter patrol

Friday, January 20 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Mayor Jim Heigl is a Sylacaugan through and through. He has lived in the city his whole life, excluding his four years of active duty in the armed forces. "This city has been good to me," said Heigl. "Now, I just want... Read More.

Sen. Jeff Sessions awaiting hearings for Attorney General confirmation

Monday, January 9 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - President-elect Donald Trump has nominated United States Senator Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.) for the cabinet position of Attorney General of the United States. Sessions is set to have a two day hearing with the Senate Judiciary Committee on Jan. 10-11, 2017. Sessions has been serving the State... Read More.

Talladega College band to perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration

Thursday, January 5 by Jeremy Law

TALLADEGA, Ala. - A decision has been made regarding whether or not the Talladega College Marching Tornadoes will perform at the 58th Presidential Inauguration. Thursday morning Talladega College President Billy C. Hawkins confirmed in press release that his school will perform in the parade following... Read More.

Childersburg City Council approves improvement application for Liberty Trail Project

Wednesday, January 4 by Michael Brannon

CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - The Childersburg City Council Tuesday evening with a short agenda of action items. The Council gave approval for the Childersburg Historic Preservation Commission to file a pre-application for a grant through ADECA for funding of continuing improvements of the Liberty Trail Project... Read More.

Sylacauga City Council approves SCS funding; moves work sessions and council meetings

Wednesday, December 7 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - At Wednesday's council meeting, the second in the last month, Sylacauga's newest elected officials approved several items including Sylacauga Board of Education funding and changed the schedule of meetings and work sessions. At Monday night's work session, Sylacauga City Schools Superintendent Dr. Todd Freeman... Read More.

Alabama congressman re-elected to Steering Committee

Friday, December 2 by Jeremy Law

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Alabama Congressman Mike Rogers will be on the Republican Steering Committee once again. He was elected to the committee for the second time this week by his colleagues. The Steering Committee recommends members of Congress to serve as full committee chairmen based... Read More.

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