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Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow

Friday, March 10 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Grass is growing, birds are chirping and baseball season is underway. That can only mean two things: the winter season is winding down and spring is right around the corner.I know what you are thinking. "What winter? It never even got... Read More.

Two Sylacauga men arrested on sex-related charges

Wednesday, March 8 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Two Sylacauga men were recently arrested for sexual-related charges and are being held at the Talladega County Metro Jail.Demetrius Redmond, 38, is accused of raping a 13-year-old girl on Kymulga Rd. He was originally charged with second degree rape because of... Read More.

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.

Car care tips as spring approaches

Monday, March 6 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – As temperatures rise, flowers bloom, and days get longer, many engage in “spring cleaning.” However, it is easy to forget about vehicle maintenance during the spring. SylacaugaNews.com has talked with mechanics around town and is outlining basic car care tips ahead... 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.

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.

How you can prepare for Severe Weather Tax Free Weekend

Tuesday, February 7 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The South normally has to wait for Winter to turn to Spring for the normal waves of severe weather to hit. But warmer temperatures earlier in the year seem to have jump-started that process.Being prepared for severe weather is very important.... Read More.

Two women arrested for credit card fraud

Monday, February 6 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Out of all the possessions that can be stolen from you, one of the last items that comes to mind is your identity. Identity theft is the fastest growing white-collar crime in the United States according to the FBI and that... Read More.

SPD: Missing Sylacauga teen found

Wednesday, January 25 by Michael Brannon

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Seventeen year-old Destiny Cooper was safely found Wednesday night by officers of the Sylacauga Police Department. She was last seen on Jan. 4 by her family.On a Facebook post from Wednesday morning, the Sylacauga Police Department asked for the public's... Read More.

Sylacauga Police Chief: “You will face charges for stealing street signs.”

Thursday, January 19 by Jeremy Law

SYLACAUGA, Ala. - Road and street signs continue to disappear in the City of Sylacauga and it is starting to become a problem. To discuss ways to prevent these acts from continuing, Mayor Jim Heigl and Police Chief Kelley Johnson met in the mayor's... Read More.

ALDOT & ALEA offers tips to stay safe on roadways affected by winter weather

Friday, January 6 by Michael Brannon

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation encourages motorists to drive with extreme caution and to avoid roadways when weather conditions are prohibitive, particularly early in the morning as bridges may contain icy patches.Drivers needing information on road conditions in Alabama should go... Read More.

Keep your pets safe during cold weather