Save money this summer with these energy conservation tips Friday, June 17 by Michael GiddensOPELIKA, Ala. - The Alabama Municipal Electric Authority (AMEA) along with the Opelika Power Services has offered a litany of summer energy-saving tips to help you and your family lay aside a few extra dollars.
Alexander City, Sylacauga, Talladega airports awarded money as part of $12.5 million grant Monday, May 16 by Michael GiddensMONTGOMERY, Ala. - Last Thursday, May 12, an announcement was made that over 20 Alabama airports, including three local ones, were granted Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aid in the form of a $12.5 million grant.
Counterfeit money detected by Childersburg Renasant Bank branch Monday, October 7 by SylacaugaNews.com Digital TeamCHILDERSBURG, Ala. - Counterfeit currency has appeared in Childersburg over the last week.
SHOP LOCAL, SAVE BIG: Alabama Big Deals Online Store launches including Sylacauga, Childersburg, and Alexander City businesses and services Monday, June 4 by Michael BrannonSYLACAUGA, Ala. - It's official. The newest way to shop online -- and save -- in east central Alabama is now accessible around the clock.
[UPDATED] Rep. Mike Rogers visits Russell Lands in wake of $500 bonuses given to 500 employees Wednesday, February 7 by Jeremy LawALEXANDER CITY, Ala. - On Friday, Congressman Mike Rogers visited the Russell Lands corporate office in Alexander City to meet with Chariam and CEO of Russell Lands, Ben Russell himself, and many Russell Lands employees.
Sylacauga prepares to refinance debt, funding $7.4 million in improvements and long-term capital projects Wednesday, August 2 by Jeremy LawSYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga City Council has initiated efforts to refinance some of the city's current debt to take advantage of low interest rates while also borrowing additional funds for upgrading roads, infrastructure, and other long-term capital projects.
[EXCLUSIVE] SPD: counterfeit money circulating Sylacauga for nearly a year; warns business owners of danger Sunday, July 9 by Jeremy LawSYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Sylacauga Police Department has identified a major problem within the city limits: counterfeit money.
Local fire departments receive nearly $90,000 in grant money Thursday, May 18 by Jeremy LawWASHINGTON, DC. - U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers announced Wednesday two local volunteer fire departments received grants combining more than $89,000.Rogers congratulated the Winterboro Volunteer Fire and Rescue and County Line Volunteer Fire Department for receiving the money from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.... Read More.
Dreams do come true: Sylacauga woman opening dream retail store downtown Thursday, March 16 by Jeremy LawSYLACAUGA, Ala. - Some people dream big. Some dream small. Whatever they may be, we all have them. In life, many come true. Those dreams may not come to fruition when we want them to, but the best things eventually come to those who wait.The... Read More.
Sylacauga City Council approves $10,000 for Marble Festival Tuesday, January 3 by Michael BrannonSYLACAUGA, Ala. - For the first time in 2017, the Sylacauga City Council met Tuesday night.The 7-minute meeting was opened by SPD Chaplain Mark Ledbetter who led the invocation. Mayor Jim Heigl followed and addressed the public in his opening statement about the threat... Read More.
Sylacauga City Council passes budget including raises, SPD receives grant Tuesday, December 6 by Michael BrannonSYLACAUGA, Ala. - The outgoing Sylacauga City Council, in its second-to-last regular meeting, passed the 2016-2017 general fund budget 4-1 Tuesday evening.The vote was not without controversy, as council president Rocky Lucas voted against the proposal. Lucas, who was the only member absent from... Read More.
Community answers call to aid injured Childersburg police officer Friday, September 30 by Michael BrannonCHILDERSBURG, Ala. - Childersburg Police Lt. Kevin Kirk was wounded in the line of duty on September 16 in pursuit of a suspect in the fatal shooting of a young woman. Although improving after being shot in the foot, Kirk faces a long recovery... Read More.