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Sylacauga Police Department warns of surge in fraudulent online transactions
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The Sylacauga Police Department is sounding the alarm on a troubling uptick in fraudulent transactions within the community, particularly targeting online and social media sellers. Law enforcement officials have observed a surge in scams involving counterfeit currency, with perpetrators deceiving unsuspecting sellers during transactions, often for...
Alabama coal company sued for a home explosion is delinquent on dozens of penalties
OAK GROVE, Ala.—Clara Riley thought she was having a heart attack. As an Alabama mine has slowly approached the coal seam under her home, Riley’s anxiety has sometimes gotten the best of her. In late April, after a mine representative visited her home, the 90-year-old said she broke down. She could feel the weight of it all on her chest.
Doesn’t Shelby County have actual problems to address? | BRIAN LYMAN
If someone handed you sheets of Census data on Shelby County, it wouldn’t take long to see how fast it’s growing. The population jumped 14% between 2010 and 2020. That’s a number most governments would throw an Animal House-type celebration over. But in Shelby, it represented a fall from the 36% growth of the decade before.
Progress 2024: Maplesville Tradition — Red Devils’ program built into one of Alabama’s best
This story was originally featured in Progress 2024. Story by Carey Reeder | Photos by Carey Reeder & Brandon Sumrall Nestled in western Chilton County sits one of Alabama’s most prestigious and winningest high school football programs. Maplesville High School has set the bar in recent decades when it comes to consistency within a program, […] The post Progress 2024: Maplesville Tradition — Red Devils’ program built into one of Alabama’s best appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
YMCA of Greater Birmingham launches free mobile summer food program for children
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Children in several apartment complexes in Jefferson and Shelby counties will get free lunch delivered thanks to a new program through the YMCA of Birmingham. The YMCA is launching a new mobile free summer food program for children who rely on free or reduced lunch during...
Memphis Maelstrom, City Subpoenas DA Mulroy for All Tyre Nichols Case Chit-Chat
The legal grappling in the aftermath of Tyre Nichols' tragic death intensifies as Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy has been dealt with a subpoena, a maneuver launched by the governance of the City of Memphis. The city's attorneys are demanding that Mulroy disgorge all manners of communication exchanged with both the bereaved family's legal team and the family of Nichols, the man who died ensuing a violent encounter with Memphis police officers. This action was rooted in a federal civil lawsuit filed by Nichols' estate aimed squarely at the city.
Fatal accident claims the life of Talladega man in early morning crash on May 11
TALLADEGA, Ala. – A fatal collision that occurred early Saturday morning on May 11 claimed the life of a Talladega man, authorities said. 77-year old Troy D. Harry, of Talladega, was critically injured in the two-vehicle crash around 1:54 a.m. on Hwy 21 near Bullocks Ferry Rd., approximately four miles south of Talladega’s city limits, according to a statement from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA).
Inmate dies following ‘medical emergency’ at Shelby County Jail
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Police are investigating the death of an inmate who died at the Shelby County Jail Tuesday morning. Calvin Junior Boyd, who had been at the Shelby County Jail on various sexual abuse charges since last June, reportedly experienced a “medical emergency” at 4:52 a.m. Tuesday after calling a nurse in the […]
Rush Propst owes first wife $100,000+ in missed alimony payments, resigned from Pell City amid wage garnishment
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Attorneys for former Pell City High School Head Football Coach Rush Propst are asking a Jefferson County Judge to delay issuing a warrant for his arrest over his failure to pay alimony for nearly five years, according to court records. Propst’s first wife, Tammy Propst, filed...
Oak Grove’s 50th homecoming set for Sunday
Oak Grove’s 50th Homecoming is set for 11 a.m. Sunday, May 19, at Oak Grove Methodist Church on Oak Grove Road, Troy. All who have a personal history in Oak Grove Methodist Church or those who are interested in the history of the church are invited. Deborah Huggins-Davis said Oak Grove Methodist Church’s 50th Homecoming […] The post Oak Grove’s 50th homecoming set for Sunday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Meet the changing faces of child welfare in Shelby County
The faces of child welfare in Shelby County have changed according to Juvenile Judge Erin Welborn. She will intersect with four new child advocate directors on some of the more than 2,500 cases she has in her courtroom. The post Meet the changing faces of child welfare in Shelby County appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Brewer serving as Relay Queen with a purpose
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor 2024 Miss Relay for Life Queen Gracie Brewer is using her new crown to not only promote the fight against cancer, but to honor her aunt at the same time. Brewer was crowned the new Miss Relay for Life Queen at the annual pageant on April 27, and did […] The post Brewer serving as Relay Queen with a purpose appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Cornerstone’s Noah Gassner signs to Huntingdon for basketball
Cornerstone Christian School has gotten another accolade under its belt with a college commitment from one of its star players. The post Cornerstone’s Noah Gassner signs to Huntingdon for basketball appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
SAFE’s Southern Dance and Performing Arts Company presents Annie KIDS Theatre Camp with show dates June 21-22
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The stage is set as SAFE’s Southern Dance and Performing Arts Company introduces the Annie KIDS Theatre Camp, hosting three weeks of theatrical magic for budding performers ages 8-14. Directed by Keeghan Messer and Shaylyn Vick, the camp, running from Monday, June 3 to Saturday, June 22, offers a comprehensive curriculum covering acting, dancing, and singing.
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