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Sylacauga City Council proposed agenda – May 23, 2024
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The Sylacauga City Council will convene on Thursday night, May 23, at 6:00 p.m. with a work session prior to the meeting. 1. Authorize Mayor Jim Heigl to enter into a Nuisance and Abatement contract with Mintz Machine, effective June 1, 2024. (Equipment provided on an hourly basis, inclusive of operator and fuel. Rubber Track Skid Steer in 70HP class with Bucket and Grapple – $160; Track Hoe with thumb in 18K lb. class – $160; Tractor with Bucket and Brush Hog 50HP class; or Skid Steer with Brush Axe attachment – $160; Commercial Grade Mower with minimum 54-inch Deck – $160; Commercial Grade String Trimmer – $160; Board Up Services – $50 per sheet of OSB; Debris Removal – $65 per ton)
Calera Police Officers cracking down on organized retail thefts
CALERA, Ala. (WBRC) - Calera Police Officers are cracking down on organized retail thefts. Calera Police Chief David Hyche said that just in the last week, they have stopped two retails thefts, and the suspects weren’t from Calera. Hyche told WBRC that people are just walking into stores, stealing...
[WATCH] First Responder of the Month (May 2024) – Micah Northcutt
May’s First Responder of the Month is Sergeant Micah Northcutt with the Childersburg Police Department. The First Responder of the Month is presented by Radney-Smith Funeral Home and supported in part by Harvey’s on Noble. Each First Responder of the Month receives a $50 Harvey’s on Noble gift...
Christopher Masters Back in Alabama to Face Charges in Pell City Mom's Death
Court documents show that Christopher Masters, accused in the hit-and-run death case of Rebekah Poe, was booked into the St. Clair County Jail May 20th, 2024. Pell City Police Chief Clay Morris provided a statement to ABC 33/40 in which he said:. “Masters was extradited back to Alabama yesterday by...
Calhoun County Superintendent Dr. Jose Reyes Announces Plans for Departure
Calhoun County, AL – Dr. Jose Reyes, Superintendent of Calhoun County Schools, has announced he will soon be departing from Calhoun County. Though his tenure was short he is leaving behind a legacy of respect and impact as he transitions to a new role as Superintendent of Alexander City Schools. The announcement was made official […] The post Calhoun County Superintendent Dr. Jose Reyes Announces Plans for Departure appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Calera recognizes three public servants
CALERA – The city of Calera recognized multiple public servants at a regularly scheduled council meeting on Monday, May 20 through celebrating the retirement of Justin Glass, introducing Dispatcher Libby Ziegler and swearing in CPD Officer Cameron Davis. According to Police Chief David Hyche, both Ziegler and Davis have...
2 jailed after packages with knife, pepper spray, cell phones found inside Holman prison fence
Two men were taken into custody outside an Alabama prison after authorities found 13 contraband packages inside a perimeter fence. The Alabama Department of Corrections on Tuesday announced the arrests of Matthew Cameron Jones, 38, of Childersburg, and Richard Facison, 19, of Mobile. Prison tracking dogs located the two suspects...
Column: Coming together for a common cause on Lake Mitchell
By Peggy Bullard | Community Columnist On May 4, Home Owners Boat Owners (HOBO) joined Alabama Power for the Renew Our Rivers Lake Mitchell spring cleanup. There were 45 to 50 people present to help pull trash out of the lake. Some families start their cleaning from their place and end up at the pavilion […] The post Column: Coming together for a common cause on Lake Mitchell appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Shelby County Class of 2024 remembers legacy at graduation
By TYLER RALEY | Special to the Reporter MONTEVALLO – With school letting out for the summer, it is a time to celebrate for many students. However, that was not […] The post Shelby County Class of 2024 remembers legacy at graduation appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Sylacauga City School System charting excellence as it works on a Strategic Plan for 2025-2029
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Last week, a vital moment for the Sylacauga City School system took place as stakeholders convened for a Strategic Plan meeting in the SHS Media Center, setting the trajectory for the school system’s years running from 2025 through 2029. Why the need for such a...
Calera High School class of 2024 accepts diplomas
On the evening of Tuesday, May 21, families cheered and applauded as they watched Calera High School’s class of 2024 cross the stage of the Pelham Civic Complex to accept their diplomas and celebrate their achievements. The post Calera High School class of 2024 accepts diplomas appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Vincent’s Class of 2024 celebrates journey, looks to future at graduation
Friends and family lined every inch of the stands at Vincent Middle High School’s football stadium on Tuesday, May 21 to celebrate the graduation of Vincent’s Class of 2024 and the accomplishments of the students they had connections to. The post Vincent’s Class of 2024 celebrates journey, looks to future at graduation appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
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'I forget I have cancer': Calera Elementary teacher living her purpose, inspiring students
CALERA, Ala. — As the school year concludes at Calera Elementary, excitement fills the air. Central to this joyous atmosphere is first-grade teacher Ms. Sara Harris, who has profoundly impacted her students despite living with incurable, metastatic cancer. Her unwavering dedication and passion for teaching continue to inspire everyone around her.
Shelby County Chamber recognizes small business leaders at annual luncheon
PELHAM – The Shelby County Chamber gathered alongside a long list of local business owners at the Pelham Civic Complex to hold its annual Small Business of the Year Awards Luncheon on May 22. Seeking to highlight the importance and broad impact of small businesses within the county, the...
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