Although the Fourth of July is filled with summer fun, it marks a significant event in the history of the United States. The holiday is marked by fireworks, patriotic gear and the symbol of the United States — the American flag.
The dining hall at Camp ASCCA has suffered fire and water damage after it was struck by lightning.
A Jackson’s Gap man will remain in jail after being denied parole for crimes committed in Tallapoosa County.
Jackson’s Gap is one step closer to having its own FEMA Safe Room to offer shelter during storms.
Camp ASCCA recognizes outstanding individuals each year.
Skin cancer is no joking matter, but the good news is it can be fairly preventable.
An award-winning headliner will soon host a fishing tournament to raise money for a nonprofit organization here in Tallapoosa County.
Tornadoes and storms are no stranger to Tallapoosa County.
District 3 Tallapoosa County Commissioner John McKelvey along with his crews have poured their heart and souls into the new agricultural and educational center in Jackson’s Gap.
Just a few months ago, Jackson’s Gap was the site of an EF-3 tornado. Yet, the town has already been well into the works on severe weather preparation.
In honor of Women’s History Month, the TPI staff brings you Women Who Shape the County. Through nominations, we have gathered a list of women in our local community who have shaped Tallapoosa County in all kinds of ways.
For those in need after the March 14-16 storms and tornadoes, the American Red Cross is currently hosting a recovery center in Tallapoosa County.
According to a report by the Department of Examiners of Public Accounts, the 5th Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s office is under investigation for multiple instances of missing money.
Despite any negative misconceptions about small towns, one thing remains true — the hospitality will always be incomparable to that of a large city.
In dark times, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel to be found. Sometimes, that light might be barbecue and hot dogs.
Although an EF-2 tornado was officially declared to have hit Tallapoosa County on Saturday night, things are starting to move quickly into a recovery mode.
The Tallapoosa County Emergency Management Agency is assessing needs following severe weather Saturday night. After a tornado touched down in the Jackson’s Gap area Saturday night, Tallapoosa County EMA director Jason Moran held an incident command meeting Sunday afternoon to gauge the impac…
The tornado that passed through Tallapoosa County Saturday was loud. Survivors heard the “freight train” as it approached. Another said it sounded like teeth were being pulled as the mobile home was rocked back and forth.
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a state of emergency for all 67 counties ahead of this weekend’s severe weather. The state of emergency will go into effect at 2 p.m. today and will remain in effect for the duration of the state of emergency.
Preparation will be key going into Saturday night.
More than 360,000 Alabama residents are veterans, according to the National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics, and the state has one of the highest populations of veterans per capita.
According to the Alabama Forestry Commission, a statewide wildfire advisory remained in effect Tuesday and could continue today. AFC had restricted all burn permits through Tuesday and said it would reevaluate the situation daily until conditions had improved.
Another severe storm will likely be heading through Central Alabama on Tuesday night.
The Town of Jackson’s Gap expanded its limits this past year.
Effective Tuesday 2:20 pm, all Tallapoosa County roads and bridges south of U.S. Highway 280 and East of Dudleyville Road should be considered impassable until further notice.
With an upcoming winter storm on the horizon, Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a state of emergency for 39 counties across the state of Alabama.
With both a winter storm watch and a cold weather advisory in place, several places around Tallapoosa County will be closing Tuesday and Wednesday.
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