Alumni of the Benjamin Russell Future Farmers of America (FFA) will host a two-day rodeo to benefit the current BRHS students in the program.
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Jen Hunt made lemonade out of lemons — except her lemonade is a successful virtual Pilates business and lemons equate to the coronavirus pandemic.
Fourteen candidates answering three questions each and given equal allotted time for all to state their views resulted in an unbiased, informative event at Monday’s municipal candidate political forum hosted by Tallapoosa Publishers Inc.
Presented by Jackson Refrigeration LLC and Central Alabama Community College, Alexander City municipal candidates participate in a public forum to inform voters of their platforms and answer moderated questions about the issues affecting the city.
Michelle Garrett was admired by many people in Tallapoosa County as a loyal and dedicated employee, friend and wife; a special, loving human who always had a smile on her face; an angel with an infectious personality and a fighter.
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A fresh and fluffy face will greet students at Stephens Elementary School this year and provide an added layer of comfort to improve the children’s daily lives.
The coronavirus and social distancing have kept some away from the 30th annual Alexander City Jazz Fest but those who did venture to Strand Park Friday were entertained. The annual summer music festival continues 6 p.m. Saturday at The Amp at Lake Martin.
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To benefit Russell Medical employees and support local businesses, the hospital gift shop has been revamped to feature items from local stores and artists.
Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced a $50 million grant program to support nonprofit and faith-based organizations that have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Alabama Nonprofit Grant Program and the Alabama Faith-Based Grant Program will be awarded to eligible applicant…
Tuesday, Bill Nichols State Veterans Home resident Sara Harris reached a major milestone by celebrating her 100th birthday. The retired Lt. Col. Harris is no stranger to significant life events as she was the first female base commander in a combat zone in Vietnam while serving in the U.S. A…
A project to help curate Alexander City as a visitor destination and to foster connections between downtown and other community assets, wayfinding signage was installed in seven different locations by Main Street Alexander City.
In an effort to ensure Alexander City Schools’ Return to Learn plan is properly followed, the Alex City Board of Education has approved to push the start of the 2020-21 school year for traditional students to Sept. 8.
The Alexander City Board of Education this morning approved a change to the start of the 2020-21 school year to Sept. 8 for traditional classes.
Less than 1,000 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported to the state over the last 24 hours. It was the state's lowest single day increase since July 8.
Election season is underway and it’s every citizen’s right and duty to vote. Tallapoosa Publishers Inc. wants to help Alexander City residents make informed decisions when casting their votes on Aug. 25 and therefore is hosting a political municipal candidate forum at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 10.
Alexander City Police Department is investigating assault in the first degree of a 66-year-old male, which occurred Sunday morning at what investigators defined as ”a location off Highway 22.“
Cast from the movie “The Coward” being filmed in Tallapoosa County will be at Route 63 on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m.
How much harm could a package of mystery seeds do? Scientists with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System agree unsolicited seed packets being delivered in Alabama and across the country could pose a real threat to native ecosystems and possibly to people.
In light of Gov. Kay Ivey’s expansion of the mask order and the extension of the safer-at-home order, Russell Medical Foundation has canceled the Aug. 8 Lake Martin Digital Scavenger Hunt.
With such positive feedback for Phase 1 of Main Street Alexander City’s lighting project, director Stacey Jeffcoat is now pursuing Phase 2 to increase the ambiance and safety of downtown.
The Dadeville City Council is discussing allowing Tier 1 retirement benefits to Tier 2 employees to enhance recruitment and retention of jobs.
More than 1,200 new confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported statewide to the Alabama Department of Public Health over the last 24 hours.
The first moments following an accident or heart attack are critical.
As sharply noted by Central Alabama Community College public relations director Brett Pritchard, education does not stop simply because the coronavirus pandemic is still present. Therefore, the Alabama Community College System, including CACC’s Alexander City location, has released a plan fo…
Alexander City native Timothy Rogers grew up surrounded by creativity. His mother is an artist fashioning up jewelry and producing drawings; his sister is known for her nail designs; and his brother is a tattoo artist who inspired his talent.
It felt like 100 degrees outside but the Benjamin Russell marching band was ecstatic for some cloud covering Tuesday morning as members took the field for a full day of music, marching and instruction.
Just over 1,000 new confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported statewide to the Alabama Department of Public Health over the last 24 hours.
The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) has received multiple reports of “unsolicited” China origin seeds being delivered to residents across the state through the United States Postal Service (USPS). The packing is often mislabeled as jewelry. This practice is known as a…
The Special Education Advisory Panel and the Alabama State Department of Education encourage the public to attend the upcoming virtual WebEx One meeting at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday to review current issues pertaining to services for students with disabilities.
The Alabama Department of Insurance has some tips to help patients minimize the chance of seeing a surprise charge after receiving a COVID-19 test.
Out of concern for the health and safety of the general public and licensees, the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board today approved an emergency order that limits the hours of operations for restaurants, bar and entities that sell alcohol. Effective immediately but not enforced until S…
The Adelia M. Russell Library and Mamie’s Place Children’s Library have operated under a phased reopening since May 13 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Staff has worked to incorporate guidelines of recommended spacing and cleanliness.
More than 500 people came through Pennington Park on Sunday afternoon where about 20 vendors were on site selling fresh produce, homemade crafts and baked goods. There was live music at the pavilion and vendors had great success. The next Pennington Park Farmers Market is from 1 to 5 p.m. on…
Tallapoosa County has experienced some rain, thunder and dark clouds today.
People tend to cling to certain charities or philanthropic opportunities, but Alexander City native Betty Chambers prefers to give back to the community through trash pickup. She and her late husband began doing Willow Point cleanups when they moved there in the 1990s and it’s an interest t…
“If you don’t get better, we’ll be out here for days,” Bob O’Daniel hears his wife jokingly yell from their home in Eclectic. Scouring the O’Daniel’s property — all 36 acres of it — has become Bob’s favorite pastime, and one numerous Lake Martin area citizens benefit from daily.
The Lake Martin Area Economic Development Alliance will soon be led by a new executive director.
As plans for returning to school are finalized and tweaked, parents and students may still have some unanswered questions or concerns about protocol and safety measures. The following most frequently asked questions should provide some additional insight into Alexander City Schools’ current …
Due to concerns surrounding COVID-19, the 8th Annual Alexander City Sun Festival has been postponed until a later date. Originally scheduled for early June, the eight-day festival was rescheduled for July 31-Aug. 8 out of concerns regarding the pandemic. A makeup date for Sun Festival will b…
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System 4-H program is hosting virtual events to keep children entertained this summer. The latest in a line of programs includes 4-H Virtual Ventures Art Class. The deadline to register is Monday. Space is limited so sign up by calling the Tallapoosa County …
Russell Lands On Lake Martin has canceled its Labor Day concert at the Lake Martin Amphitheater originally scheduled for Sept. 6.
Artist and Alexander City native Charles Forbus provided the signage and structure greeting visitors to Russell Crossroads a much-needed makeover.
The lineup is set for the 30th annual Alexander City Jazz Fest which is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 7 in downtown Alexander City’s Strand Park and Saturday, Aug. 8 at The Amp on Lake Martin.
At Tuesday’s Alexander City Board of Education meeting, the initial draft of the schools’ Return to Learn plan was presented. Superintendent Dr. Keith Lankford said things will be fluid and changing as the school year goes on based on local and state guidance and protocols.
Kurt and Leigh Pfitzner may have only been full-time residents of Dadeville for roughly six years but the couple has already made a lasting impact on the area. Dadeville Mayor Wayne Smith wanted to show his appreciation for all their hard work to benefit the community and presented the Pfizt…
Dadeville Mayor Wayne Smith is a strong proponent that “if you build it, they will come.” Nothing rings more true for Dadeville at this time than that sentiment.
Tallapoosa County Schools superintendent Joe Windle is following the recommendation of 103 physicians from Birmingham and will make masks mandatory for all faculty and all students over the age of 7.
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