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The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 531 confirmed cases statewide.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 449 confirmed cases statewide.
There was a huge jump in confirmed coronavirus cases, according to the Alabama Department of Health, which is now reporting four confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County.Across the state, there are now 386 confirmed cases as of 5 p.m. Wednesday, with 2,812 tested. Although the latest numbers sho…
Out-of-town tags have started to appear in Tallapoosa County even as the coronavirus numbers continue to rise across Alabama and homes on the shores of Lake Martin are coming out of winter hibernation.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 167 confirmed cases statewide. As of 11 a.m. Monday, there were still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
A wedding day is one of the most memorable days in a person’s life and every bride dreams for a perfect, flawless event.
Only three new positive cases of the coronavirus have been reported in Alabama since last night. As of 10 a.m., there were still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County.
Gov. Kay Ivey issued a statewide public health order Thursday afternoon to aid in Alabama’s efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19.
The 2-1-1 initiative is a statewide resource hub that recently has been updated to best fit the needs of the growing coronavirus pandemic. While 2-1-1 is typically a database for personal crisis, it has morphed into a disaster database, focusing on community needs and altering the way certai…
The number of positive COVID-19 cases continues to rise across Alabama, but as of 4:30 p.m. Thursday, there were still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County.
Since this morning, the number of positive cases of the coronavirus have risen across Alabama. But as of 4:10 p.m. Wednesday, there were still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County.
At a press conference Wednesday morning, Gov. Kay Ivey announced the Alabama primary runoff election would be postponed until July 14.
While the numbers of positive cases for the coronavirus continue to rise across Alabama, there are still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County as of 10:05 a.m. Wednesday.
Kathy Durbin always has a story surrounding her trips to Wind Creek State Park.
After spring break, all Tallapoosa County Schools teachers and staff will report to work March 23, according to a statement from the Tallapoosa County Board of Education.
The Lake Martin Dadeville Area Chamber is putting a new focus on interacting with and getting feedback from its members. And that started Tuesday at the most recent quarterly luncheon.
Chaos can ensue in the aftermath of a disaster.
Bruce Adams thought he was invited to the annual Lake Watch meeting to talk about one of his latest projects as Wind Creek State Park superintendent.
Everyone might want to ask The Black Crowes for lottery numbers.
March 3 all Tallapoosa County voters will be asked to vote on a constitutional amendment that, if passed, will apply to only Willow Point residents inside the gated neighborhood, according to Russell Lands vice president and general counsel Steve Forehand.
As local brides and grooms search for some old, new, borrowed and blue things, hopefully they can find some of that at the Lake Martin Wedding Expo on Sunday. Benefiting the Lake Martin Area United Way, the event will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Mitchell House in Dadeville.
Contractors have been renovating the Russell Corp. new No. 1 mill to become the Russell Marine outdoor supercenter. Work has been underway for a year now and Russell Marine president Dave Commander said Tuesday it should open sometime in April. The 150,000 square-foot Russell Marine facility…
Stacey Jeffcoat was an emotional wreck nearly a year ago when disaster struck the Lee County area.
Some might think it’s a little odd for a bar owner to be selected as a local chamber’s person of the year.
When most volunteers are cleaning up Lake Martin, they’re looking for trash. But one group of residents looks for colorful collectibles as they work to rid the lake of litter and debris.
One area of Lake Martin has some new trails, sights and resting places open thanks to recent efforts by Alabama Power.
When the weekend arrives, Ed Collari and his two children know a few hours will be set aside to help keep their community clean. They don’t do it because it’s forced but because they genuinely care and take pride in where they live.
Some annual events wane after a few years but not the Lake Martin Young Professionals Polar Plunge.
Every year brave participants voluntarily run into the cold waters of Lake Martin for a good cause — and the time is here.
When reflecting over headlines from 2019, it’s clear there were some notable losses in the area, such as the deaths of many key leaders in the area including Alexander City Mayor Jim Nabors, but there was also growth. From a 12-year-old Radney Elementary School student having the courage to …
Parents might be struggling with wish lists from children this year.
BassCat fishing boats, SeaArk Boats and Can-Am will join the Russell Marine lineup as its new outdoor supercenter opens this spring.
With growth on Lake Martin and an increase in incidents where law enforcement is needed, the Alexander City Police Department will soon have a patrol boat.
Lake Martin Area United Way revealed it’s about 75% of the way closer to its $535,000 campaign goal Friday. The organization has raised $392,754 currently through donations this year.
It’s the season of giving, and that’s what many area residents did for two local groups earlier this week.
Wicker Point could soon be in the city limits of Alexander City.
As the weather drops for the winter, pet owners should take extra care of their outdoor animals. Lake Martin Animal Shelter director Mia Chandler offers tips for helping pets that stay outside.
The Lake Martin Laubach Literacy Council has helped illiterate adults learn to read since 1986.
StillWaters golf course and Copper’s Grill will now be managed by Atlanta-based Bobby Jones Links.
Educational exhibits have been in place since the spring at Smith Mountain and are garnering attention despite no dedication.
With cold temps and sharp winds to contend with, volunteers with the Lake Martin Resource Association gathered at Wind Creek State Park early Friday morning for the annual Renew Our Rivers cleanup of Lake Martin.
If Friday was any indication, Renew Our Rivers will once again be successful this year.
John Thompson is grinning a bit knowing due to community effort over the last year, more than likely 22 tons of trash will not be picked up again this year for Renew Our Rivers. It’ll be much less, he hopes.
Students at Stephens Elementary School were reminded how important clean water is as part of an assembly that also honored the Celebrate Lake Martin T-shirt contest winner and top 25 finalists.
David B. Sturdivant, chief operating officer and chief financial officer of Russell Lands, has been elected to the Do it Best Corp. Board of Directors, the international home improvement co-op announced Wednesday in a release. Russell Lands, based in Alexander City, operates Russell Do it Ce…
Just because there is less traffic on the water doesn’t mean there is reason to let safety go to the wind.
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