The Tallapoosa County Board of Education discussed capital projects, COVID-19 data and a contract for superintendent-elect Ray Porter at its work session Tuesday.
While the COVID-19 pandemic has encouraged many students to go virtual and learn new online platforms, one local accredited school wants to remind the public it has always been virtual and not skipped a beat during the unknown changes in education.
After years of intensive planning and behind-the-scenes work, the Alabama Historical Commission (AHC) is proud to announce a new digital public resource — Historic Preservation Map Initiative.
Things got a bit heated at Tallapoosa County Board of Education’s work session Tuesday with discussions regarding the allocation of the simplified sellers use tax (SSUT).
Economic development is about speed and efficiency.
It’s been a long two weeks for Keely Thaggard.
The goal of a business is to make a profit.
Construction on New Site Health Complex will be complete in about six weeks Mayor Phil Blasingame said in a town council meeting this Monday, after some minor COVID-19-related delays in the supply chain.
After a short time of plateauing in terms of COVID-19 case numbers, Alabama has recently seen a spike in numbers.
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Next week, thousands of Alabama students will be taking the next step to ensuring their promising futures. These students will be applying to top colleges and universities nationwide, during the 2020 Alabama College Application Week celebration, on Oct. 19-23.
The Outlook newsroom staff recently welcomed a new face as multimedia reporter Siri Hedreen joined the team on Thursday.
Gov. Kay Ivey — alongside the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) and Alabama Counts! — today announced final participation results of Census 2020 for the state of Alabama. The census officially came to a close nationwide on Thursday.
Lake Martin Area United Way is hosting a new fundraising event Thursday in place of its annual fashion show to support its 27 agencies as well as downtown businesses.
Tallapoosa County voters are already active with just more than two weeks to go before the November General Election.
The United Martial Arts Academy in downtown Alexander City is offering self-defense classes for men and women in the Tallapoosa County area the next two weekends.
In response to a need for increased funding in North Alabama, the Joy to Life Foundation has offered to expand its efforts and provide funds statewide for breast cancer screenings for women through the Alabama Department of Public Health’s Alabama Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection P…
Halloween during a pandemic can be difficult to enjoy the many festivities but according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are steps to still partake in the fun.
The Trump Bus will be located in front of Walmart in between Arby’s and Wendy’s through Saturday selling Trump merchandise.
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) — in alignment with Alabama Counts — announced Wednesday the U.S. Census Bureau has now appointed the final deadline for the 2020 census as Thursday, Oct. 15. This new date was set after the bureau announced a previous Oct. 31 …
Tallapoosa County Schools is in the process of launching a new link on its website that provides continuous COVID-19 related information. It will be updated twice weekly and accessible to the public for full transparency on positive cases, close contacts and more.
New Style Church volunteers, along with help from the Housing Authority and Bridge Builders, distribute food weekly at 694 Ann St. for those in need. This week's boxes of food contain meat, dairy, produce and more. Cars were lined up for miles to drive by and pick up packages. Volunteers wer…
New Style Church has been feeding thousands of residents across Tallapoosa County and surrounding areas since July and is in desperate need of volunteers to continue this much-needed service.
Gov. Kay Ivey last Tuesday announced Alabama has been awarded $17.8 million to provide opportunities for Alabama workers that have been displaced by COVID-19 to develop new skills in high demand industries.
Tallapoosa County will have four new mayors take office the first week of November.
Without help from a state program, the Hackneyville Community Center might still be without new tables and chairs.
Today, Gov. Kay Ivey called on Alabamians to pay tribute to healthcare heroes for their continued efforts in fighting COVID-19. In her proclamation, Ivey asked Alabamians to thank these heroes by leaving their porch lights on every Friday in October and showing their appreciation at school s…
More than three million dogs are awaiting homes at animal shelters and rescue groups across the United States and a push is being made in October to find these dogs a home.
The U.S. Census Bureau announced late Friday to the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs and Alabama Counts the 2020 census deadline will be extended to Oct. 31.
Lake Martin Animal Sanctuary will be tripling its intake in six months with a new facility, according to founder Jennie Zinn.
Tallapoosa Publishers staff recently welcomed a new face as Jacob Holmes joined the team as design editor Thursday.
Troy Antwoan Knight thought his original sentence of life in prison without parole for his conviction of two counts of robbery in 2011 was a bit harsh.
Rain or shine, volunteers with the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry are dedicated to providing food to the community every Thursday. While things may look a little different in terms of operation, the mission to feed the needy remains the same.
While Tallapoosa County didn’t come in as the champs of the Alabama Census Bowl, it still earned $30,000 for its school systems thanks to the dedication of the Tallapoosa County census committee and residents for participating.
Alabamians will have to continue wearing masks or face coverings, Gov. Kay Ivey announced on Wednesday.
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) — in alignment with Alabama Counts — announced Tuesday the U.S. Census Bureau has informed the state it plans to extend the2020 census deadline until Oct. 5 nationwide, including in Alabama.
Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday announced she signed an executive order establishing the Alabama STEM Council.
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Everyone can help prevent suicide, according to the Alabama Department of Mental Health.
Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday announced the creation of Alabama Family Central a comprehensive, easy-to-use web and mobile destination that offers parents and families, guardians, teachers and caregivers a one-stop connection to programs and services in Alabama. Information on childcare, education…
Income rose and poverty declined in the United States in the calendar year before the COVID-19 pandemic, but the number of Americans without health insurance increased for the third consecutive year despite a growing economy, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2019 American Community Surv…
Based on a reduction in telephone call volume, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) toll-free COVID-19 hotline will operate only during regular business hours, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The term “to protect and to serve” was coined in 1955 and has become the official motto of the police academy. To show honor and respect for this service, a Back the Blue event was held at the Tallapoosa County Courthouse on Thursday morning.
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Sales: According to the Alabama Association of Realtors, August home sales in the state increased 9% year-over-year from 6,317 to 6,884 closed transactions. Sales decreased 10.8% from July and are now up 7% year-to-date. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, however, declining sales …
Tallapoosa County organized a Back the Blue event at the Tallapoosa County Courthouse to show appreciation for its area law enforcement and first responders. Officers and elected officials from across Tallapoosa County came to show support, receive recognition and sign the police pledge. Rep…
Widespread rain and occasional storms will hit the Lake Martin region today.
Nearly 24% of adults in Alabama read at the lowest literacy level and more than half a million Alabamians between the ages of 16 and 74 don’t have a high school diploma or GED.
This is the final push.
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