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Clanton Intermediate Science Olympiad Team takes second in competition
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Clanton Intermediate School Science Olympiad Team took home second place in the Alabama Elementary Science Olympiad competition at Jacksonville High School on Feb. 24. CIS competed in the Division AA competition for grades third through sixth, and 16 schools competed. The competition was a “hands-on academic interscholastic competition […] The post Clanton Intermediate Science Olympiad Team takes second in competition appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
English assumes vacant BOE seat
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Ashland English was sworn in to fill the vacancy on the Chilton County Board of Education on Feb. 28. English is filling the spot of former board member Keith Moore who stepped down from his seat in February. English was sworn in by Judge Sibley Reynolds. Terms for the […] The post English assumes vacant BOE seat appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Awards handed out at annual Chamber banquet
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Chilton County Chamber of Commerce held their Annual Banquet & Awards Dinner on Feb. 29 that recognized some of the county’s most spirited residents and best businesses. Sponsored by First Bank of Alabama and State Farm Agent Deidra Gadberry, the banquet handed out awards for community spirit, businesses […] The post Awards handed out at annual Chamber banquet appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Burnett wins Chilton Circuit Clerk seat in primary
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Nick Burnett won the seat for the Chilton County Circuit Clerk position during the 2024 Primary Election on March 5. Burnett earned 70.69% (5,288 votes) of the 7,481 total votes casted in the county defeating opponent Teresa Connell (29.31%, 2,193 votes). Burnett had no opposition from the democratic party […] The post Burnett wins Chilton Circuit Clerk seat in primary appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Maplesville hosts Book Character Parade to celebrate Read Across America week
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Maplesville School hosted a Book Character Parade in its gymnasium on March 1 to celebrate Read Across America week. Students in kindergarten through sixth grade dressed up as their favorite book character and paraded around the gym. Characters in the parade ranged from Dr. Seuss, sci-fi and more. Photos […] The post Maplesville hosts Book Character Parade to celebrate Read Across America week appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Annual early Arbor Day tree giveaway held in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Arbor Day is not till April, but the Chilton County Alabama Extension Office and the Chilton Natural Resource Council got a head start and held its annual tree giveaway on Feb. 20 in downtown Clanton. The giveaway is initiated each year by the Alabama Forestry Commission, and it is […] The post Annual early Arbor Day tree giveaway held in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Cooper inks volleyball scholarship to Birmingham-Southern
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Morgan Cooper capitalized on her one year at Thorsby High School and earned a scholarship to play college volleyball at Birmingham-Southern College. Cooper signed her letter of intent to attend BSC on March 1 in front of friends, teammates and family. “It means so much to me, and I […] The post Cooper inks volleyball scholarship to Birmingham-Southern appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Martin taking glasses donations for Alabama Lions Sight
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Donny Martin of the Clanton Lions Club is currently taking eyeglasses donations to contribute to the Alabama Lions Sight program. Martin has currently collected 445 pairs of eyeglasses, and has a goal of 500 pairs before taking them to donate in Birmingham on March 13. Donations are being taken […] The post Martin taking glasses donations for Alabama Lions Sight appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Tigers girls, boys soccer teams pick up wins
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Both Chilton County High School soccer teams picked up wins during their week’s action on the pitch. The varsity boys battled through fierce winds at Marbury High School on Feb. 27 for a 5-3 win. Ramses Salgado opened the scoring for the Tigers, and they built a 4-1 cushion […] The post Tigers girls, boys soccer teams pick up wins appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Hannah Childress receives prestigious Alabama Feed and Grain Association Scholarship
From Mississippi State University MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS — Hannah Childress, of Thorsby, AL, is among seven Mississippi State students receiving a prestigious Alabama Feed and Grain Association Scholarship. Childress, a senior agriculture education, leadership and communications student, is receiving $3,500 through the AFGA award given to students majoring in agricultural-related fields who have high grades, […] The post Hannah Childress receives prestigious Alabama Feed and Grain Association Scholarship appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Column: History is happening now, and you and I are in it together
By Rev. Dr. Allen J. Sims Sr. | Pastor at Dexter Avenue King Memorial Church I was recently called to the stage at Clanton’s Conference and Performing Arts Center to receive a medal and certificate from the West End Neighborhood Watch Association. The organization recognized local history makers at its “Celebrating our Own” award ceremony […] The post Column: History is happening now, and you and I are in it together appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Column: Big-tent circus comes to Clanton
By Elisabeth Altamirano-Smith | Community Columnist The Reis Show will present the Lewis & Clark Circus from March 18-20 at Goose Pond Park in Clanton. The event is being sponsored by the City of Clanton. One of the last traditional tent shows, the circus will present classic performances and entertainment such as world-class aerialists, acrobats, […] The post Column: Big-tent circus comes to Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Parole granted for Chilton offender during hearings
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles held parole hearings on Feb. 22 and 27, and two involved Chilton County offenders. On Feb. 22, Martinez Erick Andrey Luna was granted parole by the board with a special condition to detainer, which means an inmate is held in custody by […] The post Parole granted for Chilton offender during hearings appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Nightly lane closures as Highway 31 project begins in Chilton County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Lane closures have started at night as the Alabama Department of Transportation’s project on U.S. Highway 31 began this week. The project will resurface 7.1 miles of road, add two feet of safety widening, install guardrails and add new traffic striping to the highway. The work is being done […] The post Nightly lane closures as Highway 31 project begins in Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Gage Roper 1286 — Roper named honorary firefighter
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Eight-year-old Gage Roper was recognized by the West Chilton Fire Department on Feb. 26 as an honorary firefighter. Firefighter 1286, the title Gage now holds at the station, is a hero living with cancer, and is making the most of his time here on earth. Gage received a fire […] The post Gage Roper 1286 — Roper named honorary firefighter appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Crash closes portion of Alabama 22
From Alabama Law Enforcement Agency MONTGOMERY POST – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:20 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 29, has caused a road closure. Alabama 22 near Chilton County 93 in Chilton County will be closed from U.S. 31 to the Coosa County line. Troopers are on scene investigating and assisting with traffic control. ALEA Troopers […] The post Crash closes portion of Alabama 22 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Crash blocking lane on I-65
From Alabama Law Enforcement Agency MONTGOMERY POST – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:33 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, has caused a lane closure. The right northbound lane of Interstate 65 near the 215 mile marker in Chilton County is currently closed and will be for an undetermined amount of time. Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement […] The post Crash blocking lane on I-65 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
A Blast from the Past — 32nd show rocks Chilton County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The 2024 Blast from the Past Chilton County took place from Feb. 23-25 that featured three shows from the county’s talented high school students. Over 100 students across Chilton County participated in the 32nd installment of the musical performance that showcases decades of different music in one place. Two […] The post A Blast from the Past — 32nd show rocks Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Chris Janson to headline at 2024 Peach Jam
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Academy of Country Music Award-winning county singer and songwriter Chris Janson was announced as the headlining act at the 2024 Peach Jam Jubilee in Clanton from June 7-8. Janson, who won the 2019 ACM award for Video of the Year for his song “Drunk Girl,” has had 14 charted […] The post Chris Janson to headline at 2024 Peach Jam appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
2024 Chilton County Primary Election Guide
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The 2024 Chilton County Primary Election Guide previews the races that will be on the ballot on March 5. The guide features a map of the polling places in the county, the polling places addresses and information on the candidates. Sample ballots for the republican and democratic parties can […] The post 2024 Chilton County Primary Election Guide appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
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