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Fjeldstad’s versatility earns volleyball POTY honors
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Amelia Fjeldstad of Isabella High School is The Clanton Advertiser’s Chilton County volleyball player of the year for the 2023 season. The senior put together a stellar season that saw her play multiple positions and excel at each one. Fjeldstad’s stats included 463 digs, 45 aces, 584 assists, 111 […] The post Fjeldstad’s versatility earns volleyball POTY honors appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Therrell resigns as head coach of Jemison football program
John Therrell has resigned as head coach of the Jemison High School football team following the 2023 season. Therrell resigned earlier in December following a 1-9 season in 2023, and a 4-26 record in three seasons as head coach of the Panthers. “I am very appreciative of the opportunity that...
Old Fashioned Christmas a hit in downtown Maplesville
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Town of Maplesville held its largest yearly event on Dec. 10 hosting its sixth annual Maplesville Old Fashioned Christmas in downtown. The yearly event that is held on the first Sunday in December was moved to the second Sunday after inclement weather on Dec. 3. While thousands still […] The post Old Fashioned Christmas a hit in downtown Maplesville appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Clanton Councilman charged with DUI
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Timothy Wade Watley, Clanton City Councilman serving District 2, was arrested on Dec. 1 for Driving Under the Influence-Alcohol. Watley received a $1,000 unsecured bond and was released a short time later. The incident occurred at 2nd Avenue North and 5th Street North in Clanton. Watley was reached for […] The post Clanton Councilman charged with DUI appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Cub Scout Pack 57 visits Clanton Fire Department
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Cub Scout Pack 57 in Clanton recently visited the Clanton Fire Department to get up close and personal with some of the men and technology that helps keep the community safe. Pack 57 scouts are required to learn about citizenship, community service and first aid as part of their […] The post Cub Scout Pack 57 visits Clanton Fire Department appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Changes and additions made to 2024 Chilton County Peach Festival
By Billy Singleton | Clanton City Councilman Representatives of the City of Clanton, the Chilton County Chamber of Commerce, the Clanton Lion’s Club and the City of Clanton Arts Council met recently to announce plans for the 2024 Chilton County Peach Festival and Peach Jam Jubilee. For the first time, the Peach Jam Jubilee will […] The post Changes and additions made to 2024 Chilton County Peach Festival appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Thorsby, Isabella featured in Class 2A, Region 4 All-Region Team
Numerous members of the Thorsby and Isabella high school football teams were selected to the Class 2A Region 4 All-Region Team following the 2023 season. The team is selected by the coaches in the region, and not every region in the state selects a team. After the tallies and nominations...
Isabella welcomes new members to its Beta Club, historical society
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Isabella High School recently recognized its newest members of its junior and senior Beta Club, as well as new members to its historical society that is open to all Isabella students in high school. A ceremony was held inside the school’s auditorium to recognize the student’s achievements, and being […] The post Isabella welcomes new members to its Beta Club, historical society appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Christmas season has arrived in Jemison
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The City of Jemison held its annual Christmas Tree Lighting event on Nov. 30 that welcomed hundreds to downtown to see the lighting of the tree. The event was held at the Jemison Municipal Complex and featured vendors, photos with Santa, queens from around Chilton County, a bake sale […] The post Christmas season has arrived in Jemison appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Jemison Christmas Parade canceled due to weather
The City of Jemison’s 2023 Christmas Parade on Dec. 9 at 11 a.m. was canceled by the city due to the threat of inclement weather. There is no reschedule date for the parade. “We have spoken to meteorologists at Fox 6 and they are saying the probability of rain during this time is high. To put on a parade, it takes a lot of time, money, and effort by not only the City staff, but all of our parade participants, along with everyone that plans time out of their day to attend. Due to all factors involved, we have made the regretful decision to cancel the parade at this time,” the City of Jemison said in a Facebook post on Dec. 8.
Extension providing classes through fall months
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Chilton County Extension Office has been hosting numerous events and workshops throughout the fall to get the community more involved with, and to answer any questions they may have, about horticulture and other areas. The office hosted its annual Strawberry Production Meeting in Jemison on Nov. 8 that […] The post Extension providing classes through fall months appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Girl Scout Troop 337 participates in canned food drive
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Girl Scout Troop 337 in Chilton County participated in the Scouting for Food canned food drive and collected 234 cans to be donated. Hosted by the Girl Scouts of North Central Alabama, the cans will be delivered to the Chilton County Emergency Assistance Center. Mari Louise Williams collected the […] The post Girl Scout Troop 337 participates in canned food drive appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Billingsley woman killed in single-car crash
From Alabama Law Enforcement Agency MONTOGMERY POST – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:17 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, has claimed the life of a Billingsley woman. Marla J. Caver, 57, was fatally injured when the 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe she was driving left the roadway, struck a tree, and then overturned. Caver was pronounced […] The post Billingsley woman killed in single-car crash appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Chilton wreck claims life of Mississippi man
From Alabama Law Enforcement Agency MONTGOMERY POST – A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:20 a.m. Friday, Dec. 1, has claimed the life of a Price, Miss., man. Robert E. Johnson Jr., 73, was fatally injured when the 2002 Chevrolet Suburban he was driving left the roadway and struck an unoccupied Ford pickup sitting on […] The post Chilton wreck claims life of Mississippi man appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Isabella cheerleaders named All-Americans, visit Disney World
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Four Isabella High School junior varsity cheerleaders earned All-American honors and a spot in the Varsity Spirit Thanksgiving Parade at Walt Disney World Resort from Nov. 20-24. Emma Baker, Kendall Jones, Kaitlin Littlefield and Jeslyn Wilson attended the Universal Cheerleaders Association summer camp at Jacksonville State University. While there, […] The post Isabella cheerleaders named All-Americans, visit Disney World appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Heards BBQ breaking into the Clanton scene
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Another Chilton County restaurant staple is coming to Clanton, this time in the form of Heards BBQ & Soul Food in Maplesville. Heards BBQ will be moving into the building that the former Friends Steakhouse was at 1679 Seventh St. S, Clanton. The tentative plan is to have the […] The post Heards BBQ breaking into the Clanton scene appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Riddick, Morton earn All-American Bowl selections
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County High School’s Demarcus Riddick and Marvin Morton were both selected to play and coach, respectively, in the 2024 All-American Bowl at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas on Jan. 6. The class of 2024 Auburn University commit will play in the 24th installment of the game that […] The post Riddick, Morton earn All-American Bowl selections appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Thorsby lights up Chilton Christmas season
The city of Thorsby kicked off the Chilton Christmas activities in the county with its Christmas Tree Lighting event on Nov. 26. The event featured musical acts, a hot cocoa bar by the Swedish and Strawberry Queens, photos with Santa and the lighting of the city’s Christmas tree and path of trees in Richard Wood Park.
Isabella donates over 1,300 food items to The Gathering
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Isabella Schools donated over 1,300 items to The Gathering food pantry earlier in November after a school-wide food drive sponsored by the high school’s historical society. The food drive was promoted as a competition between classes, and the winners were Thomas McCall’s 8C homeroom for the high school, and […] The post Isabella donates over 1,300 food items to The Gathering appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Chilton students win Farm City poster, essay contests
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County celebrated its Farm-City Week from Nov. 13-17, and it culminated with a banquet on Nov. 16 at Petals From the Past. Chilton Farm-City promotes a better understanding between farm and city residents, and how both work together to make both areas flourish. This year’s banquet celebrated farming […] The post Chilton students win Farm City poster, essay contests appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
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