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Exhibit held for 70th anniversary of Blackwood Brothers plane crash in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Seventy years since their plane crash shook the nation, an exhibit was held in Clanton to remember the Blackwood Brothers Quartet members that lost their lives in 1954. The exhibit at Senior Connection in Clanton, The Blackwood Brothers Exhibit: A 70th Anniversary Commemoration of Tragedy and Triumph, showcased unique […] The post Exhibit held for 70th anniversary of Blackwood Brothers plane crash in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Junior Deputy Academy returns to Chilton County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Junior Deputy Academy in Chilton County made its return last month after a hiatus to a large number of students eager to see what the various law enforcement careers in the area entail. The popular outreach program went away for a few years, and after the COVID-19 pandemic, […] The post Junior Deputy Academy returns to Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Parole denied for Chilton County offender
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles held 20 parole hearings on June 26, one of which involved a Chilton County offender. Stephen Jeffrey Austin was denied parole by the board and received no reset date, and no one spoke in favor or against Austin being granted parole during […] The post Parole denied for Chilton County offender appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Vaith to serve as Alabama 4-H Ambassador
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Chilton County 4-H announced recently that rising senior Marynn Vaith from Chilton County High School will serve as an Alabama 4-H Ambassador for 2024-2025. Vaith has been involved with the 4-H program in Chilton County for nearly seven years, and she started when she was eight years old. […] The post Vaith to serve as Alabama 4-H Ambassador appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Pass the crown: Deavers ready for fifth year as a Peach Queen
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Alexa Grace Deavers made Peach Queen Pageant history this year as only the second girl to hold all four titles, and the first to serve for five years. Better known as Lexie, the Thorsby High School rising junior completed her quartet of crowns by assuming the Miss Peach Queen […] The post Pass the crown: Deavers ready for fifth year as a Peach Queen appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor While the skies were unkind to the Peach Parade in Clanton on June 29, that did not dampen the crowd’s spirit to celebrate the county’s peach industry. Hundreds of people lined the streets of downtown Clanton to see the sights and sounds of the 2024 parade. The procession featured […] The post Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Chilton County Peach Auction sells 33 baskets for over $80,000
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Chilton County Peach Auction raised over $80,000 for the second consecutive year on June 29 as dozens of fresh Chilton County peaches were sold. The final total of $81,000 in this year’s peach auction is the second highest amount raised by hosts the Clanton Lions Club, just behind […] The post Chilton County Peach Auction sells 33 baskets for over $80,000 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Applications now open for Leadership Chilton 2025
From Brandy Childress | Chilton County Extension Office Are you an ambitious leader who is seeking to enhance your leadership skills and develop your leadership abilities? Then Leadership Chilton County is the program for you. Leadership Chilton is an opportunity for leaders to embark on an eight-month committed journey to learn more about Chilton County. […] The post Applications now open for Leadership Chilton 2025 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
New Peach Queens crowned in Chilton County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Clanton Lions Club crowned four new Peach Queens this week to represent the peach farmers and the county’s most precious resource. The four pageants are a staple of the annual Chilton County Peach Festival every year, and now four new queens will have the chance to represent the […] The post New Peach Queens crowned in Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Clanton youth softball teams heading to World Series
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Clanton will have two youth softball teams representing the area in their respective World Series in July as the young stars advanced from the state tournaments earlier in June. Both teams will play in USA Softball’s 2024 USA Rec World Series in Albertville at Sand Mountain Park from July […] The post Clanton youth softball teams heading to World Series appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Deavers named new Miss Peach Queen for Chilton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Lexie Deavers claimed the Miss Peach Queen crown on the last night of the 2024 Peach Queen Pageants on June 27. Deavers was also named the casual wear winner during the pageant. Deavers was joined on the Miss Peach Queen court by first alternate Caysen Craig, second alternate Mattie […] The post Deavers named new Miss Peach Queen for Chilton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Two Chilton offenders denied parole by board
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles held 16 hearings on June 13, two of which involved Chilton County offenders where their parole was denied. Bianca Richardson was denied parole by the board, but received a reset date of June 2025. No one spoke in favor or against Richardson […] The post Two Chilton offenders denied parole by board appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Six Isabella FFA students earn state degrees, two win proficiency awards
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Isabella High School had several of its FFA students earn their State FFA Degrees, and a few won Agricultural Proficiency Awards at the 96th Alabama FFA State Convention in Montgomery. Isabella FFA students Isabella Ballew, Alexis Joiner, Mason Littleton, Laura Beth O’Dell, Leah Porter and Tiffany Smith all earned […] The post Six Isabella FFA students earn state degrees, two win proficiency awards appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Pizza Hut returns to Clanton with new building, familiar faces
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor A once local staple made its long-awaited return to Clanton on June 25 as Pizza Hut officially opened its doors to its newest franchise in the city. Located directly across from Chilton County High School where the most recent Pizza Hut was located, the third installment of the restaurant […] The post Pizza Hut returns to Clanton with new building, familiar faces appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Crumpton wows judges to win Junior Miss Peach crown
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Cambree Crumpton was crowned the 2024 Junior Miss Peach Queen on June 25 at the pageant inside the Chilton County High School auditorium. Crumpton was also the casual wear winner during the pageant. Crumpton was joined on the Junior Miss Peach court by first alternate Lexi-Kate Hayes, second alternate […] The post Crumpton wows judges to win Junior Miss Peach crown appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Harrison crowned as Young Miss Peach Queen
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Ellie Harrison was named the 2024 Young Miss Peach after winning the crown at the pageant on June 24 at Chilton County High School. Harrison was also the casual wear winner during the pageant as well. Harrison was joined on the Young Miss Peach court by first alternate Ryleigh […] The post Harrison crowned as Young Miss Peach Queen appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Bradley wins Little Miss Peach crown
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Ava Marie Bradley was named the 2024 Little Miss Peach Queen at the pageant on June 22 at Chilton County High School. Bradley was also the casual wear winner of the pageant. Ellena Clark was the first alternate, Carolina Thrash was the second alternate, Adleigh Bice was the third […] The post Bradley wins Little Miss Peach crown appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Cheesecake, ribs among top dishes at 2024 Chilton County Peach Cook-off
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County residents brought their best sweet and savory dishes to Clanton for the 2024 Chilton County Peach Cook-off to crown the best in the county. Adult and youth division winners in both sweet and savory categories were named, and a wide variety of peach inspired dishes were available […] The post Cheesecake, ribs among top dishes at 2024 Chilton County Peach Cook-off appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
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