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Chilton College & Career Fair brings in hundreds
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor For the fifth consecutive year, Chilton County Schools career coach Wendy Fortner put on the Chilton County College & Career Fair for high school seniors on Sept. 21, and it was a smashing success. Fortner and fellow career coach Sjohna Hughes, who has been on maternity leave, welcomed 73 […] The post Chilton College & Career Fair brings in hundreds appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Parole denied for Chilton County offenders
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Board of Paroles and Pardons held 15 hearings on Sept. 14, one of which involved a Chilton County offender. Robert Allen Starcher was denied parole with a reset date of April 1, 2024. Starcher’s wife, Lisa Starcher, and his stepson, Trevor Thomas, both spoke in favor of […] The post Parole denied for Chilton County offenders appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
CCHS announces 2023 homecoming court
Photo contributed by BRANDON SUMRALL Chilton County High School’s 2023 Homecoming Queen, King and court were announced on Sept. 22 prior to the Tigers’ 37-3 football game win over Calera High School. Freshman princess Amy Tejada left, junior princess Jenna Baker, Homecoming King Demarcus Riddick, Homecoming Queen Ke’yontis Dennis, senior princess Chloe Street and sophomore […] The post CCHS announces 2023 homecoming court appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Column: Clanton Gospel Festival set for October
By Elisabeth Altamirano-Smith | Community Columnist Gospel entertainers and vendors are preparing for Clanton’s Gospel Festival to be held Oct. 14 from 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. at Dixie Hideaway Venue. The festival is free and will be hosted by Dixie Hideaway and presented by MCMB Productions. Special guests in the line-up include South Shelby Worship, Cavalier […] The post Column: Clanton Gospel Festival set for October appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Jones, Green lead Billingsley to win over Autaugaville
Billingsley High School bounced back in a big way from their loss one week ago with a 42-12 win over Autaugaville High School on Sept. 22. Quarterback Landon Jones managed the game well on offense for the Bears going 7-for-11 for 192 yards and three touchdowns, and accounting for 92 yards on 10 rushes and a touchdown on the ground.
Verbena comes up just short at Central-Hayneville
After its first win last week, Verbena High School came up just short on the road at Central High School, Hayneville on Sept. 22 losing 28-20. “You know, I really thought we had made some strides last week, unfortunately I felt like we were looking for an excuse last night,” Verbena head coach Allen Brothers said. “We could not seem to keep the positive mindset and just key players that need to be leaders almost at times are rejecting that role.”
Maplesville throttles Calhoun in first road game
Maplesville High School left no doubt early in its first road game of 2023 against Calhoun High School posting a 38-0 first quarter to ease to a 60-7 win on Sept. 22. Maplesville’s first quarter eruption was spurred by Jay Lagrone who ran for three touchdowns in the opening frame. Lagrone piled up 98 rushing yards and three scores while the Red Devils as a whole ran for 194 yards with three different players getting into the end zone.
Rebels mount comeback over Central Coosa
Thorsby High School mounted a comeback on the road at Central of Coosa County High School to move to 4-1 on the 2023 season on Sept. 22. The Rebels fell behind twice in the game but showed resolve to pull out the 20-14 win. Central Coosa struck first when Thorsby...
Mustangs use big second half to pull away
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Isabella High School outscored Fayetteville High School 39-13 in the second half on Sept. 22 to cruise to an AHSAA Class 2A Region 4 win on the road. After two rushing touchdowns by Garrett Price and a touchdown run and throw by Eli Kendrick, the Mustangs had Fayetteville down […] The post Mustangs use big second half to pull away appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Tigers get elusive Class 6A win, down Calera
Chilton County High School got its first Class 6A win since rejoining the classification in 2020 with a 37-3 thumping of Calera High School on the school’s homecoming night on Sept. 22. As the Tigers sat in a familiar position up 21-3 at halftime, the message to the team...
Gardens of Clanton celebrates NALW for its residents
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Gardens of Clanton threw a massive celebration for its residents for National Assisted Living Week from Sept. 10-16. Gardens of Clanton administrator Vickie Moseley and staff put together the entire week with events each day to help residents get active and involved in the community. “The week overall […] The post Gardens of Clanton celebrates NALW for its residents appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Halfway point of the 2023 volleyball season
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The following are the volleyball schedules for each Chilton County area team for the week of Sept. 23-29. *denotes region game Chilton County High School *Sept. 26: vs. Benjamin Russell at 6 p.m. Jemison High School *Sept. 26: vs. Shelby County at 5:30 p.m. *Sept. 28: @ Sylacauga […] The post Halfway point of the 2023 volleyball season appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
McKinnon named Retailer of the Year by ARA
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Mark McKinnon, owner of McKinnon Toyota and Nissan, was named an Alabama Retailer of the Year by the Alabama Retail Association for 2023. McKinnon was named the Alabama Retailer of the Year in the Annual Sales More than $20 Million category. McKinnon, the over 100 McKinnon Toyota and Nissan […] The post McKinnon named Retailer of the Year by ARA appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
AOTW: Kendrick needs one half to steal show
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Eli Kendrick is this week’s athlete of the week after his performance against Central of Coosa County High School on Sept. 15. The senior quarterback, who has been on a tear through the first three games of the season, put together perhaps his best game of the three against […] The post AOTW: Kendrick needs one half to steal show appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Isabella hosts diamond anniversary homecoming festivities
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Isabella High School welcomed their alumni back for their diamond anniversary 75th Homecoming in the school’s history. The week was full of in-school activities leading up the Mustangs’ Sept. 15 football game against Central of Coosa County High School. Isabella cruised to a 63-0 win in front of their […] The post Isabella hosts diamond anniversary homecoming festivities appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
CCHS homecoming candidates prepping for announcement
Photo contributed by BRITTANY EASTERLING Chilton County High School’s homecoming court candidates preparing for the big announcements on Sept. 22 at Tigers home football game against Calera High School. Front row: Ke’yontis Dennis, left, Cambree Crumpton, Olivia Epperson, Amy Tejada, Cresley Haggard, Maggy Harrelson and Ivyonna Varner Back row: Chloe Street, left, Hunter Ousley, Jorge […] The post CCHS homecoming candidates prepping for announcement appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Winners and results from Sept. 16 at Buckshot Speedway
Winner’s Circle These are the race winners from September 16 at Buckshot Speedway. American All-Star Series 604 Winner: Jesse Lowe 602 Late Model Winner: Brent Cartwright Limited Late Model Winner: Brandon Brown Open-Wheeled Modified Winner: Billy Franklin Factory Stock Winner: Mark Price Buzz 4 Cylinder Winner: Jacob Thomas Buzz 6 Cylinder Winner: Josh Ganey […] The post Winners and results from Sept. 16 at Buckshot Speedway appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Thorsby honors 2023 Homecoming Queen, princesses
Thorsby High School recognized its 2023 Homecoming Queen and princesses during the Sept. 15 home football game for the Rebels. Eighth grade princess Sadie Killingsworth, left, sophomore princess Carlee Birchfield, 2023 Homecoming Queen Molly Clements, junior princess Mattie Cleckler, freshman queen Baylee Coper and seventh grade princess Emma Day.
Mustangs’ 2023 Homecoming Queen, princesses crowned
Photo contributed by JILLIAN GREEN Isabella High School’s 2023 Homecoming Queen and princesses were crowned at the Mustangs home football on Sept. 15. Seventh grade princess Kaitlin Littlefield, left, freshman princess Emma Baker, junior princess Kaity Wilkins, 2023 Homecoming Queen Lexi Higgins, sophomore princess Mary Beth Jackson and eighth grade princess Maria Aquino Fernandez. The post Mustangs’ 2023 Homecoming Queen, princesses crowned appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
MHS homecoming princesses, queen revealed
Photo contributed by KERRI PAYNE The 2023 Maplesville High School Homecoming Queen and princesses were revealed to the home crowd at the Red Devils’ Sept. 15 football game. Seventh grade princess Brook Carroll, left, eighth grade princess Elin Harrison, freshman princess Taylor Wallace, 2023 Homecoming Queen Caroline Moyes, junior princess Kinslee Cummings and sophomore princess […] The post MHS homecoming princesses, queen revealed appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
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