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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.
West End hosts fifth annual black history in Chilton celebration
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The West End Neighborhood Watch Children and Youth Division hosted its fifth annual Celebrating Our Own Chilton County Black History Maker event on Feb. 18. The annual event recognizes individuals in and from Chilton County who have contributed to black history. Since the event began, over 80 individuals from […] The post West End hosts fifth annual black history in Chilton celebration appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Column: Clanton youth still missing since Feb. 16
UPDATE (2/27/24, 10:31 a.m.): Corleigha Lichelle Martin was found and safe, according to reports from the Chilton County Sheriff’s Office. By Elisabeth Altamirano-Smith | Community Columnist As of Feb. 23, Chilton County youth Corleigha Lichelle Martin, age 14, is still considered actively missing. Martin left her residence on County Road 9 in Clanton on […] The post Column: Clanton youth still missing since Feb. 16 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
2024 Best of the Best contest starts Feb. 26
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The eighth annual Chilton County Best of the Best contest is set to begin in the county on Feb. 26. The contest crowns the best in the county in numerous categories, and the winners are voted on by the readers of Peach Living magazine. The 2024 contest will feature […] The post 2024 Best of the Best contest starts Feb. 26 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Wellness fair coming to Chilton County in March
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Central Alabama Wellness is hosting an event that is the first of its kind in Chilton County on March 9 at the YMCA of Chilton County. The group is hosting the Prevention Works Boots and BBQ Community Wellness Fair from noon-2 p.m. that will connect the Chilton County community […] The post Wellness fair coming to Chilton County in March appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Higgins Ferry sees additions and improvements made around the park
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County Commissioners, Chilton County Park Ranger Donald Giles and his wife Kathy and other Chilton County delegates gathered at Higgins Ferry Park in Clanton on Feb. 22 to showcase improvements and additions made to the park in recent months. A new 30-by-30-foot, wheelchair-accessible pavilion was built at the […] The post Higgins Ferry sees additions and improvements made around the park appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Jemison High School names February students of the month
Jemison High Schools announced its February students of the month earlier this month. Photos contributed by LORI FARRIS The post Jemison High School names February students of the month appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
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