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UA Students Participate in Spring 2024 Cooperative Education
From University of Alabama TUSCALOOSA, AL (01/23/2024) — This spring, 125 University of Alabama students are receiving hands-on, innovative and advanced educational experiences with dozens of companies and organizations across the United States through UA’s Cooperative Education Program during the spring 2024 semester. In the Cooperative Education Program, students alternate periods of full-time study with […] The post UA Students Participate in Spring 2024 Cooperative Education appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Local students named to Mississippi State University’s fall 2023 Deans’ and Presidents’ Lists
From Mississippi State University MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS (01/23/2024) —More than 2,500 students have been named to the fall 2023 Deans’ List at Mississippi State University. The following local students received this honor: Annabel Mullinax, of Clanton, AL Mallori Nesbit, of Verbena, AL To be named to the Deans’ List at Mississippi State, a student must […] The post Local students named to Mississippi State University’s fall 2023 Deans’ and Presidents’ Lists appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Jemison students visit LeCroy Center, learn about programs
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Tenth grade students from Jemison High School got the opportunity to tour LeCroy Technical Career Center to learn about programs that will be made available to them starting next year. Eleventh and 12th grade students in Chilton County are eligible to participate in classes and programs at LCTC, and […] The post Jemison students visit LeCroy Center, learn about programs appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Many all-time highs reached for employment in December in Alabama
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Multiple all-time highs for employment in the State of Alabama were achieved in December 2023 after statistics from the Alabama Department of Labor were released on Jan. 19. The number of people counted as employed in the state increased by 40,194 in 2023 to a record high of 2,264,098. […] The post Many all-time highs reached for employment in December in Alabama appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Flutter 2024 takes flight on Feb. 1 for BBCAC
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The signature fundraiser for Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center, Flutter, is returning on Feb. 1 to change children’s stories who are affected by abuse. Flutter 2024 will be the 12th time the event has taken place for the nonprofit, and it will have new additions and some of the […] The post Flutter 2024 takes flight on Feb. 1 for BBCAC appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Clanton mural brightens Park Plaza and encapsulates city
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Those traveling down Third Avenue North in Clanton will now be greeted with a new and vibrant mural showcasing some of the attractions in Clanton. The 100-foot mural on the exterior side of the building at 300 Park Plaza features prominent street signs in Clanton, an airplane, the Peach […] The post Clanton mural brightens Park Plaza and encapsulates city appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Rebels take varsity sweep over Jemison
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor A northern Chilton clash late in the season between Thorsby and Jemison high schools went the Rebels way as both varsity teams prevailed on the road on Jan. 22. Thorsby’s varsity boys team took down the Panthers 53-49 behind 23 points from freshman Max Burnett. The win split the […] The post Rebels take varsity sweep over Jemison appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Jemison tabs Davis as next head football coach
Jemison High School found its next head football coach in Chilton County native Rishard Davis after the announcement was made on Jan. 22. Davis brings eight years of head coaching experience in Arizona with him to the Panthers program, winning a state and three region championships in his eight years.
Snow, ice impacts felt in Chilton County this week
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Snow flurries, freezing rain and ice leveled Chilton County from Jan. 15-17 that made travel treacherous, temperatures dive into the single digits and schools and businesses close their doors. The arctic blast weather front set in Monday night, Jan. 15, starting with a light rain that transitioned to freezing […] The post Snow, ice impacts felt in Chilton County this week appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Tenaska Alabama Partners accepting scholarship program applications
From Lori Shields | Tenaska Alabama Partners, L.P. BILLINGSLEY, Ala. Jan. 15, 2024 — Tenaska Alabama Partners, L.P., owner of Tenaska Lindsay Hill Generating Station, an 859-megawatt (MW) natural gas-fueled power plant near Billingsley, Alabama, is now accepting applications for the Tenaska College Scholarship Program. Students graduating from Autauga County high schools are eligible to […] The post Tenaska Alabama Partners accepting scholarship program applications appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Chilton group putting first response training at forefront with new nonprofit
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Residents from Chilton County have come together to form a nonprofit organization that will go directly towards the training and preparedness of first responders in Chilton County. The Chilton County First Response Endowment Fund, a new 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, is starting the effort to provide financial assistance […] The post Chilton group putting first response training at forefront with new nonprofit appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Jacksonville State announces Fall 2023 President’s List, recognizes graduates
From Jacksonville State University JACKSONVILLE, AL (01/15/2024) — More than 500 students were awarded degrees as part of Jacksonville State University’s Fall 2023 commencement on Dec. 15, including: Katelyn Miller of Calera, Nursing, Undecided degree Emily Mims of Clanton, Forensic Investigation degree Cameron Baker of Clanton, Emergency Management degree Kayden Sneed of Maplesville, Social Work […] The post Jacksonville State announces Fall 2023 President’s List, recognizes graduates appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Merritt makes second trip to Citrus Bowl as Blaze
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Emma Merritt made the trip to Orlando, Florida for the second year to perform as the Maplesville High School mascot Blaze at the Citrus Bowl on Jan. 1. Merritt, along with other mascots from around the country, performed a routine during pregame and halftime of the game between the […] The post Merritt makes second trip to Citrus Bowl as Blaze appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade rolls through Clanton for 24th time
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The 24th Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade was held on Jan. 15 through downtown Clanton to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The parade, which has been held every year since 1999 except in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, had a more special time […] The post Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade rolls through Clanton for 24th time appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Touch of Grace brings pageant experience, options to Chilton County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor One of the biggest hobbies and activities in Chilton County is getting a signature store right in their own county with Touch of Grace Pageant & Prom opening in Thorsby. The pageant and prom dress shop held a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Chilton County Chamber of Commerce on […] The post Touch of Grace brings pageant experience, options to Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Troy University announces Chancellor’s and Provost’s Lists
From Troy University TROY, AL (01/08/2024) — Troy University is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Chancellor’s List for the Fall Semester and Term 2 of the 2023-2024 academic year. Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who earn a grade point average of 4.0 […] The post Troy University announces Chancellor’s and Provost’s Lists appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Frigid temperatures coming to Chilton County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Wintry weather will be moving into central Alabama and Chilton County from Jan. 15-17, according to forecasts from the National Weather Service. The weather is expected to reach Chilton County in the evening hours of Monday night, Jan. 15. Although the northwest portion of the state has the best […] The post Frigid temperatures coming to Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Parole denied for three Chilton offenders in December
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles caught up on releasing their minutes from December earlier this week, and their minutes on Dec. 12 and Dec. 14 featured offenders with charges in Chilton County. On Dec. 12, William Earl Brakefield III was denied parole by the board with a […] The post Parole denied for three Chilton offenders in December appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
CIS students’ art selected for state capitol exhibit
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Five Clanton Intermediate School students had their artwork selected to be displayed at The Alabama State Department of Education’s State Superintendent Visual Arts Exhibit at the Alabama State Capitol. “This is a great honor, and these students should be very proud of their art,” said CIS art teacher Haley […] The post CIS students’ art selected for state capitol exhibit appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Autauga County woman found deceased in vehicle on I-65
A 78-year-old Deatsville woman, Patricia Gardner Dennis, was found deceased on Jan. 9 on Interstate 65 near the 214-mile marker in Chilton County in her vehicle. Dennis was found dead in her car and her daughter, 59-year-old Teresa Lyn Fisher, was also found in the vehicle and transported to the hospital. Fisher remains hospitalized as of Jan. 11.
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