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Chilton veterans presented Quilts of Valor for military service
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Cotton Patch Quilters honored five veterans from Chilton County on May 9 and presented them with a Quilt of Valor for their selfless military service to the United States of America. The United States Army’s Corporal Richard Abernathy and Captain Jeremiah Hague, United States Marine Corps’ Corporal Judson […] The post Chilton veterans presented Quilts of Valor for military service appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Harrison inks track scholarship to Shelton State
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Maplesville High School standout distance runner Will Harrison signed a scholarship to run cross country at Shelton State Community College on May 1. Harrison was joined on stage by his family and Shelton State coach Charles Tiller, and he signed in front of an auditorium full of friends and […] The post Harrison inks track scholarship to Shelton State appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Todd’s Produce back open after year hiatus
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor “If you are good to your peaches, they will be good to you.” Last March, Todd’s Produce faced its biggest loss in its 39 years of operation, but the farm is back this year with a huge crop and ready to put the past behind them. Hal and Dordie […] The post Todd’s Produce back open after year hiatus appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Jeremiah using the Lord’s strength to overcome cancer
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County resident Michael Jeremiah received news last year that anyone fears, but he is using his faith in God to overcome and fight. A born-again believer who was called into the ministry at 17 as a singer, Jeremiah is still using the Christian strength to help him stay […] The post Jeremiah using the Lord’s strength to overcome cancer appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Investigators gathering information in Chilton County shooting
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County 911 received a call at approximately 6:15 a.m. on May 7 regarding a gunshot wound. On the call, it was determined an 80-year-old male was en route to Ascension St. Vincent’s Chilton hospital with a gunshot wound to the arm. The man stated on the call that […] The post Investigators gathering information in Chilton County shooting appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Thorsby FFA holds annual awards banquet
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Thorsby High School held its annual FFA awards banquet on May 2 that recognized the school’s FFA students and their achievements throughout the last year. Held at the Jemison Municipal Complex, Thorsby FFA Advisor Brian Lucas was joined by Chilton County Schools Career Tech Supervisor Dr. Shannon Walker, Thorsby […] The post Thorsby FFA holds annual awards banquet appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Survivors honored at Relay for Life breakfast
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County Relay for Life hosted its marquee event of 2024 with the May the Cure Be With You Cancer Survivor Breakfast on May 4. Held at the YMCA of Chilton County, the breakfast and time for fellowship hosted cancer survivors and their families to celebrate them and their […] The post Survivors honored at Relay for Life breakfast appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
I-65 crash claims life of Pell City man in Chilton County
From: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency MONTGOMERY POST — A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:20 a.m. Friday, May 3, has claimed the life of a Pell City man. Justin D. Washington, 36, a passenger in the 2022 GMC Savana van, was fatally injured when the van left the roadway, struck a cable barrier and […] The post I-65 crash claims life of Pell City man in Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Parole denied for Chilton offender
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles held 22 parole hearings on April 30, one of which involved a Chilton County offender. Charles Jared Murphy was denied parole by the board and received no reset date, and no one spoke in favor or against Murphy receiving parole during his […] The post Parole denied for Chilton offender appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Column: M4A sponsors Annual Senior Picnic
By Elisabeth Altamirano-Smith | Community Columnist All senior citizens are invited to attend Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging’s (M4A) Annual Senior Picnic on May 9 from 10 a.m.-noon at the Jemison Municipal Building. The free event is focused on providing entertainment and to “give back” to senior citizens within the community. The picnic will […] The post Column: M4A sponsors Annual Senior Picnic appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Chilton unemployment down in March
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Department of Labor released its March unemployment information on April 19 that showed a decrease in unemployment in Chilton County. The county’s unemployment rate for March went down from February from 3.0% to 2.8%, but is almost a full percentage point higher than it was in March […] The post Chilton unemployment down in March appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Maplesville to NFL: Browns select Watson in NFL Draft
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Maplesville High School and Mississippi State University alumnus Nathaniel “Bookie” Watson was around family, friends and former teammates when he got a call from a number with a 216 area code on April 27. The 2023 AP Southeastern Conference Player of the Year answered, and Cleveland Browns General Manager […] The post Maplesville to NFL: Browns select Watson in NFL Draft appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Ellison selected President of Alabama Coroners Association
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Aaron Ellison was recently selected as the President of the Alabama Coroners Association at the association’s annual meeting in Montgomery from April 14-17. The owner of Ellison Memorial Funeral Home and the Chilton County Coroner, Ellison was selected by a majority vote at the meeting to take the reins […] The post Ellison selected President of Alabama Coroners Association appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Special Athletes: Students shine in 2024 Special Olympics
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The 2024 Chilton County Special Olympics welcomed dozens of athletes to Clanton City Park on April 25 to compete. The Special Olympics enjoyed another year of making the day for special education children in Chilton County, and giving them a time solely dedicated to them. “(The students) love it, […] The post Special Athletes: Students shine in 2024 Special Olympics appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Relay for Life crowns queens on 10th anniversary
By Elisabeth Altamirano-Smith | Community Columnist In April, the 2024 Miss Relay for Life Queens were named and joined the sisterhood of many other Miss Relay for Life Queens. The pageant and assembly marked the 10th anniversary of the Chilton County “Fighting for a Cure” Pageant. Relay for Life organizers not only crowned the new […] The post Relay for Life crowns queens on 10th anniversary appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Strawberry Festival becoming staple of Thorsby community
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The third annual Chilton County Strawberry Festival in Thorsby on April 27 was the biggest in the event’s history, showing how much the festival has grown into the identity of the city. The festival introduced new elements in 2024 like the Berry Blast 5K that kicked off the festival […] The post Strawberry Festival becoming staple of Thorsby community appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Parole hearings held for Chilton offenders
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles held 21 hearings on April 24, two of which involved Chilton County offenders. First, James Linden Sheffield was denied parole by the board, but received a reset date of April 2029. Speakers on behalf of parole being granted were Sheffield’s mother Sheila […] The post Parole hearings held for Chilton offenders appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Multi-vehicle crash claims life of Verbena man
From Alabama Law Enforcement Agency MONTGOMERY POST — A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:11 p.m. Sunday, April 28, has claimed the life of a Verbena man. Phillip L. Williams, 41, was fatally injured when the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas he was driving struck the rear-end of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe driven by Kayla T. Montgomery, […] The post Multi-vehicle crash claims life of Verbena man appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Column: Relay for Life hosting Survivor Breakfast
By Elisabeth Altamirano-Smith | Community Columnist Chilton County Relay for Life will host the “May the Cure Be With You” Cancer Survivor Breakfast on May 4 from 8-11:30 a.m. at the YMCA of Chilton County. The breakfast theme is a word-play on “May Fourth” from Star Wars movies. “We want to recognize everyone who has […] The post Column: Relay for Life hosting Survivor Breakfast appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
AOTW: Turner piles up 19 Ks in win
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Thorsby High School’s Makinley Turner is this week’s athlete of the week after her performances during the week of April 19-25. Turner rounded into great form for the Rebels across their final two games of the regular season, starting on April 22 against Prattville Christian Academy. Thorsby lost the […] The post AOTW: Turner piles up 19 Ks in win appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
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