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90s alt-rock band Everclear comes to Sweetland
“We’re older guys, but we’ll show you that even guys, even someone like me, [who] is 62, clean and sober for 35 years and has multiple sclerosis can still put on a great rock show,” said Art Alexakis, founder and frontman for popular 90s alternative rock band, Everclear. The band is coming to Sweetland Amphitheater […] The post 90s alt-rock band Everclear comes to Sweetland appeared first on Valley Times-News.
New West Point townhomes open to Point upperclassmen this fall
Point University’s new student housing option, nine brand-new townhomes on West 10th Street, are officially open this fall. The project began last year last fall. Each of the townhomes has four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, and two of the townhomes are designed with ADA compliance in mind. According to the West Point […] The post New West Point townhomes open to Point upperclassmen this fall appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Chambers Academy senior gets CNA certified over the summer
After an intensive five weeks this summer, Chambers Academy senior Baeda McClellan’s hard work has paid off and she is one step closer to her dream career. McClellan will start her senior year officially certified as a Nursing Assistant. “I really enjoyed it. Honestly, it was stressful. It was so much information in like five […] The post Chambers Academy senior gets CNA certified over the summer appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Lake Wedowee Life magazine editor visits Lions Club
VALLEY — Kelly Caldwell, the editor in chief for Lake Wedowee Life magazine, was the guest speaker at Monday’s meeting of the Valley Lions Club. The magazine has been a very successful undertaking for the Caldwell family for the past 16 years. So much so that they started a second magazine, Alabama Small Towns and […] The post Lake Wedowee Life magazine editor visits Lions Club appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Troup County Commissioners finalize 2024 millage rate
After a final required public hearing on Tuesday, the Troup County Board of Commissioners voted to finalize the millage rate for 2024. The commissioners voted 3-1 to establish the millage rate at 9.923 mills, which is the same as last year. While the millage rate did not increase, many homeowners are seeing large increases in […] The post Troup County Commissioners finalize 2024 millage rate appeared first on Valley Times-News.
SUSCC new programs coming to Valley campus
Southern Union State Community College’s Valley campus is expanding programs and introducing two new programs this fall, Aviation Maintenance Technology and Veterinary Technology. The programs are being ushered in as part of the recent renovations that the campus is receiving this year. This fall, the second year course for SUSCC’s Aviation Maintenance program will be […] The post SUSCC new programs coming to Valley campus appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Valley SUSCC campus gets a renovation
Renovations are underway at the Valley campus of Southern Union State Community College. Most of John R. Carmichael building is undergoing an extensive renovation to expand existing and introduce new programs to the campus. “Almost every room in that building has been touched,” said Robin Brown, Associate Dean of Institutional Effectiveness. Renovations began in April […] The post Valley SUSCC campus gets a renovation appeared first on Valley Times-News.
State aims to reopen Chambers County Lake next February
The future of the Chamber County Lake was discussed during the work session of the County Commission. State representative, Debbie Wood, brought Ed Poolos, the Deputy Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to brief the commission on the effort to reopen the lake for recreational use. According to previous VTN reporting […] The post State aims to reopen Chambers County Lake next February appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Lanett seeks grant for city hall improvements
LANETT — The City of Lanett is seeking a grant of up to $125,000 to replace the heating and air unit for city hall. The funding is being sought through the American Public Power Association’s Demonstration of Energy & Efficiency Development (DEED) program. There’s a deadline of August 15, 2024 to apply for such a […] The post Lanett seeks grant for city hall improvements appeared first on Valley Times-News.
West Point Municipal Planning Board approves Love’s Truck Stop road dedication
The West Point Municipal Planning Board approved the recommendation of the Love’s Truck Stop road dedication to the city. The post West Point Municipal Planning Board approves Love’s Truck Stop road dedication appeared first on Valley Times-News.
West Point Councilmember receives Municipal Training Institute Certificate of Distinction
West Point City Council member received the Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute Certificate of Distinction during the Georgia Municipal Association’s (GMA) Annual Convention in Savannah on June 24. The post West Point Councilmember receives Municipal Training Institute Certificate of Distinction appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Clean Chambers receives $10K donation from Chambers Troup Group LLC
While Monday’s business meeting of the Chambers County Commission was short, one of the lone agenda items made a big impact. Chambers Troup Group LLC donated $10,000 to Clean Chambers. The post Clean Chambers receives $10K donation from Chambers Troup Group LLC appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Lanett city council discusses shortage of police officers
LANETT — At its Monday meeting, some members of the Lanett City Council questioned whether the city’s police department had enough patrol officers to ensure the peace and safety of the city. The post Lanett city council discusses shortage of police officers appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Chambers County youth competes in Young Farmers Discussion meet
A top crop of young farmers walked away victorious during contests at the Alabama Farmers Federation Farm & Land Conference Aug. 3 in Montgomery. Outstanding Young Farm Family Contest Competitors from Talladega and Colbert counties were awarded Outstanding Young Farm Family (OYFF) and Excellence in Agriculture wins, respectively, while four Discussion Meet finalists were announced. […] The post Chambers County youth competes in Young Farmers Discussion meet appeared first on Valley Times-News.
West Point planning director talks Comprehensive Plan at rotary club
WEST POINT — Since 1989, Georgia cities and counties have been required to have comprehensive plans. For some 35 years now, these plans have served as guides to shape the growth and development of local communities. Effective planning ensures that future development will occur where, when and how the community and local government wants. Entire […] The post West Point planning director talks Comprehensive Plan at rotary club appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Team WHIP speaks during Betty/LaGayle Cancer Foundation’s luncheon
Team WHIP founder Narfunda Ross was one of the guest speakers during the Betty/LaGayle Cancer Foundation’s 10th annual Women’s Empowerment luncheon hosted at Columbus Library this weekend. The post Team WHIP speaks during Betty/LaGayle Cancer Foundation’s luncheon appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Valley student fly high at aviation camp
“I’m going back next year,” said Garrett Burrows, a Valley High School student who spent five intense days at an aviation camp hosted by the U.S. Air Force this summer. Burrows and his classmate Micah Williams traveled all the way to the Space Center in Huntsville, Alabama this summer to attend the first Aviation Challenge […] The post Valley student fly high at aviation camp appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Love’s sells land to city of West Point
The West Point City Council discussed two plots that are being dedicated to the city’s use, a road at the Love’s Travel Stop off exit 2 and a West Point Development Authority property at 825 Avenue H. Both plots will be donated to the city by the two entities, Love’s Travel Stop and the WPDA, […] The post Love’s sells land to city of West Point appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Signs of hearing loss: Lanett Seniors get hearing exams
LANETT — On Friday, the Lanett Senior Center received a visit from Dr. Christi Rose and Emily Wilson of HearingLife in Auburn for some complimentary hearing testing. A LaGrange native, Dr. Rose has been an audiologist for the past 22 years. Her office is located at 100 South College Street in downtown Auburn. “The goal […] The post Signs of hearing loss: Lanett Seniors get hearing exams appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Florey is Troup’s new chief marshal
Troup County has a new chief marshal. On Thursday, the Troup County Board of Commissioners announced that Major Keith Flory of the Troup County Sheriff’s Office has been named Troup County Chief Marshal. Flory is currently serving with TCSO but said he plans to make the move on Monday to get the ball rolling. He […] The post Florey is Troup’s new chief marshal appeared first on Valley Times-News.
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