- Meteors are icy messengers, not fire-breathers
New Plymouth astronomer Rodney Austin discovered a comet 26 years ago and it was named after him.
- O Christmas Tree
A simple suggestion from a son-in-law more than 30 years ago turned into a thriving business for one Oak Grove resident.
- Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving holiday entails meanings and traditions that can be as varied as the families celebrating, but for most, family and fellowship remain hallmarks for the holiday.
- Mayors: 'I give thanks for...'
As everyone counts their blessings over the Thanksgiving holidays, local towns also have plenty to be thankful for.
- Seniors receive - and give - during holidays
In addition to the communitywide Thanksgiving dinners, many organizations are pitching in this winter season to make the holidays happy ones for seniors, both mobile and homebound.
- What Happens Next
Eric Baxter Most of space is, well, space. It's empty. Purists will object that it's actually full of particles and dark matter and a bunch of other stuff.
- New meth making highlights need for drug task force
Illegal drug manufacturers and dealers are always trying to stay one step ahead of the law - and that's especially true for people manufacturing methamphetamines.
- Election Day
Campaigners wave at cars in support of their candidates Tuesday at the Pell City Civic Center.
- Voters go to polls today for city and town elections
Voters in cities and towns across Alabama will be heading to the polls today to select mayors and council members for the next four years.
- Area residents go to the polls Tuesday
Residents across Talladega and St. Clair counties will go to the polls Tuesday, casting ballots to elect their future municipal leaders.
- Officials hear information on CSEPP program
Friday morning at the quarterly elected officials meeting, Talladega County Emergency Management Agency Director Nelson Bates used the opportunity to present information to local leaders about the county's ...
- Election to decide 1 seat on council
A large majority of the Town Council's members were appointed without opposition to their would-be elected offices during the council meeting Tuesday night.
- Qualifying begins today for elections in area cities
Candidates for this year's municipal elections may begin qualifying today. "Candidates may qualify from July 1-15," said Pell City administrative clerk Amber Mikell.
- Storm downs trees, power lines
Severe thunderstorms Sunday evening left several trees and power lines down in the city, according to the Talladega County Emergency Management Agency.
