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Legislators, governor clash over budget
Representatives of Chilton County in the Alabama Legislature are at odds with Gov. Robert Bentley over a proposed state budget. Bentley on Thursday vetoed the ...
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DHR plans to expand to new building
The Chilton County Department of Human Resources has outgrown its current building on Airport Road in Clanton and hopes to expand to a larger space. ...
by Emily Reed, Friday, March 25, 2016 2:31 pm
Obituaries
James Lee Woods
James Lee Woods, 59, of Clanton, passed away on March 23 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. He was born in Walker County on Sept. 18, ...
by Emily Reed, Friday, March 25, 2016 11:44 am
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‘Spring Into Giving’ clothing drive to benefit Raleigh’s Place
Schools in Chilton County are participating in a “Spring Into Giving” clothing drive from now until April 22 to benefit Raleigh’s Place Clothes Closet. Miss ...
by Emily Reed, Thursday, March 24, 2016 2:32 pm
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Municipal elections set for Aug. 23
Municipal elections in Chilton County will be held on Aug. 23. Residents of Clanton, Jemison, Maplesville and Thorsby will decide on a mayor in each ...
by Emily Reed, Thursday, March 24, 2016 2:10 pm
Obituaries
Robert Michael Lowery
Robert Michael Lowery, 71, of Clanton, passed away on March 22 at Brookwood Medical Center in Homewood. He was born in Hale County on Feb. ...
by Emily Reed, Thursday, March 24, 2016 2:09 pm
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CCA students to perform ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’
High school students at Chilton Christian Academy are gearing up to perform “The Importance of Being Earnest” play March 25 at 7 p.m. Students in ...
by Emily Reed, Wednesday, March 23, 2016 3:24 pm
Jemison
18-wheeler crashes into tree in Jemison
An 18-wheeler hauling paper to Illinois drove off the road and hit a tree Tuesday morning in Jemison. West Chilton Volunteer Fire Department EMS Chief ...
by Emily Reed, Wednesday, March 23, 2016 1:26 pm
Jemison
Jemison property owner has issues with loitering
A property owner in the city of Jemison is having issues with loitering and approached the Jemison City Council on Monday for guidance. Mike Wesley, ...
by Emily Reed, Tuesday, March 22, 2016 2:14 pm
Clanton
2016 Peach Festival T-shirts available
The 2016 Peach Festival T-shirts can be purchased at local businesses in Chilton County. The shirts went on sale March 18 at MorLyn’s Fine Jewelry ...
by Emily Reed, Tuesday, March 22, 2016 2:12 pm
Jemison
JMS to perform ‘12 Angry Pigs’ play
Students at Jemison Middle School are gearing up to perform a spring play on Tuesday called “12 Angry Pigs.” “This is the first time to ...
by Emily Reed, Monday, March 21, 2016 3:53 pm
Obituaries
James Thomas Fletcher
James Thomas “Pookie” Fletcher, 68, of Pea Ridge, passed away March 18. He was a hot-rod enthusiast and loved to spend time with his family. ...
by Emily Reed, Monday, March 21, 2016 3:12 pm
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County ranked as one of the best places to own home
A financial technology company recently rated Chilton County as one of the best places to own a home in Alabama. Chilton County was ranked No. ...
by Emily Reed, Friday, March 18, 2016 3:41 pm
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Detours on County Road 42 causing confusion for motorists
A portion of County Road 42 in Jemison shut down on Monday as part of a continued resurfacing project, causing some detour confusion for motorists. ...
by Emily Reed, Friday, March 18, 2016 3:35 pm
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Student sustains eye injury during welding class
A student at LeCroy Career Technical Center sustained an eye injury during a welding class on Thursday. Chilton County Superintendent of Education Tommy Glassock said ...
