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The dog days of summer aren’t about dogs. Here’s what they actually mean and why they still matter

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The dog days of summer aren’t about dogs. Here’s what they actually mean and why they still matter

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Many people are surprised to learn that the dog days of summer aren’t about dogs when they first hear the phrase. Instead, the term comes ... Read moreThe post The dog days of summer aren’t about dogs. Here’s what they…See the Story

Blue Creek fireworks explosion still under investigation

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Blue Creek fireworks explosion still under investigation

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A single vessel-related incident involving unpermitted fireworks that occurred Friday night, July 4, is still under investigation by the Alabama Fire Marshal’s office and the Marine division of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.Read Article

City’s organizational chart changes may have to wait

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City’s organizational chart changes may have to wait

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A resolution to update the City of Alexander City’s organizational chart failed to pass at Monday night’s city council meeting.Read Article

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Jay Taylor appeals to city council for his job

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A public hearing was held Monday at the City of Alexander City City Council regular meeting at the request of Jay Taylor, who wished to appeal his termination.Alexander City · Alexander City Read Article

Alabama Extension launches statewide survey to identify community needs

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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System has launched a statewide survey to better understand the educational and community development needs of Alabamians — and is inviting citizens across all 67 counties to take part, including Tallapoosa County.Alexander City · Alexander City Read Article

Former tag clerk pleads guilty in probate theft case

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Jarrah Shay Keel, 33, of Alexander City, will spend 30 days in the Tallapoosa County Jail and will have to pay nearly $30,000 in restitution to the county probate office after pleading guilty Tuesday to using her employment position for…Alexander City · Alexander City Read Article

Coosa crash claims life of Sylacauga man

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A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3 p.m. Monday has claimed the life of a Sylacauga man.Alexander City · Alexander City Read Article

Simmons wants children to shine

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Alexander City Schools director of accountability and accessibility Kenyatta Simmons had a message for the students attending the Back to School Youth Explosion Saturday — just shine.Alexander City · Alexander City Read Article

Russell Brands distribution center to close

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Russell Brands distribution center in Alexander City will be closing its doors Sept. 29.Alexander City · Alexander City Read Article

Sarah Chase joins TPI staff as multimedia reporter

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A new reporter has signed onto Tallapoosa Publishers Inc. to take over the Dadeville beat.Alexander City · Alexander City Read Article

Residency issues hound Alexander City mayor

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An anonymous letter read during last week's Alex City Council meeting brought an old issue into the public light: Where does the mayor live?Alexander City · Alexander City See the Story