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October 21

Neighborhood Grill announces closing, official date coming soonNeighborhood Grill announces closing, official date coming soon

Clanton’s Neighborhood Grill & Catering will close in the coming weeks after more than 11 years in business, owner Jason Lea announced. An official closing date is expected soon.

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No major injuries as four CCS buses involved in I-65 wreck near Jemison

Oct. 21

No major injuries as four CCS buses involved in I-65 wreck near Jemison

Four Chilton County Schools buses carrying Clanton Elementary School students were involved in an I-65 crash near Jemison, with only minor injuries reported. All buses and students have returned to school.

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Barlow wins grand champion in Youth Goat Show at Ala. National Fair

October 29

Barlow wins grand champion in Youth Goat Show at Ala. National Fair

Chilton County’s Stella Barlow won grand champion in the Beginner Premier Exhibitor competition at the Alabama National Fair Youth Goat Show.

Barlow wins grand champion in Youth Goat Show at Ala. National Fair

First-timers, familiar faces amongst winners from 2026 Taste of Chilton

October 29

First-timers, familiar faces amongst winners from 2026 Taste of Chilton

Country Lane Too Catering, Wharf Casual Seafood and Pies by Mike won top honors at the 2026 Taste of Chilton, which raised $13,600 for local community causes.

First-timers, familiar faces amongst winners from 2026 Taste of Chilton

Chilton County Sex Offenders List

October 27

Chilton County Sex Offenders List

Information from the Chilton County sex offender list, including individuals’ names, addresses and reported offenses.

Chilton County Sex Offenders List

Maplesville, Isabella make history with runs to state volleyball tournaments

October 26

Maplesville, Isabella make history with runs to state volleyball tournaments

Maplesville and Isabella High School clinched state volleyball tournament berths at the South Regional Volleyball Tournaments and will compete for a state title in Birmingham this week.

Maplesville, Isabella make history with runs to state volleyball tournaments

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News

Meteorologist James Spann gave more context to the unique cloud that was hovering over Chilton County on Oct. 20.

Oct. 23

Spann clarifies cloud over Chilton County

Meteorologist James Spann explained that a fallstreak hole seen over Chilton County formed when ice crystals developed in supercooled cloud droplets.

Celebrating the engagement of Jocelyn K. Guizar & Jason D. Mann Jr.

Oct. 23

Celebrating the engagement of Jocelyn K. Guizar & Jason D. Mann Jr.

PHOTOS: Have a Swed time

Oct. 23

PHOTOS: Have a Swed time

Alabama RC&D councils name Sen. Chambliss Senate Leader of the Year

Oct. 22

Alabama RC&D councils name Sen. Chambliss Senate Leader of the Year

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The new 2026 Miss Swedish Festival Queens during the parade to kickoff the 2026 Thorsby Swedish Festival on Oct. 17.

Oct. 20

Spirits not dampened at 38th annual Thorsby Swedish Festival

The 38th annual Thorsby Swedish Festival returned to the city on Oct. 17, drawing hundreds for a parade, vendors, food, entertainment and shows.

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Four Chilton volleyball teams headed to sub-regionals

Oct. 19

Four Chilton volleyball teams headed to sub-regionals

The road forward — Hammock gives inspirational battle against breast cancer

Oct. 19

The road forward — Hammock gives inspirational battle against breast cancer

Local firing range hosts first certifications as nonprofit promotes growth

Oct. 16

Local firing range hosts first certifications as nonprofit promotes growth

A Swed time — Thorsby crowns new Swedish Queens ahead of upcoming festival

Oct. 15

A Swed time — Thorsby crowns new Swedish Queens ahead of upcoming festival

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The Cosby Company founder Noopie Cosby, left, Cawaco RC&D Cool Green Trees program arborist Patrick McMahon,Cawaco RC&D communications specialist Erin Hackenmueller, Cawaco RC&D programs director Patti Pennington, Cawaco RC&D executive director Kellie Johnston, Cawaco RC&D Board Chairman Sheila Baker, Cawaco RC&D Cool Green Trees program director Grace Dugger, Cawaco RC&D Cool Green Trees program volunteer manager Sarah Jannot, Cawaco RC&D operations specialist Jody Drummond and Cawaco RC&D board member Chase Moore at Alabama Association of Resource Conservation & Development Councils annual conference.

Oct. 20

Cawaco RC&D wins multiple state awards

Maplesville High School sets its sights on the Class 1A state playoffs after a 65-0 win over Billingsley High School in its season finale.

Oct. 24

Maplesville claims home field in first round of playoffs

Guitarist Annabel Markley has excelled in the art under the guidance of Russell Lawlis of Lawlis Music.

Oct. 26

Column: Guitarist Annabel Markley has big dreams

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Sports

Chilton County High School’s Semaj Smith was the game’s leading rusher with 229 yards and four touchdowns.

Oct. 24

Tigers drop late one on the road at Chelsea

Verbena High School clinched its third playoff berth in the last five years with a 38-7 win over Red Level High School on Oct. 23.

Oct. 24

Verbena downs Red Level in playoff-clinching win

Jemison High School running back Adrian Davis stretches for the pylon against Sipsey Valley High School.

Oct. 24

Sipsey offense proves too much for Jemison

Isabella High School quarterback Levi Wilkins’ four touchdowns helped boost the Mustangs over Thorsby High School 49-20.

Oct. 24

Isabella captures No. 2 seed, home playoff game in county clash

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Opinion

Vickie Moseley’s 22-year career at the Gardens of Clanton is coming to an end with the administrator moving on to Oak Grove Inn in Montgomery.

Oct. 23

Column: 22 years of love, memories at The Gardens

Oct. 20

Column: What Is a Miracle?

Pastor Hank Walker distinguishes God’s providence from miracles and argues that spiritual rebirth is among God’s most extraordinary works.

The 2026 Taste of Chilton County was one for the record books.

Oct. 14

Column: The best event of the year has come and gone

Oct. 7

Column: Preserving the art of storytelling

Scott Mims reflects on family stories passed down through generations and urges readers to preserve memories through storytelling before they are lost.

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