St. Clair News-Aegis

09/23/2022

Lakeside Live — an event benefiting police, fire departments, local charities and nonprofits — returns Saturday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. at Pell City Lakeside Park

09/08/2022

For Immediate Release

Date: 09/07/2022
Event: Armed carjacking
Location: Loves Truck Stop in Steele

On 09/07/2022 at approximately 11:45 pm, the Steele Police Department responded to a white male armed with a rifle, carjacking a vehicle from a male subject at the Love’s Truck Stop in Steele.
The suspect was later located by the Attalla Police Department shortly thereafter and fled when a traffic stop was attempted, while firing at officers.
A chase ensued by numerous agencies traveling I-59 into St. Clair County where Deputies attempted to stop the suspect with a spike strip.
The suspect traveled into Springville Station and struck (2) parked vehicles in the Taco Bell parking lot. The suspect then exited the vehicle armed with a rifle which he pointed at Deputies and Officers.
The suspect was shot on the scene and is deceased.
The investigation is being conducted by the Jacksonville State University Center for Applied Forensics and the Oxford Police Department.

Billy J. Murray
Sheriff

09/02/2022

The City of Pell City and Cook Springs Fire Department has been awarded funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The city will receive $23,809.52 and the fire department $53,761.90. The funds will go toward the purchase of new operations and safety equipment.

The City of Pell City and Cook Springs Fire Department has been awarded funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The city will receive $23,809.52 and the fire department

08/17/2022

The U.S. Naming Commission tasked with recommending new names for nine Confederate namesake military bases has released cost estimates associated with the initiative.

Asia Ashley

08/10/2022

We want to see your first day of school photos! Comment with your favorite photo taken today. Include name, grade and school.

08/06/2022

For Immediate release

Date: 08/06/2022
Event: John Looney House fire in Ashville


The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Patrol Division and Ashville Police Department were dispatched this morning to a structure fire call at the John Looney House on Greensport Rd. in Ashville.
Ashville Fire Department, Steele Fire Department and Shoal Creek Fire Department all responded and worked feverishly to save this historical landmark.
The Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division and State Fire Marshall were also on scene.
If anyone has any information about the fire please call Investigator Greg Watson at 205-884-3333 or State Fire Marshall Riley Foshee at 334-241-4166.

07/22/2022

The city of Riverside celebrated the opening of its newly installed park playground equipment.

Facilitated by the Riverside Beautification Organization (RBO), the project has been in the works since 2018.

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07/22/2022

Future Farmers of America Alumni Chapter, who directly support the high school chapter, are hosting a Bulls on the Lake event this weekend.

07/15/2022

The Black Jacket Symphony is scheduled to return this upcoming Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4 in partnership with the Center for Education and Performing Arts. The band is set to perform hits by The Eagles.

The Black Jacket Symphony is scheduled to return this upcoming Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4 in partnership with the Center for Education and Performing Arts. The band is set to

07/15/2022

Pell City approved a new development for the old hospital, which will soon be turned into a shopping center by Noon, LLC.

07/13/2022

Moody’s Thunder in the Park beat Alabama’s summer storms this past weekend. The event was originally intended to take place on Saturday, but was pushed to Sunday due to severe weather.

Moody’s Thunder in the Park beat Alabama’s summer storms this past weekend. The event was originally intended to take place on Saturday, but was pushed to Sunday due to severe

07/13/2022

With schools and colleges back to in-person learning in the fall, more Alabama parents are expected to take advantage of the savings associated with the state’s upcoming back-to-school sales tax holiday.

With schools and colleges back to in-person learning in the fall, more Alabama parents are expected to take advantage of the savings associated with the state’s upcoming back-to-school sales tax

07/11/2022

Moody's Thunder in the Park 2022

07/08/2022

The City of Moody will be celebrating Independence Day on Saturday from 5 p.m. until 9:20 p.m. The firework show will begin at 9 p.m.

07/04/2022

City Council Member Ivi McDaniel has been on the forefront of creating Pell City’s mental health task force. She decided to create this task force as a network of people to bring awareness and solutions to the city in regards to mental health.

City Council Member Ivi McDaniel has been on the forefront of creating Pell City’s mental health task force. She decided to create this task force as a network of people

07/04/2022

On July 2-4, the State Troopers will participate in “Operation Dry Water,” a national awareness and enforcement campaign focused on reducing the number of alcohol and drug related incidents on the water. Cpl. Coty Brown and Sgt. Brian Merrill held a media day to share information about safety tips and required boating items.

On July 2-4, the State Troopers will participate in “Operation Dry Water,” a national awareness and enforcement campaign focused on reducing the number of alcohol and drug related incidents on

07/02/2022

Lakefest and the Logan Martin Charity Association donated an accumulative $37,500 to local organizations. According to director Justin Hogeland, the foundation was designed to showcase the lake and donate to local charities in the community.

Lakefest and the Logan Martin Charity Association donated an accumulative $37,500 to local organizations. According to director Justin Hogeland, the foundation was designed to showcase the lake and donate to

06/29/2022

As Alabamians prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July next week, ADPH offers tips on safely enjoying traditional activities including swimming, barbecues, fireworks, and more. Read our full news release at bit.ly/3OuLihG.