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Tiger Paw is open under new ownership

Cliff Williams
Updated 19 hrs ago

The Crain and Rigsby families have extended their connections in downtown Tallassee with Tiger Paw.

Tallassee gaming den open for all

Updated Sep 9, 2026

There is now a place in Tallassee for those interested in games, especially role play games such as Dungeons & Dragons, to play everyday of the week.

Calling leads to childcare expansion in Wetumpka

The Wetumpka Herald

Calling leads to childcare expansion in Wetumpka

Sep 9, 2026

It was a God thing that kept bringing Shameka Hampton back to Wetumpka.

Ribbon cut on new Elmore County residential development

The Wetumpka Herald

Ribbon cut on new Elmore County residential development

Updated Sep 9, 2026

Property owners are already living at Laurel Ridge just off Redland Road.

MOVING FORWARD: Holiday Inn project finds new builder

Alexander City Outlook

MOVING FORWARD: Holiday Inn project finds new builder

Sep 9, 2026

A project that has taken way longer than anyone anticipated will soon be moving forward.

Cliff Williams / TPI The lot at 208 Marshall Street is pictured from the green space near the Farmers Market. The blue home belongs to Janice Vance. She and other neighbors contend the lot should not be rezoned to allow a restaurant or other business.

The Wetumpka Herald

Rezoning for restaurant still possible in residential district

Sep 8, 2026

Rezoning of a parcel near the Wetumpka Farmers Market and adjacent to a residence may be on hold for now. But nearby residents plan to continue to watch in hopes of preventing it from happening.

Cliff Williams / TPI Millbrook officials and members of the Millbrook Chamber of Commerce joined Dentistry for Children as the business cut the ribbon on a Millbrook location.

The Wetumpka Herald

New pediatric dental clinic cuts ribbon

Sep 6, 2026

The tooth fairy has another place to stop in the area as Dentistry for Children opened its third location in the River Region and second in Elmore County.

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Local lawyer opens first Alex City office

Alexander City Outlook

Local lawyer opens first Alex City office

Sep 4, 2026

After 30 years practicing law out of town, Catherine Dunn Moncus has finally opened an office in her hometown.

Cliff Williams / TPI The Tallassee Redevelopment Authority facade grant aided in the purchase of picnic tables and umbrellas in front of Tallassee Nutrition and Meme Sue Bakery. The grant is aimed at improving appearances in downtown Tallassee to attract people downtown.

Tallassee Tribune

TRA expanding facade grant program

Sep 4, 2026

The Mill Collective, Tallassee Nutrition and other downtown Tallassee businesses have benefited from a grant program from the Tallassee Redevelopment Authority.

The Wetumpka Herald

Dunham’s Sports coming to Wetumpka

Updated Aug 28, 2026

A national sporting goods company is coming to Wetumpka.

Previous Gateway owner retains tax abatement

Alexander City Outlook

Previous Gateway owner retains tax abatement

Aug 27, 2026

The City of Alexander City won’t receive any tax breaks from the sale of The Gateway at Lake Martin.

Artisan vendors find home in Cozy Corner Market

Alexander City Outlook

Artisan vendors find home in Cozy Corner Market

Aug 27, 2026

Nestled inside Carlisle’s is a shopper’s paradise.

Holiday Inn Express construction at standstill

Alexander City Outlook

Holiday Inn Express construction at standstill

Aug 27, 2026

A project that should have been completed a year ago is on hold.

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Cliff Williams / TPI Wetumpka Mayor Jerry Willis watches a dance demonstration at Studio 1 Eleven owned by Grayson Elijah. City officials joined the Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting last week.

The Wetumpka Herald

GROWING PAINS Studio 1 Eleven moves to Wetumpka

Aug 18, 2026

In just over a year, Grayson Elijah and Studio 1 Eleven outgrew their location on Holtville Road.

Westwater Resources announces $25 million loan to advance Kellyton graphite plant

Alexander City Outlook

Westwater Resources announces $25 million loan to advance Kellyton graphite plant

Aug 15, 2026

Westwater Resources, Inc., an energy technology and battery-grade natural graphite company, announced Monday the Export-Import Bank of the United States (“EXIM”) has approved a $25 million direct loan to support continued development of the c…

40 years of service: Wright’s Funeral Home celebrates with community

Alexander City Outlook

40 years of service: Wright’s Funeral Home celebrates with community

Aug 7, 2026

Stepping into a funeral home usually means there are tears and grief.

Alexander City Outlook

Truck crashes into Who’s Diner

Aug 5, 2026

On Sunday evening, a truck pulling into the Who’s Diner parking lot crashed into the front of the building.

Alexander City Outlook

It’s never too late to do something new

Aug 4, 2026

Dwanda Lindsey just stepped out on a limb.

Alexander City Outlook

Gateway has new owner

Aug 4, 2026

The Gateway at Lake Martin has a new owner.

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Alexander City Outlook

Daviston couple share love of bulldogs

Jul 28, 2026

For 10 years, Mike and Carrie Wray have been breeding the wildly popular French bulldogs.

Fringe & Co. owner’s high school dream comes true

Alexander City Outlook

Fringe & Co. owner’s high school dream comes true

Jul 25, 2026

After a short detour, Fringe & Co. Salon’s owner Sierra Green made her dream of owning her own salon come true.

Small engine repair shop opens in Alex City

Alexander City Outlook

Small engine repair shop opens in Alex City

Jul 22, 2026

It all started with a weed eater.

Exchange group leaves with more than just business ideas

Alexander City Outlook

Exchange group leaves with more than just business ideas

Jul 21, 2026

While Global Ties Alabama is primarily meant as a way for different countries to exchange ideas, it can mean a lot more.

Cliff Williams / TPI Michelle and Don Johnson speak with Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce director Brenda Dennis at the ribbon cutting of Betty Ann’s Karaoke in Millbrook owned by the Johnsons.

The Wetumpka Herald

Singing is all in the family for Millbrook’s newest karaoke option

Jul 18, 2026

Betty Ann Johnson is no longer living but her legacy lives on through her son Don and daughter-in-law Michelle Johnson with the opening of Betty Ann’s Karaoke in Millbrook.

Cliff Williams / TPI Kevin Thompson, left, poses with Jean Thompson and Barbra Thompson. The family has BBQ spices, pickles and relishes.

The Wetumpka Herald

ALL IN THE FAMILY Thompsons work through retirement as a family

Jul 15, 2026

Everyone has always taken a liking to Kevin Thompson’s smoked meats.

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Tiger Paw is open under new ownership

Cliff Williams

Tallassee gaming den open for all

Calling leads to childcare expansion in Wetumpka

Ribbon cut on new Elmore County residential development

MOVING FORWARD: Holiday Inn project finds new builder

Rezoning for restaurant still possible in residential district

New pediatric dental clinic cuts ribbon

Submit Your News

Local lawyer opens first Alex City office

TRA expanding facade grant program

Dunham’s Sports coming to Wetumpka

Previous Gateway owner retains tax abatement

Artisan vendors find home in Cozy Corner Market

Holiday Inn Express construction at standstill

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Closed school to receive help from county commission

Rezoning for restaurant still possible in residential district

Traffic stop nets drug arrests

Weapons stolen in Wetumpka in scam

Man to serve 20 months in child sex abuse case

National News

GROWING PAINS Studio 1 Eleven moves to Wetumpka

Westwater Resources announces $25 million loan to advance Kellyton graphite plant

40 years of service: Wright’s Funeral Home celebrates with community

Truck crashes into Who’s Diner

It’s never too late to do something new

Gateway has new owner

Local Weather

Daviston couple share love of bulldogs

Fringe & Co. owner’s high school dream comes true

Small engine repair shop opens in Alex City

Exchange group leaves with more than just business ideas

Singing is all in the family for Millbrook’s newest karaoke option

ALL IN THE FAMILY Thompsons work through retirement as a family

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