Alec Etheredge

Leading his team to the semifinals of the Class 3A playoffs, he blazed a path that nobody before him had and became one of the biggest names in the country at the same time—as an eighth grader.

The 2025 high school football season brought its share of storylines for local teams across Dallas County. Now, those storylines grow beyond the season with postseason recognition for several standout players.

Following the 2025 season, Southside-Selma’s Cedrick Simmons has received national recognition for his exceptional play as a junior.

During a year that featured school history with multiple standout athletes on both sides of the ball, one player earned a special postseason honor in recognition of a exceptional season for the Southside Panthers.

Hear from both superintendent candidates running to serve as the next superintendent of Shelby County Schools in this special forum ahead of the May 19 Primary election date. Thanks to The Shelby County Chamber and the Shelby County Young Republicans for partnering with us to put on a great night highlighting each candidate.

The Calera Police Department hosted special guest speakers, including "Whatever It Takes" leader John Langdon, at an addiction prevention event to help spread awareness about the impact addiction has.

A stretch of four consecutive birdies on his final two holes of the front nine and first two of the back nine led to a 7-under 65 for Stewart Cink in the second round of the Regions Tradition at Greystone Golf & Country Club on Friday, May 1.

A fast start on Saturday, May 2, was enough to keep Stewart Cink in the lead heading into the final round of the 2026 Regions Tradition.

My wife first realized her dream of becoming a teacher when she was a third-grade student at Oak Mountain Elementary School.

One of the greatest compliments I was given throughout this primary-election cycle came randomly from my wife. Heck, it may have been one of the biggest complim...