Politics Articles

Penton announces run for City Council Ward 5

CONTRIBUTED BY TOM PENTON CAMPAIGN OPELIKA — Tom Penton, community leader, retired military colonel and long-time Opelika resident, announced his candidacy for Opelika City Council Ward 5.According to a press release, Penton brings decades of leadership, civic...

Lanett council meets to address airport project

BY JOHN BRICETHE LAFAYETTE SUN LANETT — District 2 Council Member Tamalita Dunn Autry read Resolution 06-25-13 at a special called meeting of the Lanett City Council last Friday."Resolution authorizing attorney to file condemnation action to obtain property for Lanett...

Valley Recreation Director announces retirement

BY KADIE VICKTHE LAFAYETTE SUN VALLEY — Director of Recreation Laurie Blount announced her retirement during the June 23 Valley City Council meeting.“I just wanted to come tonight and thank everybody for your support over the 15 years that I've been here,” Blount...

GVACC Director briefs LaFayette council

BY JOHN BRICETHE LAFAYETTE SUN LAFAYETTE — Council Greater Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Carrie Wood introduced the chamber’s newest employee, Executive Assistant Harley Thomaston, to the LaFayette City Council during Monday night’s meeting.“I do...